$19–23/hr
Katy, TX • 19 miles away

Occasional date night sitter, 1-2 times...

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 4 looking for date night sitter. 9 year old boy and 7 year old girl.

Play with kids and just make sure they are safe and happy, help put them to bed.

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$18–22/hr
Spring, TX • 17 miles away

Part time Sitter Needed for a Loving Family

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

Family of 3 kids, 11, 8 and 4
We live in Klein spring area
We are Muslems and Love everyone.
We want someone who is energetic and fun to be with kids
Positive energy
Mostly school pick up and drop off
Ready for school in the mornings, then drop off at school
pick up after school, help with... More

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$19–23/hr
Katy, TX • 15 miles away

Full time / on call sitter for 2 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hey my name is Tykesha, but you can call me Ty. I have a daughter that’s 2 years young, sassy, bossy, & highly intelligent.

I’m seeking someone who enjoys interacting with kids on an educational & playful level. I will soon be starting my career as a School age tutor so I will be needing a... More

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$11–15/hr
Houston, TX • 23 miles away

Nanny for 3 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm

Looking for nanny for 3 month old. I work remotely and need assistance
Looking for nanny for 3 month old. I work remotely and need assistance with my baby during the week from 10am to 4pm
Monday to Friday

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$19–23/hr
Houston, TX • 18 miles away

Occasional weekend sitter for energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 2:00pm

High energy 2.5 year old toddler, mom just needs occasional weekend help
Play and engage with toddler, may need to feed breakfast and lunch on occasion

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$10–11/hr
Conroe, TX • 24 miles away

PART-TIME sitter for 2 kids (5&11)

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 10:30pm (flexible)

Hello, just a single mom with a busy busy schedule. I am a HR manager for Amazon.com! I have 2 kids Adrian is 5 and Kendra is 11, they are very easy going kids no trouble here!
Need care for only a couple of hours, nothing over night. Assistance with light meals. Mon-Thu care from 6:30-10pm. We... More

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$16/hr
Katy, TX • 19 miles away

Weekend babysitter for older girls (teen,...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

We are a family of 5. My husband will be traveling back and forth from NY. We have 3 girls age 15, 12 and 9. The 15 year old can take care of herself.
I need someone to care for my tweens from Friday afternoon 3:30pm to 6pm, Saturday 11 to 4 and Sunday 9 to 3 (Sunday would include taking them to... More

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$16–24/hr
Cypress, TX • 8 miles away

Occasional sitter for toddler, school...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for someone to watch our toddler on an as-needed basis. This may include: days when she can not be in daycare (school closures, sick day); a few hours after work (4:30-6ish), and occasionally a few hours on weekends. Mom will usually be home, but working and not able to be primary caregiver.... More

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

Babysitting jobs in your area

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Occasional date night sitter, 1-2 times...

Occasional date night sitter, 1-2 times...

Part time Sitter Needed for a Loving Family

Part time Sitter Needed for a Loving Family

Full time / on call sitter for 2 year old

Full time / on call sitter for 2 year old

Nanny for 3 month old

Nanny for 3 month old

Occasional weekend sitter for energetic...

Occasional weekend sitter for energetic...

PART-TIME sitter for 2 kids (5&11)

PART-TIME sitter for 2 kids (5&11)

Weekend babysitter for older girls (teen,...

Weekend babysitter for older girls (teen,...

Occasional sitter for toddler, school...

Occasional sitter for toddler, school...

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

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Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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