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
Milwaukee, WI • 17 miles away

Mom of 3 boys, Looking for afterschool...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30am - 5:30am

I need after school help from 3-5pm week days, and some days off of school for my 3 independent fun active children. They like to be outside and play across the street at the park when its nice. There is also a library near by.
Pick up the kids from school (walking distance), help with homework and... More

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$19–23/hr
Menomonee Falls, WI • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter for the happiest 2 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 9:00pm (flexible)

We’re a fun, young, family of 3 (4 if you include our yellow lab, Macy). We have one son, Declan, who is 2 - and we’re expecting our second in February 2025.
We’re looking for a sitter for a weekly date night, as well as potential ad hoc needs throughout the week.

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$19–24/hr
Milwaukee, WI • 24 miles away

Part-time nanny for a fun 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

My husband and I are excited to look for a nanny to help take care of and love on our little 1 year old girl. We also have a fun loving 40lb black lab mix who will be around as well!
Looking for general care including: provide meals/snacks, play/sing/craft/read etc, nap time, feed dog, take dog... More

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$18–20/hr
Cedarburg, WI • 6 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 sweet and fun...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We have two littles looking for care for a couple of months. 2 year old funny sweet boy and 1 year old sweet little girl

Help around the house and play with the kids. Light house cleaning and running errands

We live close to downtown cedarburg and would be flexible for you to do... More

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$17–22/hr
Milwaukee, WI • 17 miles away

Occasional sitter needed for outgoing 5...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi, we are a small family that is looking for an attentive, fun, kind sitter. All meals and snacks will be prepared already. Mostly nights 1-2x a month but day care may be discussed. Driving isn’t necessary but preferred. My daughter loves all outdoors activities, arts and crafts and everything... More

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$17–21/hr
Waukesha, WI • 21 miles away

2 sweet, goofy, loving boys!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

Seeking a morning nanny to take my two boys to school in the morning! My work schedule alternates, so I will need care when I leave for work at 5:30 until they need to be at school at 8:00! Please text me if you would like more information!

We need someone to care for the boys and drive them to... More

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$10–13/hr
Germantown, WI • 7 miles away

Casual sitter for nine year old son

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, looking for a sitter to help with date night and sometime overnights during travel.
I need someone to make sure he is cared for, feed and play games with him sometimes. Be a great a role model.
Germantown WI, in home care. I would be open to bringing him to you if you are a consistent sitter.... More

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$18–22/hr
Hubertus, WI • 7 miles away

Part time sitter for little baby girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our baby girl was born in October and we’re looking for a part time babysitter to occasionally take her of her. Someone with experience of at least 5 years with other kids, willing to give references from previous experiences.

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$18–22/hr
Milwaukee, WI • 17 miles away

Occasional sitter for one 5 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I are looking for an occasionally sitter for our date nights two nights a month for approximately 4-6 hours.

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$23–25/hr
Brookfield, WI • 18 miles away

caring and energetic sitter needed.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 12:30pm (flexible)

Hi, we live in Brookfield WI. I have two boys , 2 and6. I need help with driving my older one to school and then help with keeping young one happy and entertained. i also need help in cutting vegetables, doing dishes and laundry.
I need help with driving my older one to school and then help with... More

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$18–22/hr
Milwaukee, WI • 22 miles away

Extra set of hands needed for 3 kids

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for someone who can help drive kids to and from school and to and from after-school activities. Help with light housekeeping would also be helpful.

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$18–22/hr
Waukesha, WI • 22 miles away

Drive 2 Sweet Boys to Daycare!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Two sweet, loving, and funny boys age three and five. Both are potty trained.
We just need a ride to school in the morning. I work at 6am and our daycare does not open until 6:30.
I will be located near Waukesha, WI and the boys go to school in Watertown, WI. Please text if you are interested!

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$16–19/hr
Germantown, WI • 7 miles away

Afternoon help needed in Germantown

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for part time help with our 5yr old son and 3yr old daughter during the weekdays (1130a to 530p) and on occasional Saturday nights. We are an active family who loves being outside! Let me know if you’re interested and we can chat!

Childcare
Food prep
Cook simple meals
Clean up... More

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$12–18/hr
Brookfield, WI • 18 miles away

Occasional sitter for 3 middle/older...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We are a fantastic family of 4 with 3 sweet kiddos. Wren is 12 and loves volleyball, art, and spending time with friends. Claire is 11 and enjoys art, playing with friends, and volleyball. James is 9 and is into anything active and video games. We all love the outdoors, board games, and... More

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