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.

$18–22/hr
Midlothian, TX • 10 miles away

Weekend sitter for 3 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a typical fun, loving, energetic 3 year old who loves to play dress up, and play on her iPad. I am looking for someone who engages and interacts with her during their time together. I’d typically need someone available for date nights on the weekend (Friday-Sunday).

-Making sure dinner is... More

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$18–22/hr
Sunnyvale, TX • 23 miles away

Occasional sitter for 2 amazing kids!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 5 We have 3 children 1,6,8 yrs old. We live in Sunnyvale Texas.
I am looking for a sitter for Thursday May 23 for my younger 2 children from 5pm-10/10:30p My children go to by by 7:45pm. Would love help with some light laundry folding.
May 23, 2024 5-10:30pm

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$10–17/hr
Arlington, TX • 22 miles away

Looking for Nanny for 11 month old baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm

We are looking for baby sitter for my 11 month old baby. I work from home.
I work from home, so I can change diapers. I need someone to spend time with kid during my work hours and help with cutting veggies.

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$10–11/hr
Dallas, TX • 13 miles away

Just a mommy’s helper

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Just need during the day while I sleep cause kids will be out of school soon

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$11–14/hr
Midlothian, TX • 10 miles away

Occasional sitting for my one year-old son

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a single mom with my son Jayden. He just turned one this past May. He’s a really good boy and I he really likes to be held and he loves to watch Dora

What I need is occasional sitting for at least eight hours a day and during those eight hours, I’m gonna need a diaper change feedings every 2... More

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$18–19/hr
Cedar Hill, TX • 9 miles away

Summer sitter for two awesome boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm

Dad with 2 boys (5&8 years old) visiting for the summer. Well behaved kids
Sitter's primary duty is to keep the kids company so they are not alone and make sure they eat. Would prefer a Spanish speaker that can teach them Spanish
I live in Cedar Hill, TX. At work between 7am and 5pm 3 days a week

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$18–22/hr
Duncanville, TX • 11 miles away

Occasional Sitter for two energetic boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Heyyy, just moving to Dallas. Me and my husband are looking for an occasional baby sitter for date nights. We have two energetic boys!
Just looking for someone to help with dinner, and bedtime for date nights

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$19–23/hr
Dallas, TX • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for a 9yr.old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I need a sitter to take my daughter to school & assistance at 4p until 7p
Just take to school & sitter to come back at 4p & watch for my daughter until 7p

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$15–18/hr
Sunnyvale, TX • 23 miles away

Sitter with tutoring

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

Live with father, mother and 3 kids. Indian family. Kids age are 10,8&7. Need help with after school prepare/give food, help with reading,math and tutoring above the grade level.
Timing 4.15 -5.45. More explanation will be after seeing face to face.
Preferred someone with teaching experience/... More

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$13–16/hr
Dallas, TX • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for an imaginitive girl ?

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 4:00pm (flexible)

Hello!
I am a single mom to a beautiful soon to be 5 year old daughter who will be home for the summer! She is a super fun, talkative girl who loves to play and be outside.

We’re looking for someone who is up for movies, park days, and indoor play areas for fun while I am working. If needed, I... More

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$12–15/hr
Lancaster, TX • 5 miles away

Looking for an occasional sitter to work...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have one daughter her name is Ari she is 3 yrs old. I am a single mom in Texas with no family so i could use all the help i can get.

Someone to keep her company while I’m at work. To make sure she eats and doesn’t tear the house completely apart.

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$10–14/hr
Venus, TX • 18 miles away

Partime sitter for 2 awesome kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hey
From the Bruce family. We live in Mansfield and looking for help occasionally for baby sitters

Just need someone to be home for the kids. I have a 4 year old and 6 year old who are very highly independent.

Need afternoons and possibly nights when I’m gone

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$15–22/hr
Sunnyvale, TX • 23 miles away

Looking for part-time weekday sitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

Luke is three years old and easy to take care of. We live in Sunnyvale, TX.

We need sitters who can pick up Luke 1-4 days a week at daycare M-Thursday at 6pish, take him home and care for him until 8 or 9p. The daycare is 3 miles from our home in Sunnyvale.

We hope to find someone who will... More

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$18–22/hr
Dallas, TX • 16 miles away

Occasional Sitter for 3 awesome kiddos!

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have 3 kids. 1 toddler and two middle school students. Our oldest child is pretty independent and can stay home alone typically. The toddler and middle child will be the primary focus.
I am looking for an occasional baby sitter for date nights, help with childcare on sick days, and taking the... More

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