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.

$10–12/hr
Bedford, OH • 15 miles away

Babysitter Wanted: Join Our Chill Home &...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

Seeking a babysitter for my son, Armon, to stay at our home for 4-5 hours. Due to allergies, he’s most comfortable at home, where he enjoys gaming. He’s calm, well-behaved, and prefers a laid-back environment. We’re easygoing with rules—just looking for someone reliable who can keep an eye on him... More

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$10–20/hr
Sheffield Lake, OH • 16 miles away

Monday and Thursday sitter

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 3:00pm

We have a 16 year old who would be in and out of the house he will help while he is here if needed. We are looking for someone to come to our home and watch our little ones the oldest 6 would need to be put on the bus at 7 am. Our 4 year old would need Put on the bus at 1130. Our 2 year old would be... More

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$15–23/hr
Cleveland, OH • 17 miles away

After school sitter for boys 5 & 10,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

We are a family of 4, very caring family, 2 kind boys who like to stay busy
Drive kids to after school activities, light household tasks and giving snack/dinner to kid.
We are located in Highland Heights, looking for after school child care, would need references and clean driving record. We treat... More

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

Sitter 3 days a week 8:30am-3:00pm

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm

We are a young family living in Chagrin Falls. We are looking for a sitter to spend time with our two sons William( Liam) 4 years old and Winston 16 months.
We are looking for a sitter 3 days a week Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays. During the mornings 8:30am-12pm will be time spent with my youngest... More

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$19–23/hr
Cleveland, OH • 8 miles away

Full time for four years old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 3:30pm

Looking for a sitter for our daughter. During the day and dropping her off at school
Waking her up, getting her ready for the dah . Learning and doing activities

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$19–23/hr
Euclid, OH • 16 miles away

For speaking

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

For learn more

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$20–24/hr
Avon, OH • 12 miles away

Occasional sitter needed for date nights

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have a lovable energetic 9 year old daughter. She enjoys drawing, playing video games and baking and watching movies
Our daughter is well rounded and is very well behaved. She enjoys having something to do to avoid boredom.

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$19–23/hr
Cleveland, OH • 11 miles away

Full time for 3 kids

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I have a 9 , 6 and 2 year old. My youngest is autistic. My oldest is a boy my last 2 are girls
I need a sitter to come over and basically assist with bedtime while I work over nights and help get them ready in the morning for school and daycare

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$20–24/hr
Beachwood, OH • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter with competitive hourly rate

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

vegetarian, indian, hindi speaking, love indian meals, home cooked meal
pick up from school, help with home work, one load laundry, vacuum, light meal prep
energetic, fun

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$19–23/hr
Chagrin Falls, OH • 25 miles away

Seeking Reliable Sitter for 9-Year-Old–...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We're a family of three living in Bainbridge. I'm Anna, and my husband and I are looking for childcare for our 9-year-old son, Johnny. He's a bright, active, and fun-loving third grader. We're seeking a responsible, caring individual to help out with occasional evenings.
We're looking for... More

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$13–17/hr
Lakewood, OH • Less than a mile

Part time nanny for two lovely kids!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a fun-loving home with two sweet little ones and our dog, Jett, living in Lakewood. Our children are the light of our lives and we are looking for someone who will enjoy and engage them throughout the day while we need to be at work.

We need a sitter willing to take on a rotating bi weekly... More

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$18–20/hr
Cleveland, OH • 19 miles away

ON CALL CHILD CARE PROVIDER - NORTHEAST OHIO

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We are a local child care agency, The Nanny Connection, seeking occasional sitters throughout Northeast Ohio. If you are a dedicated and experienced child care provider looking for a rewarding opportunity, we would love to hear from you! Please apply on our website at... More

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$18–22/hr
Avon Lake, OH • 12 miles away

Part time nanny for newborn, 2 toddlers...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

In need of care for 2 month old, 22 m/o, 4 y/o, 10 y/o. Must be comfortable with dogs.
Help take care of newborn, 22 m/o, 4 y/o and 10 y/o. 4 y/o potty trained. Make snacks & meals for kids. Learning activities with 22 m/o and 4 y/o (when not in school). Dropoff and pickup 4 and 10 y/o from... More

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$12–15/hr
Cleveland, OH • 17 miles away

Part- time sitter who loves an adventure!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

Looking for a sitter who is flexible and can work with a busy family. Early mornings but out by 3 at the latest. We have a very chatty 4-year-old who will need a full day of care from 5:30am-3pm on Mondays and Tuesdays and 5:30am-8am and then 11:00am-3pm Wednesday and Thursday. Caring, fun, and... More

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