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.

$15–20/hr
Minnetonka, MN • 7 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Little Girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for two little girls, an infant and a toddler, starting on/around April 7, 2025. The hours are Mondays and Thursdays from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Our 2 yr old is in preschool until noon. So she would only be with you from 12-3:30. Both Mom & Dad work from home with flexible... More

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$16–20/hr
Waconia, MN • 14 miles away

Seeking a dependable care provider for a...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! I am seeking a reliable, kind, gentle, experienced, and attentive nanny to provide recurring care for my third baby and occasional care for all 3 children (occasional dates nights or afternoons) in Waconia. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, someone who takes... More

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$20–24/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Middle School Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a babysitter for our middle school child, starting around April 5, 2025, with a flexible schedule. The ideal candidate has experience with special needs and owns a car for transportation. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, providing support during homework, engaging in... More

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$14–20/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 19 miles away

Babysitter needed for elementary child on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 4:00pm

We need a babysitter to care for our elementary-aged child on Wednesdays from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, starting March 26, 2025. The babysitter will supervise playtime, plan to stay outdoors with my child until I am done with work. They must have their own car to drive to pick up my child from school at... More

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$14–20/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 19 miles away

Babysitter needed for elementary child on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 4:00pm

We need a babysitter to care for our elementary-aged child on Wednesdays from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, starting March 26, 2025. The babysitter will supervise playtime, assist with homework, and prepare light snacks. They must have their own car to drive to pick out child from school. The ideal candidate... More

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$21–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 6 miles away

Caring babysitter needed for three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a responsible babysitter starting on April 5, 2025, for three children aged preschool and elementary. The sitter ensures a safe environment, supervises playtime, and assists with homework. Activities include reading stories, engaging in creative play, and preparing simple meals. The sitter... More

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$16–17/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 20 miles away

Summer sitter needed for two middle school...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 10:00am

We are looking for a sitter for the summer for two middle school boys for the summer. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, from about 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
I may occasionally need help with pickup in the evening, just a couple days a week so please keep that in mind.
Primary responsibilities... More

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$21–48/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 6 miles away

Love to Dance? Seeking a summer tutor to...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for someone to help our daughter practice dance this summer. 2-10 hours a week, really flexible on hours M-F. She is in competition dance and wants to practice but needs help. Ideal candidate would have been in dance for several years, competitive dance even better. You don't need to... More

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$21–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 17 miles away

Responsible Caregiver Needed for Two Kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our two boys, Leo and Jones like biking around the neighborhood with friends, playing with nerf guns and watching movies.

The sitter would need to watch the kids, usually in the evenings, while Pete and I go out on a date. It would involve making dinner (frozen pizza) and putting them to bed... More

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

Part-time regular sitter for two preK kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We are a laid back family looking for a regular sitter for our two preK kids

Play and care for the kids, snacks/meal, clean up with kids, potty training practice for one of the kids.

We are in Blaine.
Need childcare every week, Wednesday from 4 to 8pm.
And weekend hours as well, flexible on... More

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$20–25/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 23 miles away

Occasional Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi, our daughter Milena is 21 months old. My wife and I both work full time, while Milena is normally in day care.
We'd like help with her on weekends, plus occasionally for afternoons/evenings when I work late or when day care is closed. We live near the outlet mall in Eagan. In addition to... More

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$15–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 23 miles away

Part time Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

One 2 years old girl
Another 4 years old boy - Autistic, nonverbal, well behaved, understands mostly

My son takes transportation from the Autism Center. Comes home around 4:30 PM- able to receive him, feed him, and watch him. Occasionally, able to pick up my son from the Center in case... More

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$35–45/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 12 miles away

Safe, experienced driver with Car Needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

We are seeking a responsible babysitter to drive one preschool-aged child. He attends pre-school at the Edina Early Learning Center, and we need a caring person to pick him up from preschool at 11:30am on Tuesdays and Thursdays and bring him home. When he gets home, our au pair will care for him. We... More

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$18–21/hr
Andover, MN • 25 miles away

Safe and Caring Babysitter Needed for Five...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for five children aged preschool to middle school. The job starts on February 17th, 2025, with flexible start times. Hours are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Responsibilities include driving the kids to activities, preparing meals... More

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