How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

Babysitters can create detailed profiles, search and apply to jobs, message with families, and book interviews for free on Sittercity. Babysitters have the option to pay for background checks to run on themselves to stand out to families. However, families can also offer to pay for background checks on babysitters as well.

How much do babysitters make?

According to the latest Sittercity data, babysitters in the US typically charge $17.50 an hour. But your hourly rate can vary significantly depending on the cost of living in your area, the duties and responsibilities in the job description, and your state’s minimum wage laws. There’s no perfect calculator to determine your rate, but it’s important to factor in everything you have to offer a family.

Why are babysitters taxes important?

There are a lot of risk factors with getting paid “off the books,” but there are also a lot of benefits to getting paid “on the books.” Those benefits include verifiable income, a legal employment history, unemployment benefits, social security and medicare benefits, and worker’s compensation.

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

A babysitter is a child care provider who doesn’t have a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a babysitter position and career. Because your work with each family is part-time, you can work with multiple families at the same time. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or for nights or weekends when the family needs care.

When do babysitters work?

Depending on the job responsibilities and schedules negotiated with the family, babysitters could work at any time. This includes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or at night. And on weekdays or on the weekend.

How do babysitters find jobs?

On Sittercity, babysitters can browse jobs based on their zip code. They can craft their online resume by creating a detailed profile. They can apply to jobs, message with interested parents, and schedule interviews. Many babysitters will also negotiate a contract with families to make sure the details of the job are clear on both sides.

What are things babysitters do with kids?

There are a lot of fun things that babysitters do with kids. Both indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts projects, baking, sports, and field trips.

How can babysitters make extra money?

There are a few ways that babysitters can make some extra income. They can create relationships with more families to increase their opportunities to get hired for a sitting. Babysitters can also offer to care for kids on holidays so that the parents can celebrate on their own. Like on Valentine’s day.

$15–25/hr
Fenton, MI • 19 miles away

Occasional sitter for 1 toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I are both from MI, but lived in Milwaukee the last couple years. After having our son we decided to move back, and settled about half way between our families.
We could like to have someone available for occasional child care for appointments, date nights, etc.
schedule is... More

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$16–22/hr
Atlas, MI • 18 miles away

TEasiest 13 month ever.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

1 year old. Starting new job . Need someone to see if they are comfortable watching my 13 month old son. He’s lovable and very easy.
Feed breakfast, let him play in his play pin and walker, try to help him finally walk instead of cruise. Very relaxed home.
Need Wednesday Oct 2nd if it works out I’ll... More

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$10–11/hr
Mount Morris, MI • 8 miles away

Part -time sitter for one energetic soon...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My grandson will be 4 oct 14 parents are not together the mother works she is usually out by 7pm the father works second shift
Look after Cody from 11:45AM until 5pm prepare a simple lunch and dinner
Needed during the weekend only

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$16–24/hr
Burton, MI • 12 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 kids for a few...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 4 year old son and a 8 year old daughter. Just looking for someone trustworthy to watch them for a few hours here and there.
Basically just give them dinner and put them to bed.. they are easy going and go to bed with no issues

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$17–21/hr
Fenton, MI • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for our toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We are Brad & Renee, and we are looking for a sitter to watch our boy Theodore (20 months) for a few hours a week while Brad works and so that Renee can spend some time focusing on schoolwork. Theodore has a speech delay, he is not yet talking. He loves to be outside, and he loves his favorite... More

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$11–15/hr
Mount Morris, MI • 8 miles away

Looking for a nanny for our newborn due in...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 1:00pm

My name is Kelli. Our family is my husband, me, and soon our little one. Because I receive no benefits from my employer, I'm limited in what I can do to take care of our newborn during my work hours (8-5), even working from home. My husband works in Owosso 4-5 days a week. We would like to find an... More

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$10–11/hr
Flint, MI • 11 miles away

Part- time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 2 and 3 year old. We have dogs cats, chickens and ducks.The kids love to play and watch their shows. Also they love snacks.
Welcome to come to our home, as the kids are already used to the environment. Feeding lunch and snacks
Every other weekend starting September 29th. I am starting the... More

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$10–11/hr
Saint Charles, MI • 23 miles away

Afterschool

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 4:30pm

10 year old boy. Looking for a reliable person to drive him home afterschool.
Hiring to pick up my son from school at 2:30 and sit with him until I get home at 4

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$11–18/hr
New Lothrop, MI • 8 miles away

Week day sitter for special needs child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Mom of 4 boys looking for sitter for my youngest special needs son who has autism. Experience with special needs children preferred.

Care for daily needs including feeding, play, and safety. Housekeeping not required.

Located in New Lothrop, mostly needed between the hours of 3pm-5pm on Mondays... More

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$17–21/hr
Mount Morris, MI • 8 miles away

Sitter for when I’m on business trips

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 12:00am

2 children who I have biweekly. The care would be for when I have work trips. I need someone I can not only trust but has experience with a dairy allergy and special needs
Sitter would be responsible for all care while I’m away for work. This includes transportation, meals and snacks.

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$15–19/hr
Fenton, MI • 19 miles away

Part time as needed help for 2 active...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Roughly between 8-15 hours per week depending on the schedule. Mostly need assistance with getting my middle schooler home and to her practice. Some assistance with the high schooler. Light house duty, sometimes meals depending on day, and mostly this would be picking up and driving them. These... More

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$10–14/hr
Holly, MI • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for preteen with special...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 3 with pets, 1 dog and 1 cat. Child has Down syndrome…………………….
Must have extreme patience and understanding of separation anxiety………..
Occasional date nights

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$15–19/hr
Flint, MI • 4 miles away

Night babysitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30am - 8:30am

We have a 9 month old daughter and we both have night jobs and need a babysitter for nights
Just watch the baby and feed, or change her when she wakes up. She sleeps through the night for the most part.

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$15–20/hr
Holly, MI • 22 miles away

Part time sitter to a very calm 7month old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We are a family of 3 with the baby we have 2 dogs but they are really kind, our baby too he don’tcry to much and he love to play
Must of the time take care of the baby, play with him and if there no more baby bottles clean just clean if you need it
My need it’s because I’m staring university and... More

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