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.

$18–21/hr
San Antonio, TX • 25 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Two Kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter for two children, an infant and an elementary-aged child. The position is available starting on January 27, 2025, with flexibility in the start date. Work hours are from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks,... More

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$10–15/hr
San Antonio, TX • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter for one preschool-aged child starting on January 18, 2025. The role includes supervising playtime, preparing simple meals, and assisting with daily activities. The babysitter engages the child in educational games and helps with basic hygiene. The candidate must... More

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$10–11/hr
San Antonio, TX • 23 miles away

Caring and Engaging Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

I am looking for a dependable babysitter for my preschool-aged child. The schedule starts on February 17, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include engaging my child in educational and fun activities, preparing snacks and meals, ensuring a safe environment, and... More

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$10–22/hr
San Antonio, TX • 4 miles away

Sitter Needed ASAP!!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 6:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting February 14, 2025, from 10:00 to 6:00, Monday to Friday. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and assisting with toilet training. Light housekeeping and laundry tasks are also required, along with... More

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$10–20/hr
San Antonio, TX • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our infant (7 months old) starting on February 3, 2025. The schedule may vary, with hours typically from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM on Tuesdays. Responsibilities include caring for one child, preparing his bottles, meals and snacks, performing light housekeeping... More

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$19–23/hr
San Antonio, TX • 21 miles away

Transportation sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a son and a daughter that need transportation to and or from school.

Pick up my kids and or drop off to school single mom waiting on vehicle repairs

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$18–30/hr
San Antonio, TX • 20 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a caring and responsible babysitter for our two children, ages preschool and elementary. The job starts on March 1, 2025, but the date is flexible. Responsibilities include driving the kids, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, providing sick care, assisting with toilet... More

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$12–19/hr
San Antonio, TX • 4 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Preschooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter to care for our preschool-aged child from April 8, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday, starting at 8:00 AM and ending at 1:00 PM. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The... More

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$16–18/hr
San Antonio, TX • 22 miles away

Provide Care, Meals, and Bedtime for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a babysitter for one elementary-aged child starting on January 10, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter prepares healthy meals and snacks and follows a consistent bedtime routine. Responsibilities include engaging the child in fun activities, ensuring safety, and providing help with... More

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$17–18/hr
Somerset, TX • 10 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 5:30am (flexible)

We need a babysitter for one preschool child starting on January 13, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with shifts from 4:30 PM to 6:00 AM on Monday through Thursday. The babysitter must have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting... More

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$15–16/hr
Macdona, TX • 16 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 2:30pm

We seek a reliable nanny starting January 20, 2025, for our two children, an infant and a preschooler. The nanny works on weekday daytime hours. Responsibilities include supervising and engaging with the children, assisting with toilet training, preparing simple meals and snacks, and performing... More

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$10–11/hr
San Antonio, TX • 20 miles away

Part-time, potentially full-time sitter...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 8:00pm (flexible)

Family of three, my husband and I plus a 15 month old. Looking for a fun baby sitter.

Drive to care for our baby boy in the best of their ability. Able to love and have fun while being safe.

Located in 78222 area, SCHEDULE IS NOT SET NOR IS TIME. Please message me for more details.

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$18–22/hr
San Antonio, TX • 25 miles away

School Pick-up Driver

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm

We are looking for a driver to pick up four of our kiddos from three schools (elementary, middle, and HS) every other week and drop them off at our house. We live in Alamo Heights but the kids go to school in north NEISD.

We need our sitter to drive to/between schools and wait until each school... More

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$10–13/hr
San Antonio, TX • 20 miles away

Nanny for large family- 6 kids

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

contact me if interested!
We are a large family and I am needing helping a couple times a week with everything. Basically a “2nd mom”. I am a stay at home mom but some help would be nice

Help me with my day to day life as a stay at home mom. Any tasks that I might need.
Contact me if interested More

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