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.

$16–25/hr
Marble Falls, TX • 4 miles away

Sitter for 8 month old sweet baby girl.

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/19

1:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

We are a golfing family and would love to play golf and have dinner at horseshoe bay

Babysit for 8 months old! She is really easy and is still bottle fed. She goes to bed around 7:30

Staying at horseshoe bay resort

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$21–25/hr
Leander, TX • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter for one amazing 2.5 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for an occupational sitter to come and hang out with our 2.5 year old son for date nights/other events. A bonus would be someone who can also pet sit our Italian mastiff , in home when gone on trips, but not required.

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$10–12/hr
Liberty Hill, TX • 23 miles away

Very calm baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

Family of 4, looking for someone to watch my 5months old son Monday- Thursday

Responsibilities of the sitter include feeding, maintaining the cleanliness of the infant's surroundings, laundry and light housekeeping

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$22–26/hr
Marble Falls, TX • 4 miles away

One evening at horseshoe bay resort

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/25

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

We have 6 kids (6,8, 9, 12, 12, 14) at horseshoe bay resort
-we will be at dinner
Just make sure kids are safe
-we are not leaving the resort
- just going to the restaurant

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$10–15/hr
Kingsland, TX • 12 miles away

Sitter for one sweet 5 year old boy.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a mom of a sweet five year old boy! He is usually in bed by the time I need a sitter.
Stay at my house with my sleeping son until I return home. You can watch tv or hang on your phone while he sleeps.

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$16–20/hr
Llano, TX • 19 miles away

Summer Nanny for 5 & 7 yo

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

Two working parents need a daytime nanny for a 5 yo boy and 7 yo girl. M-F, 9am-5pm at our home in Llano, TX. Will provide for daily activities and outings as desired.

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$10–16/hr
Marble Falls, TX • 4 miles away

Full time position

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi, my family is very kind and very trustworthy so that’s what we’re looking for. My kid is 17 months old.

Or ideal sitter needs to know how to prepare infant meals and know what to do in a emergency manner, other than that not too much more

So the time will bury me as the dad I have a schedule... More

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$18–23/hr
Leander, TX • 24 miles away

Occasional Nanny needed for parents night out

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi All,

Need occasional nanny for our 4 year old son. Responsibilities include:
- Having fun play & learn time with him
- Keep him entertained
- Light meal prep (depending on case)
- Handling his bedtime if needed.

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$10–19/hr
Spicewood, TX • 17 miles away

M-W-F sitter for baby and toddler

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family of 6 including myself and my husband. Live on family land with several dogs and donkeys.
Watch my 6 week old and 2 year old three days a week so I can go back to work. And maybe do light house work like: sweeping/mopping, dishes, etc

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$13–16/hr
Leander, TX • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for an energetic and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of five. Mom, dad, baby and two fur babies. I am a STAM and want to start getting back to work slowly.

Take care of 14 months old toddler. Play with her, keep her entertained while I get some work done.

We need this service occasionally as needed

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$17–25/hr
Dripping Springs, TX • 24 miles away

Part Time sitter for two fun and sweet...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Fun happy go lucky family with a farm and sweet playful kiddos. We love big energy!
occasional evening and overnight care when mom travels for work. Sometimes date night care as well!

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$21–25/hr
Horseshoe Bay, TX • Less than a mile

1 hr/day sitting for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My husband Joshua and I just moved to the area with our 14-month-old daughter. We have two cats and two dogs.
I need my daughter to be picked up from daycare by 5:30 and brought home. I will be home between 5:30-6:30 depending on work. My husband works from home but is unable to leave his desk from... More

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$21–25/hr
Leander, TX • 24 miles away

Date night sitter for two year old baby girl!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

6 of us in total!We love to travel, eat and just spend time together!!
We need help with our youngest daughter!For date nights and outings- we have a teen who is on the spectrum who is willing to help
Mostly weekend nights and at our home

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$15–30/hr
Leander, TX • 20 miles away

Needing a part-time nanny starting June...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 3. My son was born a premie last August 2023. He is our bundle of joy and blessing! I work in healthcare and my husband works in tech.

- bottle feeding/ solids feeding/ age-appropriate play time
- nap time/ contact naps if my son needs
-basic understanding of child... More

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