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.

$10–20/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 8 miles away

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1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/24 - 12/25

7:00pm - 2:00am (flexible)

Lookin for a sitter for Christmas Eve for date night newly married have no extra help to baby sit

Very simple baby just needs fed every 3 ahours he’s very sweet starting to laugh n get a personality

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$19–23/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Three Children on...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/21

12:00am - 3:00am

I am looking for a sitter to care for my 3 girls for date nights and mommy day out on weekends. I am also looking for a sitter tonight 12/21/2024.

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$10–23/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 18 miles away

Looking for a night out baby sitter...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Just me and my loving 7 month old JacklynJames she’s really upbeat baby

Just some playing and feedings and bed time some times just looking for weekend week night sitter

Looking for someone reliable I had so many last minute cancellation last few times I’ve tried to find someone looking for... More

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$19–23/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 17 miles away

Drive and Care for One Middle Schooler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30am - 4:30am

We are seeking a responsible babysitter for our middle school child. The role starts on January 6, 2025, and runs from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The babysitter needs to have their own car and drive our child to activities if needed. The babysitter engages with our child during this... More

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$15–20/hr
Tolar, TX • 14 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant, Food...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter starting December 21, 2024, with flexible scheduling. The role involves caring for one infant. Duties include feeding and preparing meals and snacks, following bedtime routines, and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate has a car for transportation, is... More

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$19–23/hr
Crowley, TX • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for one energetic toddlers

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 3. My wife and I are looking for a babysitter that can occasionally watch our daughter.
We need occasional babysitting. Our first job will be for over 10 hours of care, but we would like to have a visit or two to see if this would be a good match.
We are located near the... More

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$15–20/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 19 miles away

Part time nanny for three lovely and...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 7:00pm (flexible)

I have 7 year old twins boys name Jayden and Aiden and a precious 2 year old girl name K’ahlani
I just stared a new job and need a sitter to grab the boys after school and to also look after my daughter in the day I’m always going to let my job know when im available so we can plan as needed.

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$12–19/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 18 miles away

Needing help with kids in evenings

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Hi my family is well behaved two boys one girl
Just needed after school care for a Few hours

Just help kids get ready for bed time some evenings and not much else !

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$19–23/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for 10 month old baby boy.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a military wife/nurse. My husband is in the army and often times our schedules collide. We have a little boy that is 10 months old. Everyone that meets him says he is such a happy baby. He loves his naps and wants to play all day. He is crawling pretty fast at this age and at any moment will be... More

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$17–21/hr
Crowley, TX • 18 miles away

Twins Needing Occasional Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hoping to find a dedicated and reliable sitter for occasional date nights, events, etc.

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$19–23/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 18 miles away

Weekend sitters for twin toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 11:00pm

Hey I have two twin boys Edward and Patrick they just turned 1 they r bedtime baby’s they go to bed at 730-8 in don’t wake back up they r super good n will be fed dinner n bathed in pajamas before you arrive
Just take great care of the kiddos there pretty easy kids to take care of
When your arriving... More

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$19–23/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 19 miles away

Date night needing sitter for Two boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Two boys
2 years old 4 years old
Needing a sitter for weekend and holidays

Just needing someone to watch my kids for date night usually from 6pm-12am weekends

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$10–15/hr
Burleson, TX • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for newborn and 8 year old

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

I have a newborn and an 8 year old. I need someone who can be reliable and take care of my babies and get them to daycare each day. I am relocating to Burleson and need someone 5 days a week from 430/5am to 6am to help with dropping them off so I can get to work. I am a single mom in need of a... More

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$17–20/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 8 miles away

Pick up and drop off sitter for my...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My name is Antoinette and my daughter name is Neveah and she is very bright , kind loving she’s all the above. We are looking for someone that could pick her up from school and just take her home.

I would need a sitter to just pick my daughter up from school and the school is only six minutes... More

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