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.

$21–25/hr
Andover, MN • 12 miles away

Part time during the week that love baby’s!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Recently had a baby and we are going back to work soon we love the outdoors

Take care of the baby while we work and keep us up to date on everything going on with the baby

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$20–30/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 24 miles away

Part time baby sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have to daughters. I would prefer you come the my house and babysit them.

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$10–13/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for one six year old.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 9:30am

Family of three with one black cat. Now I’m trying to get 70 characters.
Get our daughter on the bus. That is all you really need to do. I am trying to get 70 characters.
If you could be at our house before 7:45 that would be great. You’d be with our daughter till about 9:45 or so when she gets on... More

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$20–24/hr
Andover, MN • 12 miles away

One day daycare for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/15

12:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

Recently moved to Minnesota with my two beautiful children. My daughter is 4 and my son is 2
I just need my kids to be fed during meal hours, diaper changed, light cleaning for messes made during the babysitting hours, homework if there is any, and get the kids ready for bed and put them to... More

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$10–15/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 24 miles away

Occasional Sitter for children under 10

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hey y'all! I am a 35 divorced mother of 2 beautiful girls (ages 6 and 9) and 2 handsome young men (ages 4 and 10). My girls like to draw and play with their babies and my boys like to be active and play with their action figures, but everyone is up activities or even just a movie with some snacks.... More

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$19–28/hr
Wyoming, MN • 5 miles away

Sitter needed for 3 little girls

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have twin girls at 18 months and almost 3 year old girl. Very easy going girls!

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$20–24/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 kiddos 7 and 3 in...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My wife and I have two kids (7 and 3) and we recently moved to Blaine, MN from NJ. Our kids love the space here! Both are in school during the day so we are looking for help with after school care, occasional pickup and light housekeeping.

After school care, light house keeping and occasional... More

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$50–70/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 24 miles away

Part-Time sitter for 4 easy-going kids

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Crazy,Kind and energetic
Kay is sassy,kind and loves to dance
Owen is senstive,sweet and loves cooking
Ophelia is sassy,caring and loves to dance with her big sister
Harvin is shy(at first)then funny,bubbly and loves to watch spider-man
Pick... More

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$18–24/hr
New Richmond, WI • 25 miles away

PT/FT Nanny Needed for 6-month old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there! I'm a WFH mom in need of some care during the day while I teach and run to appointments. You'll be watching our adorable 6-month-old Oskar
You'll be working with me, helping to keep my lil guy entertained while I work. Afterwards, we can tag-team, so I can get some things completed around... More

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$21–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 15 miles away

As needed sitter for 2 under 4

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Two boys under 4 years. Older one loves to read and interact with others. Tiber loves playing with cars and trucks and can entertain himself.

Keep boys entertained and read with them, serve them snacks / meals as needed (everything will be prepared)

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$18–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 25 miles away

Short term sitter for vacation/unexpexted...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Travelling to minneapolis and need last minute help with baby sitting. Dad will be working hence need help with baby sitting at dads workplace
Engage child in play, help with meal feeding and potty. Basically need to help dad while working at his workplace
Minneapolis
Help needed next week Monday... More

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$18–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 25 miles away

Part time sitter vacation for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Need help with toddler due to unexpected trip to minneapolis for a week
Play and engage child during the day. Help with feeding and taking to potty.
Minneapolis, day time around 10 am to 3 pm on Nov 25,26 and 10 am to 5 pm Nov 27,28,29

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$17–19/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 22 miles away

Joyful & creative part time nanny for toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a part-time nanny that can watch our little girl while we work from home. She is almost 18 months old, loves spending time outside, dancing, playing games, reading, crafts, exploring - she is learning so much right now. Our family loves Jesus and are looking for someone to aligns... More

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$20–22/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 25 miles away

Easy Infant and occasional toddler care

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

Hi nannies,
we are looking for a passionate, energetic individual who can spend some time with our 3 months old baby girl while we work. We also have a 19 months old toddler who we plan on sending to daycare 3 days a week ,but we do need some care for him 2 days a week . I (mom) work from home... More

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