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.

$10–14/hr
Hooper, UT • 9 miles away

Date night sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 01/16

4:30pm - 10:30pm (flexible)

Hi! Looking for a date night sitter in my home located near Roy! Looking to find someone that periodically can be available so we can continue having nights out in the future. For now I’m looking for someone on Jan 16th from about 430p-10:30p! One child 6yrs. We do have a cat so must be comfortable... More

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$20–29/hr
Eden, UT • 21 miles away

New Years Eve help with 3 sweet boys

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/31 - 01/01

5:00pm - 1:00am (flexible)

Hi, we are in town for the holiday and hopeful to find a babysitter to help us on New Year’s Eve with our sweet energetic crew. Thank you!

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$18–22/hr
Kaysville, UT • 4 miles away

Part-time sitter for a toddler and young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

In need of a sitter once a week on mondays from 8-4:30. I have an 18 month old and a 5 year old. The 5 year old has preschool from 9:30-12 pm that he gets dropped off at and picked up by us. We also have 2 dogs that need to be let out multiple times a day. We have a large backyard and family... More

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$17–36/hr
Roy, UT • 8 miles away

Part Time sitter for our daughter!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a military family with no other family members in the same state so we could use the extra help with someone watching our child twice a week for just a few hours.
We are looking for someone to watch our daughter for a couple hours at a time. This would include giving her a snack if she wanted... More

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$11–20/hr
Bountiful, UT • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for and energetic and fun...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I work from home most days but have random days and nights we have to be on site for work.
Stay at home with our daughter and play with her, do educational games with her and get her snacks and meals when hungry.
Our schedule is random but usually have at least24-48 hours notice for... More

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$18–24/hr
Salt Lake City, UT • 24 miles away

Regular part-time sitter for two amazing...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

We have a 1 year old boy and almost 4 year old girl. We are looking for a sitter to come regularly while I (mom) work from home as a mental health therapist.
Prepare a snack and play with the kids when they get up from afternoon naps.

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$17–21/hr
Ogden, UT • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for a one year old for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of three, me my husband and Jayden, hopefully adding more to the bunch

For the first while it will be date night and appointments, later on I’ll need a few days a week

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$18–24/hr
Salt Lake City, UT • 22 miles away

Regular sitter for one energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

We are a family of 3 (mom, dad and a 2.5 year old toddler) with one on the way! We are looking for someone to help out 2-3 times a week for now with an increase to 5-7 times a week after the baby comes (in mid-late March).
We are looking for occasional help with our 2 year old son while we are at... More

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$15–20/hr
North Salt Lake, UT • 16 miles away

Tues/Thurs Nanny for 5-month-old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

I'm a new mom with a 2 month old. She will be 5 months by the time I return to work. I work a hybrid schedule and will be in-office on Tuesdays and work-from-home Thursdays
I would need you to care for my baby while I am working-feeding, playing, changing diapers, and putting down for naps.
I would... More

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$20–24/hr
Salt Lake City, UT • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for one first-grader

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Hi! We have two kids but only need to find a nanny or babysitter for one. My son is a six-year-old first grader who needs to be picked up on Thursdays (2:30pm) and Fridays (1:00pm) -- the form didn't let me pick differing times. He is level 1 autistic (think Asbergers) so he needs patience in... More

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$17–28/hr
Salt Lake City, UT • 18 miles away

Part time baby sitter for 2 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

We are a young family looking for some extra support in our daily lives
Mainly watching our son with some light housekeeping - helping his mother during the day to stay organized around the house

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$20–24/hr
Centerville, UT • 12 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic boys!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

2 playful boys! Age 8 & 6. Need help occasionally so mom can have a day or night out.

Boys are very sweet and playful. Occasional snacks and bed time. Watching movies, etc

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$16–20/hr
Layton, UT • Less than a mile

Occasional Sitter for two sweet little ones

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi I'm Jennie! I Have a 6 month old boy and 2 year old girl. They are really well behaved just need a nanny for occasional sitting for when I have to go into work. I work from home and my husband works full time but I have to go in occasionally. And maybe a date night every once and a while.
Usually... More

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$18–20/hr
Salt Lake City, UT • 24 miles away

Afterschool Care

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

We're looking for a friendly, responsible, and energetic afterschool nanny to care for two siblings and their friend, who all go to the same elementary school.

Your main tasks include picking them up from school, driving or walking them home, preparing snacks, and helping with crafts and... More

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