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.

$15–20/hr
Puyallup, WA • 24 miles away

Mommy’s helper

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 5:30pm

I need a baby sitter that could take my daughter to and from daycare during the week and also someone that can take me to Work as well, in which will also be compensated due to me not having a vehicle at the moment, would be greatly apprecoated

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$10–18/hr
Lacey, WA • Less than a mile

Part-time sitter to 2 toddlers for 4 weeks.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Boyfriend has two toddlers that are 3 & 4 and we are needing a temporary babysitter for 4 consecutive weeks from 8am to 5pm.

I’m unsure if the app only allows babysitting in our own home, but we are looking for babysitting in the babysitters home. All snacks, meals and any extras will be provided... More

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$23–27/hr
Tacoma, WA • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for 7 month old twins.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi my name is Michael,
Me and my wife have 7 month old twin girls. We are looking for someone who can help with them for a few hours some days. We can work out a schedule once we find the right person.
Be familiar with the needs and schedule of 7 month olds. Includes feeding, stroller walk,burping,... More

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$19–21/hr
Lakewood, WA • 16 miles away

Need a regular babysitter for 2 sweet and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We’re a family of 4. We love to have the house tidy and be outdoors. I like to keep kids engaged in activities and help them develop new skills. We like fresh, healthy meals. I would like someone who can be like an assistant to me.

I would expect the sitter to be able to do laundry, do the... More

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$10–11/hr
Tacoma, WA • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for one wild toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Mostly be watching my toddler my daughter will mostly be at school there will be other people in the house but I just want my son to get used to youso we can have you more often
I need the sitter to take good care of my toddler and to make food for him and laundry please

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$20–31/hr
Lakewood, WA • 16 miles away

Baby sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 8:00pm (flexible)

A nice family of four looking for an amazing nanny for our kids. We want someone who loves kids and animals.
A nice family of four looking for an amazing nanny for our kids. We want someone who loves kids and animals.

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$10–21/hr
Tacoma, WA • 12 miles away

Last minute childcare needed for two year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our childcare fell through for the week and we need care for our two year old daughter monday-Thursday from 7:00am to 5:00pm on base.

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$10–19/hr
Tacoma, WA • 23 miles away

Part time sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Two fun and loving kids who love to play outside and get creative Ages 6 and 8.
Driving kids to and from school. LIGHT house cleaning and homework help.
Puyallup area

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$10–12/hr
Lakewood, WA • 14 miles away

Sitter for a autistic child

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello I am from Columbus Georgia. It is just me and my daughter as a whole. I am in school right now.
I need a sitter to watch my autistic daughter while I work or run errands.

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$22–26/hr
Puyallup, WA • 24 miles away

Part time sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Full time working mother in need of care for the 2 children. After school
After school care. Light meal prep. Kids are well behaved and respectful

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$23–35/hr
Gig Harbor, WA • 20 miles away

Part time Sitter for 2 great, low...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single father, 2 children ages 8 & 10. I work as an emergency physician I occasionally need childcare on days, nights, weekends when my work committments conflict with my days I have my kids.
The kids are pretty reliable, they know what they need to do. They would need food prepared,... More

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$23–27/hr
Tacoma, WA • 23 miles away

Occasional sitter for two chill kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! I’m a single mom with a son Finley 7, and daughter Juniper 5. We have a very sweet dog huckleberry. I work nights and occasionally need a babysitter, sometimes as late as 11-12. Or the occasional evening out. We’re excited to meet you?

Typically we will need help with dinner and bedtime.... More

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$15/hr
Tacoma, WA • 12 miles away

Long term overnight sitter for a 2-yr old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00pm

Miitary Family on JBLM looking for a long term babysitter for a 2-yr old toddler!

Will need someone to babysit our son from 6pm to 8am (overnight).
Feed my son dinner.
Playtime. Learning activities.
Bedtime at 10pm.

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$15–20/hr
Gig Harbor, WA • 25 miles away

Occasional Sitter for smart and funny 9...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single mom with a bright 9 year old girl with food allergies.

Looking for an occasional date night / event sitter. Sitter may need to prepare dinner/snacks although they would most likely be ready upon arrival.

I would prefer to have sitter come to my apartment.

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What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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