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.

$18–20/hr
Salem, MI • 23 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddler on Wednesdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting on March 5, 2025. The schedule is flexible, but we prefer Wednesday and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The babysitter will supervise, engage in play, prepare snacks, and ensure a safe environment. A valid driver's license and a car are required for... More

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$17–19/hr
Swartz Creek, MI • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed to Care for Four...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for four children, ages elementary and middle school, starting on January 27, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Wednesday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The sitter needs to have their own car and will be responsible for driving the kids to activities and school.... More

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$10–20/hr
Ann Arbor, MI • 25 miles away

Seeking Spanish-speaking Babysitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our infant, starting on a flexible date in February 2025. The sitter must have their own car and provide safe transportation as needed. Responsibilities include engaging in nurturing activities, preparing meals and snacks, and offering assistance with... More

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$19–23/hr
Walled Lake, MI • 23 miles away

As Needed, Sitter for 8 children

8 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a fun family of 10 ! We love to have fun and play around, it’s a full house. Looking for a sitter that will be able to handle the task !

Lite house keeping, laundry, run errands. Breakfast, lunch, dinner(if needed). Send kids off to school (if needed).Overnight Stays (if needed). We do... More

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$14–21/hr
Highland, MI • 15 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler on Fridays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for one toddler on Fridays, starting February 26, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The babysitter will engage the child in safe, fun, and age-appropriate activities, provide meals and snacks, and ensure a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate has their own car and... More

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$15–23/hr
Wixom, MI • 20 miles away

Sitter needed in September Fri-Sun...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 7:30pm (flexible)

Sitter needed starting in September Fri-Sun for 3 small sweet children 7am-7:30pm every weekend. Sitter must be able to receive payments through DHS. Payments are made from DHS must have completed the DHS provider class in order to be paid.

Sitter is needed every weekend to babysit 3 small... More

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$20–25/hr
Ann Arbor, MI • 25 miles away

Part-time sitter for school pick-up and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

We are a working family with two children, 8 and 3. Our son is in 2nd grade at Lakewood. Our daughter is in preschool at Gretchen's House.

Looking for a sitter to help with pickup, running kids to the library for tutoring, and occasional evening sitting. A reliable car is a must for this... More

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$18–22/hr
Walled Lake, MI • 23 miles away

Occasional date night sitter.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two kids under 5 years old, filled with energy and joy. We also have two small dogs.

Looking for occasional sitter for evenings, to play until bedtime. Then executing their bedtime routine and cleaning up toys afterward.

Needed a few times a month, at random for date nights.

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$18–20/hr
Dexter, MI • 18 miles away

Seeking nanny for 14 month old on Mondays,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

Seeking a reliable and experienced nanny for our 14 month old on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The babysitter must have their own car and multiple childcare experiences. Responsibilities include driving the child to activities, preparing meals and snacks, child's laundry,... More

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$16–18/hr
Walled Lake, MI • 23 miles away

Sitter for two kind loving kiddos!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

I’m Dawn I have two amazing kiddos who are 6 & 7 who are kind loving caring and full of love and energy! Very easy job the kiddos attend school virtually at our home!
The schedule will be Monday to Friday. 8:30am-4:00 I am looking for someone who has experience with children and can actively engage... More

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$15–20/hr
Fenton, MI • 17 miles away

Reliable nanny/driver Needed for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a nanny/driver for two teenage school children starting on January 13, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter must have their own car for transportation and be comfortable around pets. Will pay extra for gas. Responsibilities include driving the kids to activities, helping with... More

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$15–17/hr
Chelsea, MI • 22 miles away

Handicapped Girl with Rett Syndrome...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

This is for my handicapped sister Brigette. She is 37 years old, 48lbs and has Rett Syndrome. This disease makes her wheelchair bound, she can not walk talk or move her hands. She is same care level as a 6 month old baby (diapers, baths, puréed foods). She is an angel and my mom is her primary... More

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$19–25/hr
Ann Arbor, MI • 24 miles away

Nanny for 3 children, part-time during...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of five and live in Ann Arbor. Given our busy work schedules, we need help with school pick up and after school activities for our three kids - ages 13, 9, 7.
After school pick up, activities, snack/meal prep and other tasks as they come up. Hours are regularly between 2pm and 6pm... More

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$11–20/hr
Novi, MI • 23 miles away

Baby sitter/Nanny for 6month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

Looking for a baby sitter from Mon-Fri 11:30am-6:30pm for a 6month old baby. We would prefer someone with a prior experience of handling infants , certified.
Need to drive. Help with baby's laundry/cleaning baby stuff (like bottles etc).
Change diapers , Prepare food and feed , burp the baby and... More

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