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.

$19–23/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 22 miles away

Caregiver needed for two children, pets,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for two children, ages toddler and elementary, starting on December 31, 2024, with some flexibility on the start date. The babysitter will engage with the children through play and activities, prepare healthy meals and snacks, and manage their... More

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$10–23/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 16 miles away

Looking for a night out baby sitter...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Just me and my loving 7 month old JacklynJames she’s really upbeat baby

Just some playing and feedings and bed time some times just looking for weekend week night sitter

Looking for someone reliable I had so many last minute cancellation last few times I’ve tried to find someone looking for... More

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$19–23/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 21 miles away

Drive and Care for One Middle Schooler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30am - 4:30am

We are seeking a responsible babysitter for our middle school child. The role starts on January 6, 2025, and runs from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The babysitter needs to have their own car and drive our child to activities if needed. The babysitter engages with our child during this... More

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$10–13/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 24 miles away

Baby sitter for two babies

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Indian family . Open minded. Middle class . Both parents working. So need help

Help with babies . Take care of them during day when parents go for job

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$19–23/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 15 miles away

Special Needs Attendant for Hire!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I’m a single mom. I work from home but I need help with both my kids. They do not go to school this year. Both of my kids are special needs with Autism. My daughter is 15 mildly verbal and my son is 14 high functioning. I have 3 dogs 2 old females that are very friendly and 1 large mix breed... More

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

Part time sitter for adorable four year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a newly single mom, looking for some help on Fridays. It will consist 5-8 hours
Just help with giving snacks, mak breakfast and or dinner. Light cleaning, just if he makes a small mess
I'm in Fort Worth. My son is non-verbal but super loving and affectionate. He can ask for things he wants and... More

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$12–19/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 16 miles away

Needing help with kids in evenings

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi my family is well behaved two boys one girl
Just needed after school care for a Few hours

Just help kids get ready for bed time some evenings and not much else !

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$19–23/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for 10 month old baby boy.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a military wife/nurse. My husband is in the army and often times our schedules collide. We have a little boy that is 10 months old. Everyone that meets him says he is such a happy baby. He loves his naps and wants to play all day. He is crawling pretty fast at this age and at any moment will be... More

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$15–20/hr
Newark, TX • 9 miles away

Temporary care for 9 month old baby

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My name is Josey, my husband Josh & I have been together for 7 years and married for 2. We have a 9 month old daughter named Elsie and an Aussie named Summer. We both work full time and are needing temporary care 1 day per week (Thursdays) until Elsie is able to start at her daycare in... More

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$18–22/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 22 miles away

Occasional Sitter for 3 Kiddos

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family Traverso, my husband and I are both US Army Veterans with 3 boys. We are in need of some occasional help to get a few nights to have date nights. We also have fur baby but he is easy going.
We would just mainly need someone sit with the kiddos and keep them entertain while we're out. Our 8... More

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$10–15/hr
Decatur, TX • 19 miles away

Babysitter for a sweet loving baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

Knox is a 10 month old happy little boy, he loves to play and snuggle.
Feeding, changing, and playing with Knox. Putting him down for naps, and loving on him

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$19–23/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 16 miles away

Weekend sitters for twin toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 11:00pm

Hey I have two twin boys Edward and Patrick they just turned 1 they r bedtime baby’s they go to bed at 730-8 in don’t wake back up they r super good n will be fed dinner n bathed in pajamas before you arrive
Just take great care of the kiddos there pretty easy kids to take care of
When your arriving... More

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$10–25/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 24 miles away

Nanny or Sitter for before/after school care

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I am a healthcare worker with a weekly-rotating schedule. I am seeking help with before/after school care for 2-3 days out of the week. I know, it is hard to accommodate, however I am DESPERATE for help! I have a sweet and outgoing 5yr old boy who is in kindergarten :)

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$14–20/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 20 miles away

Energetic Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am

I have a 3-year-old who is very energetic but is also really independent. He is potty trained and speaks most of his needs. I have a demanding job in which I operate commercial vehicles, so my schedule is really tight. The job function will require picking my child up from school between the time of... More

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