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.

$11–16/hr
Crowley, TX • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for one energetic...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Part-time sitter for one energetic toddlers and one 10 month old baby. Toddlers require play time, learning, training for toilet making his meal and going out to event or park and Same for 10month old. Mum might have a date night or events on the weekends need babysitter for weekends and week days... More

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$10–19/hr
Crowley, TX • 23 miles away

Part- time sitter for one energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a small family of three.My son (Sherekhan), my frenchie dog (Boss), and myself.
I will need light house keeping. Make sure the dog is let out to use the restroom. Play fun thinking games with my child.

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$19–20/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for daily after school care

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We’re the Laras! Raylan is 4 years old and in Pre-K, while Jensen is in 5th grade.
We’re looking for a sitter who can pick the boys up from school, make sure they have a snack, and care for them until Dad gets home from work.
School bell rings at 3:20 and my husband usually arrives home at 4:30.

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$19–23/hr
Weatherford, TX • 22 miles away

Part time/Occasional sitter for 1 full of...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Finn is a 3 year old full of energy boy that loves dinosaurs and animals picky eater and happy go lucky!

Put Finn to bed or keep an eye and ear on him should he wake up let us know if we need to come back. Me and my husband are in long need of a date night!

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$15–20/hr
Crowley, TX • 23 miles away

Monday through Thursday after school...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Married couple with 2 kids. The oldest attends the martial arts class that I teach. During this time frame is when I would need a sitter for my 2yo.
Watch my 2yo daughter for approximately 2 hours at a martial arts gym while I teach a class.
Mon through Thursday in Burleson

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$12–18/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 25 miles away

Energy Efficient Personality Needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 12:00pm

Hi. Currently i have my grandson for the weeks. We have tried the daycare theme and I am not a fan. I am needing someone with amazing personalty and great energy to look after my world while Iwork.
to watch my grandson while I work for one week from 6 am-5 pm four days a week

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$10–20/hr
Crowley, TX • 23 miles away

On Call Sitter for 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a 21 year old mommy of 1, I travel often randomly so I’m in need of a on call sitter!
Feed, watch, entertain, & clean her if needed. You will have all things provided for you!

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$16–20/hr
Cleburne, TX • 22 miles away

Part time sitter helping getting kids on...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Me and my brother just move here to Cleburne and looking for a sitter to watch over the kids for the time being. The kids age are 8, 5, and 6 two boys and a girl.

Just need some able to get them on the bus and off the bus from school. School starts at 745am and they get off around 3pm. We will be... More

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$10–15/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 23 miles away

Nanny for our little girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family new to Texas, looking to find a trustworthy nanny whenever mom & dad have work.

Pick up from daycare in Arlington off Arkansas & drop off in Fort Worth near hulen mall.

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$15–17/hr
Weatherford, TX • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for an energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hello, I’m looking for a sitter to come to my house 2-3 days a week and watch my 22 month old. She loves to explore outside, draw and play. We are looking for someone that is patient and will enjoy spending time with our little one.

I’m looking for someone to play with our little one. I don’t... More

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

Pick up and drop off sitter for my...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00am - 4:00am (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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$18–19/hr
Crowley, TX • 23 miles away

Part- time nanny for three children...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 7:00am

Family of 3 children. Two girls on boy. Mother works as an Executive Chef at an account in Coppell. Spouse is currently out of town for work and will be transferring within the next few months however unsure of what schedule would still be at that time.
Arrive to home in morning to ensure children... More

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$18–22/hr
Weatherford, TX • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for 1 and 3 year old....

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 12:00pm

Both parents, Joe and Ashley, are dedicated members of law enforcement—Ashley serves as a police officer in Weatherford, while Joe works for the Granbury Police. Their 3-year-old son, Wesley, is full of curiosity and energy, while their 1-year-old daughter, Chloe, is just beginning to explore the... More

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$18–20/hr
Cleburne, TX • 22 miles away

Part Time sitter needed for two boys just...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We live in a duplex on Gregory CT off country Club. Small kids ages 5 and 2 Boys. Looking for someone to watch the kids when were working on Saturdays

feeding breakfast and lunch and putting them down for a nap at noon. Just need them to watch them for 5hrs until wife gets off.

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