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
League City, TX • 23 miles away

Part-time Nanny/Sitter for a Munchkin Pop

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

Hi there, new FT mama to a beautiful 9 month old. I am just returning to work after an extended time at home, and would love to leave my baby girl in good hands.
I really only need general care for my baby girl. Diaper changes, feedings, naps and playtime. I would leave everything prepared... More

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$18–22/hr
Texas City, TX • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for toddler/infant

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We have two children ages 7 months and 3 years. Our schedule generally would require 2-3 days per week for 8-10 hours a day.
Engage the kids with activities, light house cleaning/cleaning up after kids.

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$20–29/hr
League City, TX • 23 miles away

After-school sitter 5 yr. old adorable...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We're recovering from a loss back in January, my 5-yr. old lives with his 23 yr old and 19 yr old siblings and I occassionally get him as well. He is the sweetest kid and we are all dealing with the loss that has hit us all pretty hard. This new life change is something we are all trying to deal... More

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$10–17/hr
Seabrook, TX • 24 miles away

looking for a dependable sitter for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 7:30pm

Hi I’m La my daughter is Loyalty she is 9 and my son is La’Saint he is 7
Im looking for before and after school care im located in Seabrook, tx

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$20–21/hr
League City, TX • 23 miles away

Morning sitter (Mon-Fri) for about 2 hrs....

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi there! I’m a single mommy of 3! Two boys and a little miss. We’re pretty simple and a small family that doesn’t have much family.

Would typically arrive at 5:30 am & get the kids up at 6 am,get them ready for the day and out the door. You’d drop the kids off at daycare by 6:30/6:45 an. Their... More

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$10–15/hr
Galveston, TX • Less than a mile

Part time sitter needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Single mother of two boys. 3 & 13yrs of age.
One attends childcare and the oldest is in middle school.
On weekdays I would need someone to be here at my home by 6am to make sure the oldest gets ready for school and eats breakfast then drop off. The youngest will need to arrive at daycare by 830am.... More

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$24–28/hr
League City, TX • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for a cute five year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Single Father that works a lot and needs help with youngest son when he’s visiting.

Pick up my son from his mothers and babysit him in the evenings while I’m at work.

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$10–15/hr
Seabrook, TX • 24 miles away

Only 2 days Saturday and Sunday morning...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Good morning! I’m Darrell and Dax is my 5 year old son who I love to deaf! He is very loving and quite tell he gets comfortable with you. He also has a little speech impediment.
I just need the sitter to be at my place by 4:30am this Saturday and Sunday only tell10:30am

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$19–25/hr
Galveston, TX • 11 miles away

Occasional sitter for twin toddlers on...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, we are the Masson family, two dads and twin two-year-old boys. We live in Colleyville, Texas, but have a beach house in West Galveston. We are looking for a regular babysitter in Galveston for date nights.
Most likely just getting the boys fed, changed, and ready for bed. We will always... More

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$19–20/hr
Santa Fe, TX • 19 miles away

Trustworthy patient babysitter

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

4 kidos, 13, 9, 6, and 5. Two youngest are autistic. Youngest nonverbal.
Babysit on occasion. Older two can help with their two youngest siblings if needed. The youngest two are in diapers and will need to be changed if they have accidents. Pass out snacks or meals that will be prepared ahead... More

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$18–22/hr
Galveston, TX • 3 miles away

Weekend Overnight sitter!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 1:00am (flexible)

Hello! I need help with care for my son on weekends from 6p-1:30a. I work from 7p-7a & his dad works from 5p-1a. My son is 10 months old.

I am looking for someone to help care for my baby boy and do his nighttime routine and be with him until dad comes home

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$10–15/hr
League City, TX • 23 miles away

Full time sitter for a lovely 2months old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 7:00pm

Azriel is a lovely child, quiet and easy. We need a fulltime nanny to help out in taking care of Azriel while we go back to our jobs after our leave of absence.

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$20–24/hr
Galveston, TX • 3 miles away

Weekly Tutor for Tuesdays

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

My name is Megan and I have 3 children. My oldest, Adalynn, is 6 years old. She is currently in 1st grade and I am looking for someone who can tutor and help her become more competent with reading and writing.

I am looking for someone who can tutor Adalynn in reading, writing, and math, as well as... More

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$17–21/hr
League City, TX • 23 miles away

Occasional sitter for a toddler girl and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I'm a stay at home mom who needs occasional help when I have appointments or events I have to go to without my children.
I need someone who is willing to play and have fun with my children. I need someone who will give attention to them, play games, feed them and keep them alive and well while I am... More

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