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
Osseo, MN • 15 miles away

Date night babysitter needed for 2

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Husband told me last minute about a company party for 12/23 so here I am.2 7 year old boy and a 2 year old girl.

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$15–20/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter starting on January 4, 2025, with flexibility in the start date. The caregiver cares for three children: one infant and two elementary-age kids. Responsibilities include driving the children to activities, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, providing... More

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$21–25/hr
Andover, MN • 21 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 • 17 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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$20–24/hr
Andover, MN • 21 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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$20–24/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 24 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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$21–25/hr
Mound, MN • 18 miles away

Occasional sitter for one sweet boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My son Harlan is 10 months now. I'm 28 and just need some occasional assistance watching him. Could eventually become more on going
Play/hangout with him. Meet his baby needs. Get to know him rather than just doing the bare minimum.

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$20–24/hr
Osseo, MN • 12 miles away

Nanny Wanted

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 12:30pm

Nanny wanted half days, 3 days a week. Should be good with kids and ok with some light housekeeping.

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$10–24/hr
Chanhassen, MN • 25 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 • 24 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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$10–22/hr
Osseo, MN • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter for an energetic and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello,

Adhyaan is 12 months old and we need babysitting from 8am-1pm on December 3, 4, and 9.

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$50–70/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 25 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
Minneapolis, MN • 21 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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Date night babysitter needed for 2

Date night babysitter needed for 2

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

Part time during the week that love baby’s!

Part time during the week that love baby’s!

Part time baby sitter

Part time baby sitter

One day daycare for two energetic toddlers

One day daycare for two energetic toddlers

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

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

Occasional sitter for one sweet boy

Occasional sitter for one sweet boy

Nanny Wanted

Nanny Wanted

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

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

1 week vacation coverage for 3 kids

1 week vacation coverage for 3 kids

Part-time sitter for an energetic and...

Part-time sitter for an energetic and...

Part-Time sitter for 4 easy-going kids

Part-Time sitter for 4 easy-going kids

As needed sitter for 2 under 4

As needed sitter for 2 under 4

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How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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