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.

$10–15/hr
Seguin, TX • 20 miles away

Part time sitter for elementary student....

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 6:30pm

3 people, one bottom territory. We have lived in Seguin for around 5 yrs
Watch child after school til parent gets out from work. Help w any minor hw. Supervise
Seguin, Mon-Friday after school. 4-6

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$18–26/hr
Austin, TX • 25 miles away

Saturday the 21st day date

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/21

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

Single mommy of a 3 year old needs a babysitter for a Saturday day date

Just need you to come to my house and hangout with my baby. He will take a nap half way through the visit and I would cap it at 1.5 hrs. There’s lot of toys and things to do.

I’m in sunset valley and I’ll be in downtown at a... More

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$19–23/hr
San Marcos, TX • 6 miles away

Part time for a infant and toddler

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 3month old and 2 yr old

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$21–22/hr
Austin, TX • 25 miles away

Afterschool Care for Fun Loving Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

We are looking for afterschool care for our 2 y/o son. He is full time in a Montessori program during the day so need for someone to provide him a snack and engagement during the afternoon.

Requirements Include: CPR Certified & use of an Epi Pen, Reliable Transportation, Comfortable with Toilet... More

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$18–22/hr
Kyle, TX • 11 miles away

After School Sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm

I am currently seeking care for my three year old daughter. We are relocating to the area mid-January. I will have no time off in between moves as far as work goes because I am.. you guessed it! A single, full time working, thriving to the best of my ability mom! :) I am looking for a great sitter... More

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$10–15/hr
Kyle, TX • 11 miles away

Part-Time Toddler care for 3 y/o Boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 11:30am (flexible)

We’re a family of 3 who despite our tasking work schedules strive to ensure our little boy has the life and love that creates beautiful humans. We take learning opportunities seriously, as well as physical health. We implement organic play options for our son, and hold him accountable for his... More

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$14–22/hr
New Braunfels, TX • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for sleepy baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00am - 7:00am

Hello I'm in need of a baby sitter for my 2 month old daughter.I'll be working the hospital overnight.
Just watch baby while she sleeps, if she needs to be changed or fed very simple

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$12–20/hr
Kyle, TX • 11 miles away

Regular sitter for our sweet baby girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

We are family of 4, including 1 fur baby. We both work and are in need of a sitter on a regular basis 2 days a week. My husband has military background and I am I nurse. We moved to Texas one year ago and we love to explore what the state has to offer. We love being outdoors and enjoying time as a... More

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$20–25/hr
Buda, TX • 16 miles away

Sitter for 21 month old boy and 5 month...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

We have been so blessed to have been able to grow our family this last year when our baby girl was born on July 4th. She joins a very curious and maybe too charming toddler. We currently live part time in Los Angeles but as a born Texan, being able to spend some months in our home here has been a... More

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$22–25/hr
Austin, TX • 22 miles away

Occasional sitter for sweet newborn baby...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi we are first time parents with a sweet baby girl. We’re looking for a sitter every once in a while so we can go out on dates, events etc!

She is almost three months old so we’d need help to stick to the routine we’re trying to keep her on, which includes the basics - feeding, diaper changes,... More

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$19–23/hr
Seguin, TX • 21 miles away

Occasional sitter for our son.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Safety is our main concern. We are working household of military veterans looking for some one to provide care for our son whenever we choose to have date night.

Feed, change, and provide learning resources and support to our toddler

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$10–12/hr
New Braunfels, TX • 17 miles away

Sitter for a fun, loving 3 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

I’m a work from home mom with a bright and loving 3 year old boy. We are looking for a sitter to watch him at my house during work hours.
Prepare breakfast, lunch, and snacks and essentially just keep our son occupied throughout the day with reading, playing outside, games, etc. and help with clean... More

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$10–11/hr
Kyle, TX • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter Mondays & Fridays 8:30AM...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Feed baby every 3 hrs and change diaper when needed and feed toddler when he’s hungry and thirsty

Just keep an eye on the children and feed them. If possible just clean up kitchen after feeding the toddler other than that nothing else is needed

I need a sitter Mondays and Fridays from 8:30 am to 3 pm More

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$15–18/hr
Driftwood, TX • 19 miles away

Full time nanny needed

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Ours is a family of five. We have 3 boys (7yo and 4yo and 5 months) and also a fur baby called Jake.

We live in Howard Ranch, Driftwood, TX. We are looking for a reliable and dependable nanny and mother’s helper

The eldest boy goes to school and the two younger ones are home. Primary... More

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