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.

$10–26/hr
Crowley, TX • 23 miles away

Sitter for a little princess

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 12:00am (flexible)

Little princess Arya is super easy to care for and very social. Just need help towards the end of the day and maybe some weekends

Light house work and preparer dinner for her.

Change her for bed time as well

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$20–30/hr
Alvarado, TX • 17 miles away

Occasional date night sitter for 4 boys

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our family consists of 4 boys. Our oldest is 7, our twins are 6 and the baby is about to be 3.
We would prefer someone that engages with the children, provides structure and cooks meals/snacks while under your care.
We are looking for a babysitter for occasional date nights, at least one time a month. More

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$10–29/hr
Venus, TX • 22 miles away

Weekly sitter for 1 infant.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Young couple with a newborn. Seeking a weekly only sitter. Both of us work the typical 8-5 schedule. Major holidays off. Currently sharing a vehicle but if we were to obtain another vehicle prior to start date. Hours may be slightly less.
Flexible if need specific days off, would like at least a 2... More

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$10–15/hr
Crowley, TX • 23 miles away

Occasional sitter for 4yr old with speech...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 5. I have 3 boys, 2 in school and one at home. I am a realtor who needs occasional help with my 4 year old.
Play, watch him for a few hours, he does not talk. So just being attentive with what he is asking for.
Every week varies. As some weeks I’ll need 2 different days off.... More

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$19–20/hr
Venus, TX • 22 miles away

Occasional Sitter in the Venus, TX,76084...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Law Enforcement Family looking for Occasional Sitter on alternating weeks for Thursdays and Saturdays with possibly more days and hours to follow.
Duties would be the Following:
- Feed Child (by using a Microwave, Toaster Oven, or Stove)
- Clean up Childs 11'X 17' Playroom (Vacuum and Organize... More

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$11–16/hr
Crowley, TX • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for one energetic...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Part-time sitter for one energetic toddlers and one 10 month old baby. Toddlers require play time, learning, training for toilet making his meal and going out to event or park and Same for 10month old. Mum might have a date night or events on the weekends need babysitter for weekends and week days... More

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$10–19/hr
Crowley, TX • 23 miles away

Part- time sitter for one energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a small family of three.My son (Sherekhan), my frenchie dog (Boss), and myself.
I will need light house keeping. Make sure the dog is let out to use the restroom. Play fun thinking games with my child.

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$20–24/hr
Venus, TX • 22 miles away

Need babysitter for Infant and a Toddler

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Toddler is 18m and requires attention, however, with the Infant just needs to be fed at his times specific way.

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$15–20/hr
Crowley, TX • 23 miles away

Monday through Thursday after school...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Married couple with 2 kids. The oldest attends the martial arts class that I teach. During this time frame is when I would need a sitter for my 2yo.
Watch my 2yo daughter for approximately 2 hours at a martial arts gym while I teach a class.
Mon through Thursday in Burleson

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$13–16/hr
Alvarado, TX • 17 miles away

Full time nanny for one toddler monday...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 7:00pm

My parents live with me so they are always around, you will never be alone. I dont want my toddler leaving the house. My husband is currently a stay at home dad so once he starts working again we will need a full time nanny.
Wake my toddler up, feed her, play with her. Put her down for her nap and... More

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$10–20/hr
Crowley, TX • 23 miles away

On Call Sitter for 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a 21 year old mommy of 1, I travel often randomly so I’m in need of a on call sitter!
Feed, watch, entertain, & clean her if needed. You will have all things provided for you!

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$19–23/hr
Burleson, TX • 20 miles away

Part time sitter for infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My name is Erin (mom), I’m a nurse who works 3 days a week and commutes to Dallas. Bryan (dad) works full time over the weekend (Friday-Sunday) and is a student. Baby sitting times are during his only in person class. We have two dogs Zoey and Zedd. Zoey is free range and will likely hangout with... More

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$16–20/hr
Cleburne, TX • 7 miles away

Part time sitter helping getting kids on...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Me and my brother just move here to Cleburne and looking for a sitter to watch over the kids for the time being. The kids age are 8, 5, and 6 two boys and a girl.

Just need some able to get them on the bus and off the bus from school. School starts at 745am and they get off around 3pm. We will be... More

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$15–16/hr
Burleson, TX • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for 3 month old.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 3:00pm

We are loving family of three with two cats.Our son is 3 months old…..
Take care of our son while Mom is scheduled to work in office (biweekly scheduled). Be willing to cook for our son once is is able to eat solid food. Activities will be planned out. More information will be given during the... More

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