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
Chaska, MN • 21 miles away

Sitter Needed for Local Daycare...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

Single father and primary caregiver for active 18-month-old daughter who loves exploring parks and playgrounds, and other outdoor activities. We live in Chaska, MN with our two friendly littermate Pomsky dogs. We're an energetic, on-the-go family that values routine while making time for adventures... More

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$11–19/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 18 miles away

Occasional caregiver for twin baby boys.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

New parents having twin babies. Both of us are working and need help for certain hours although we mostly work from home.
Need help care my twin baby boys. We need help for certain days as we need.

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$10–24/hr
Chanhassen, MN • 20 miles away

Part-Time for two well behaved boys (6/8)

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Two boys, aged 6 and 8, in Chanhassen, in need of occasional care. Mornings, Afternoons, & Evenings.
I have two boys who need a sitter on occasional mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Some weekends. Somtimes a drop off or pick up from school is needed. Othertimes a night out is needed that can go... More

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

1 week vacation coverage for 3 kids

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30pm

Hi,
I am looking for kid coverage for one week February 28th-March 6th. Ideal coverage would start with 1.5 hours in the morning. Starting at 7am and include help with getting ready and school drop off. The coverage would continue in the afternoon with school pick up, driving to sports and helping... More

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$21–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 20 miles away

On-call sitter for a curious little princess

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 3 year old daughter that needs a friend when I might be gone for a few hours

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$50–70/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 23 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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$21–25/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 11 miles away

Very part time early morning nanny needed,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

Family of 4. Need a nanny very part time, m-f 7am-930am to help get 5 yr old ready and off to Preschool everyday.
Light housekeeping, serving breakfast and help with snacks, drive to school which is 1 mile from home.
M-F 7am-930am. Big brother leaves the house at 650am for bus. Older sister catches... More

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$15–23/hr
Rosemount, MN • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter for 3 elementary school kids

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have 3 kids one on way. our kids all go to elementary school, we need a nanny once or twice a week 2-5 hrs.

Homework help if needed, meal prep, occasionally pick up or drop off, light housekeeping.

We are located in Rosemount, Minnesota.

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$18–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 22 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 • 22 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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$15–20/hr
Savage, MN • 9 miles away

Occasional weekends/ 1 infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello. I’m looking for an occasional evening and weekend sitter for date nights, etc. We have a smilie 5 month old baby boy and two super friendly smaller dogs.
The sitter will need to engage in play/snuggle time, naps, bottles, and diaper changes. That is about all!
Savage area

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$21–25/hr
Burnsville, MN • 8 miles away

Part-time nanny for our happy little guy!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm

Hello! We are Alexis and Michael, parents of Jameson. I (Alexis) am a social worker and primarily work from home - I have hybrid days. Michael has a full time job and also has a tile company that he owns. We have 4 sweet dogs as well (who get used to you and adapt after a few visits).
We are looking... More

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$18–22/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 11 miles away

Occasional Sitter Needed for 16-month-old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi, our daughter Milena is 16 months old. My wife and I both work full time, while Milena is normally in day care
My wife would like help with her for afternoons/evenings when I work late, plus occasionally on weekends. We live near the outlet mall in Eagan. In addition to feeding her, cleaning... More

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$20–22/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 24 miles away

Infant (3 mo) care!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

we are looking for a passionate, energetic individual who can spend some time with our 3 months old baby girl while we work from home.

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