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.

$10–15/hr
Racine, WI • 12 miles away

Part time sitter for 1 child

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I work 3 days a week and need a babysitter asap.Please contact me for more info if you’re interested.

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$10–22/hr
Salem, WI • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for two sweet, funny and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

I have two daughters one that’s in school that will need to be dropped off and picked up school is right across the street from me

I work swing shifts so would need flexibility for the three days I need them and on Thursdays would need oldest dropped at school and youngest dropped off at dads

I... More

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$15–18/hr
Racine, WI • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter for 1 comical and crazy...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We have 1 very sweet and comical 2 year old that will keep you on your toes!
I will need someone to prepare dinner and get my child prepared for bed
Mondays and possibly occasional date night sitter!

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$20–24/hr
Waukegan, IL • 12 miles away

Sitter needed ASAP

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 11:30pm (flexible)

Hello,
This family consists of a mom that works a busy schedule as a nurse and a son that is 10 years of age
Pick up from after school program by 6pm latest and help with homework. The after school program is 10 minutes from home.Child needs to be fed and put into bed by 9pm latest

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$16–23/hr
Lake Villa, IL • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

The oldest is 11 with ODD, will need someone that understands and has patience.
The youngest is 7 and full of energy.
Will need from time to time after school on weekends not a set schedule. Will be able to provide you with plenty of notice when needed to fit into your schedule.
We live in... More

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$18–22/hr
Racine, WI • 12 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single dad of two kids 7 and 8 one is special needs my daughter she is still in pull-ups so she will need to be changed
Watch the kids interact with them give them their snack, dinner will already be cooked so you don't have to worry about that

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$20–24/hr
Mundelein, IL • 23 miles away

Parttime sitter Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

Looking for an experienced sitter to watch a 6 year old and 10 year old after school 3 days a week.

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$18–25/hr
Lake Forest, IL • 23 miles away

Saturday morning sitter for three kids

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 11:30am (flexible)

Our 5.5, 3.5, and 1.5 year olds love to be outside and play games. They like visiting new playgrounds and going to the local library.

We are looking for a high energy and compassionate sitter for Saturday mornings to play with our three kids.

Because we live in Lake Forest, being able to drive... More

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$20–24/hr
Mundelein, IL • 23 miles away

Part time sitters for two sweet toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 3:00pm

Hello,

My family is looking for a sitter from 11am- 12pm. We would like this person daily Monday - Friday to pick up girls off school bus and for them to be taken to a preschool enrichment program. My kids are sweet 3 year old twin girls. They are very girly and love exploring and... More

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Part-time sitter for 1 comical and crazy...

Sitter needed ASAP

Sitter needed ASAP

Part-time sitter for two energetic boys

Part-time sitter for two energetic boys

Part time sitter for two energetic kids

Part time sitter for two energetic kids

Parttime sitter Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays

Parttime sitter Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays

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Saturday morning sitter for three kids

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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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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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