$19–21/hr
Lakewood, WA • 17 miles away

Seeking an energetic nanny for 2 great and...

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We’re a family of 4. We’re also expecting another one on the way. Our kids are ages 4 and 8. We like to have quality family time everyday and make time to prep fresh and healthy meals. We believe in having a tidy, clean house. I like to keep kids engaged in activities that will help them develop new... More

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$20–30/hr
Bellevue, WA • 21 miles away

Part-time evening sitter with flexible hours

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

Looking for an evening household helper/babysitter for our family of 2 adults and 2 kids (aged 7 and almost 3) starting February to help out with the evening routine of dinner/bedtime. Responsibilities are mainly helping out with kids dinner and cleanup, playing with them, and getting them ready for... More

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$22–25/hr
Kent, WA • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for sweet and silly toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

We are working parents to a 2 year old who loves animals, music, drawing mermaids, and pretending to make coffee in her play kitchen. We also have a gentle senior cat who mostly keeps to himself.
Seeking a fun nanny to keep our toddler company and assist with toilet training. Afternoons typically... More

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$27–31/hr
Seattle, WA • 17 miles away

Part time care for energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for part time care for our energetic 3 year old.He loves to play learn and be outside.
I would love a sitter to explore learn with my child. Read books and just have fun!
Montlake

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$25–28/hr
Seattle, WA • 19 miles away

Seeking an occasional babysitter for our 5...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We’re are a single family in Ballard/Sunset Hill looking for an occasional babysitter for our 5 year old M-F after 2:45pm.

We’re looking for a caring and responsible after-school babysitter for our 5-year old son an occasional basis. We’re located in Ballard/Sunset Hill. The days and times we... More

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$22–28/hr
Seattle, WA • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 happy kids, dog is...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a happy family of 4 with 2 little kids. Just need a little extra help because my mother in law recently passed away and she was my wife’s #1 helper. We still have not completed adjusted to that change and I work full time and sometimes travel.
Just take care of the kids. 4 year old is potty... More

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$25/hr
Mercer Island, WA • 15 miles away

Early morning before school care - Mercer...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 9:00am

Our kids (3 and 5) go to the same school, parents work early from home. We need someone to be there when they wake up, get them ready for school, give them breakfast, pack their lunch and drive them to school (10 minutes drive)

Be gentle with the kids when they wake up, play with them for a bit,... More

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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Seeking an energetic nanny for 2 great and...

Seeking an energetic nanny for 2 great and...

Part-time evening sitter with flexible hours

Part-time evening sitter with flexible hours

Part-time sitter for sweet and silly toddler

Part-time sitter for sweet and silly toddler

Part time care for energetic toddler

Part time care for energetic toddler

Seeking an occasional babysitter for our 5...

Seeking an occasional babysitter for our 5...

Part time sitter for 2 happy kids, dog is...

Part time sitter for 2 happy kids, dog is...

Early morning before school care - Mercer...

Early morning before school care - Mercer...

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

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How do babysitters find jobs?

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