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.

$20–24/hr
Pickerington, OH • 18 miles away

Looking for pick up and drop Off nanny

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I’m a full time travel nurse and need help with pick up and drop off for 2 kids. It would be every other Friday for pick up and Sunday for drop off, I would give full schedule for the entire year.
Pick up is 5 pm at McDonald about an hour and 15 minutes away from our house. Drop off is my house in... More

See Full Job Details

$19–22/hr
Columbus, OH • 25 miles away

Part times sitter for 1 energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 03/03

12:00am - 4:00am

I’m a 21 year old mom just looking for a babysitter for one night my toddler is very energetic but listens to demands when needed
Just put toddler to sleep she does not drink a bottle anymore it’s more so her watching tv cartoons untill she sleeps

See Full Job Details

$19–23/hr
Grove City, OH • 24 miles away

Friendly kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi
I got a 3 yrs and 4.5 years old .
Very friendly and polite.
I might need babysitters occasionally
Watch at max 3hrs. Can vary
No cooking but help for toilet.
One is on diaper

See Full Job Details

$19–23/hr
Grove City, OH • 24 miles away

Friendly kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi
I got a 3 yrs and 4.5 years old .
Very friendly and polite.
I might need babysitters occasionally
Watch at max 3hrs. Can vary
No cooking but help for toilet.
One is on diaper

See Full Job Details

$19–20/hr
Columbus, OH • 25 miles away

part time sitter for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Need a part time sitter sundays mondays and tuesdays while complete 6 weeks of externship for school

See Full Job Details

$19–23/hr
Reynoldsburg, OH • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for the coolest boy ever

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Mommy of 1 amazing 4 year old boy who’s character is out of this world
Duties would be to help assist with bed time baths and putting to bed stay overnight

See Full Job Details

$19–23/hr
Columbus, OH • 23 miles away

Daily sitter for 3hrs for two children!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

My Name is Christine Johnson. My children are Amirah (10) and Dontae (7)
I need the kids picked up from schooland taken home until I get off work at 5:30PM
It would be all school days. Mon-Fri

See Full Job Details

$19–23/hr
Columbus, OH • 20 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 toddlers and 1...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We are a family of 3 girls. We also have 2 dogs, a girl and boy Pitsky's. They are very friendly dogs. They all have the most beautiful personalities, you wait and see.
I need someone to be at my house while my kids are sleeping. Wake them all up for school. Get my 2 little ones dressed. As well as... More

See Full Job Details

$20–25/hr
Canal Winchester, OH • 13 miles away

Sitter for date nights and other events.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We just retired from the Navy. Moved to Ohio for a job with AWS and are looking for our first baby sitter. Wife is a little nervous about it.
Watch baby monitor. Put back to sleep if necessary. Usually not necessary. Very good sleeper.

See Full Job Details

$19–26/hr
Canal Winchester, OH • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for two 6month old twin boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have 6 month old twin boys that I am looking for baby sitting on a occasional basis. They are very bubbly and friendly.
To help with baby sitting on an occasional basis on the weekends as needed.
I am just looking for someone on the weekends as needed

See Full Job Details

$15–19/hr
Columbus, OH • 20 miles away

Sitter for 1 Newborn

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 7:30pm

I go back to work December 18th and need help with watching my baby as i work.

See Full Job Details

$10–17/hr
Columbus, OH • 20 miles away

Sitter help needed with infant baby boy...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

going back to work live with a family but mother has health issues and can’t take care of my infant
Tend 100% to the needs of my baby. For his wellbeing and growth
Feed baby
Change baby

See Full Job Details

$14–24/hr
Columbus, OH • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for amazing little girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single father, busy with toddler and teenager. Looking for extra support.
Simply hangout with babygirl, while I handle work or other ad hoc appointments

See Full Job Details

$20/hr
Lancaster, OH • 9 miles away

Wednesday Day Sitter for a 9 Month Boy:)

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 4:00pm

Hi there! We are a family of 3! It is just my husband and I, our 9 month baby boy & our 3 kitties!

We will provide everything you need for a successful day with our boy! He is very easy and we just need you to assure he is fed, changed and put down for his naps! He loves being read to and... More

See Full Job Details

Find a Babysitting Job in Amanda, OH

Refine Results

Other Care Types

Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

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?

Babysitting jobs in your area

Top cities

By state