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
El Paso, TX • Less than a mile

Flexible Weekend Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

I seek a babysitter for one middle school child starting December 28, 2024, with flexibility if possible. Work hours are Saturdays and Sundays from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM. These times would change in the summer as I'm a cyclist and depending on the start times and location of my rides I may need the... More

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$12–15/hr
El Paso, TX • 5 miles away

School pickup needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Pickup from school and drop off at home needed for two kids. Far East El Paso

Looking for someone to pickup kids from school and drop off at home . Far East El Paso

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$16–20/hr
El Paso, TX • 6 miles away

Date night

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/15

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

Wife is home all day with our little one. Looking for someone to watch our one year old for the occasional date night. We do have two dogs that are big but loving

Just watch the boy and possibly feed snacks. We shouldn’t be late so not worried about going to bed till we get home

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$16–20/hr
El Paso, TX • 6 miles away

Occasional sitter for one baby

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I just had our first baby girl. We need an occasional babysitter for when we have date nights.
Taking care of baby’s needs and wants. She is a newborn so she still requires a little extra attention.

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$16–17/hr
El Paso, TX • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for date nights

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/31 - 01/01

8:00pm - 1:00am

We are a family of 3, our son is 6 years old and we have a dog as well. We are looking for a sitter for some date nights.
We will provide pizza or any dinner reccomend from you, he loves to read, watch movies, and play board games, and loves to draw!

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$10–12/hr
El Paso, TX • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for my son and sometimes...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

I am a single mother who needs help with her two children. My oldest daughter is eleven and my son is six.
I will need help for my youngest son in the morning to get him ready for school, I go into work at 6 a.m. and he might need help with the afternoon from 2:30 to 6:00 p.m. I might have him in... More

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$12–15/hr
El Paso, TX • 5 miles away

Part-time Nanny needed for 1 preschooler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am

Hi, I have 2 kids (4 year old and 9 month old). I work from home, I need someone to be with my children while I work. I am available for help and to answer questions during work.I need a nanny who will keep both children entertained and safe, and give snacks as needed. Older child is potty trained,... More

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$12–14/hr
El Paso, TX • 17 miles away

Seeking part time nanny or sitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

Hi! We are seeking a part time nanny/weekly sitter for our 3 month old. We have two other kiddos ages 6 and 4 that are in full time school. Located on the west side in El Paso.
Seeking someone who is responsible, reliable for early mornings (7am), and has experience caring for infants.

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$18–22/hr
El Paso, TX • 5 miles away

Pat-time sitter for 2 energetic boys.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Retired Doctor looking for help caring for 2 young boys, ages 8 and 12y.o.
I need assist in usual chores in child caring . Some pick up from school, after school snacks. help with preparing dinner, possible homework supervision. helping kids get ready for bedtime.
Needed for 3 days a week during... More

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$15–16/hr
El Paso, TX • 5 miles away

Afternoon school transportation for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

Full time working mommy of two amazing boys. Need help with after school pickup

Looking for someone who can pick up from school in the afternoons & take them home.

79938 area

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$14–18/hr
Canutillo, TX • 22 miles away

Occasional sitter for 8yo boy 4yo girl and...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have an 8 yo boy, 4yo girl and 3yo boy. They are all sweet and we are located far westside

Looking only for occasional sitting, (mommies night out) duties will be just bedtime and staying with them till I’m back home.

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$16–20/hr
El Paso, TX • 14 miles away

Part-time sitter flexible schedule. 4 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Toddler is 4 years old. Well behaved. Only child. Expecting a baby in February. No pets

Take care of 4 year old toddler. Play and take care while we’re gone. Focus on taking care of toddler.

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$15–35/hr
El Paso, TX • 5 miles away

Occasional sitter for baby and 2 dogs.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have 1 baby and two medium sized dogs that are nice. We will need just occasional babysitting sessions. Thank you.
Occasional babysitting days/evenings as needed. Let dogs out ever few hours and take care of child.

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$25/hr
El Paso, TX • 12 miles away

After school pickup for 2 kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 6:00pm

We live in the Northeast area. We are looking for someone to regularly pick up the kids after school and bring them home. They go to 2 different schools, times will vary. Need someone with good driving record, consistent and available the rest of the school year.

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How can babysitters make extra money?

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