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
Gurnee, IL • 17 miles away

Looking for a part-time child caregiver...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 7:00pm

Looking for someone who loves being outside and willing to bring kids to the park and the water park in Gurnee
We are a loving family. We are looking for someone who can be flexible with our crazy busy schedule. Our children are extremely well-behaved and loving to everyone.

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$15–20/hr
Racine, WI • 24 miles away

Occasional Sitter for Infant Son

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We're new parents and would like to hire a babysitter for monthly date nights and occasional help when one of us is traveling for work.

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$10–11/hr
Wadsworth, IL • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for one energetic 19...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a loving family of three. Looking to hire a sitter who is willing to work 3 days a week depending on mother's work schedule from 5PM-8:30AM.
Looking for a sitter who is playful and caring to care for our 19 month old son. Basic care includes - is feeding him dinner, changing diapers, and... More

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$20–24/hr
Libertyville, IL • 21 miles away

Part-time driver and nanny for energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

Busy WFH family in Libertyville with a regular nanny Monday-Wednesday is looking for a long-term, part-time sitter. Child is 2 years old. Position is not suitable for those only seeking summer employment.

Required hours: Thursdays 8 AM-5 PM. Fridays 8 AM-afternoon (Flexible). Flexible start... More

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$15–30/hr
North Chicago, IL • 22 miles away

On-Call Sitter for Short Notice Jobs

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! I'm a single father, looking for assistance with my two young boys. They are 6 & 11. I'm a Law Enforcement Officer and my schedule can be fluid at times. Usually, when I get stuck doing mandatory overtime or if I get relieved late.
I would like to have a sitter on standby for last... More

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$17–18/hr
Mundelein, IL • 20 miles away

Er Weekend sitter for 3 busy babies

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 8:30pm

I am currently separated from my husband. I am a server at Buffalo Wild Wings and I have a 3-year-old son on a 2 year old and a 1-year-old daughter
Change diapers prepare meals play and interactAlso teach my son to use the toilet and get him out of Pull-Ups
I am located in Mundelein Illinois. My... More

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$19–30/hr
Barrington, IL • 25 miles away

Loving family looking for help

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a loving family of 6. 4 children ages range from 5-15, we live in BraymoreHills division of Inverness.
Child care for our younger boys (5,6).play games with them and prepare meals for them as needed.

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$19–26/hr
Lake Villa, IL • 11 miles away

Part time sister for date nights and work...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 4, with one toddler who is full of energy and likes to play a lot.
Maybe prep some snacks and dinner for the kiddo and make sure to follow bath and sleep time routine

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$12–20/hr
Kenosha, WI • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a date night babysitter for our two young boys,3.5 years and soon to be 2 year old. They are full of energy and love playing outside!
Play with the boys, take them on walks, prepare meals/snacks, get them ready for bed and read with them.
Looking for a regular babysitter for date... More

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$12–15/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 23 miles away

Part time to 1.5 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 2:00pm

Seeking summer time care from home for my 1.5 year old. We have pets that will be put away during your stay. Start 6/1 End 6/21.

Engage and have fun! We are a zero screen-time household so I ask for phones to be put away during your time with us.
Go on a morning stroll through neighborhood.
Cleanup... More

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$15–18/hr
Gurnee, IL • 17 miles away

Looking for an Sitter to pick up from camp...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

We are a 2 house hold family of 5, Michael and I both work full time. We have 3 lovely children, twin boys who are 7 and a daughter who is 11.

We are looking for someone to pickup the kids from camp in Northbrook at 2:30 and watch them until one of us gets home from work.

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$17–22/hr
Gurnee, IL • 17 miles away

Occasional Sitter for Date Nights and Work...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a sitter to support occasional date nights, support for days when there is work travel and we need transportation to school, or in situations where we need to be in 2 places at once.

Our son, 9 (June 2024), is someone who loves to play with tractors, trucks, and all things... More

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$12–15/hr
Kenosha, WI • 15 miles away

Part time nanny for my son and daughter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a nanny/sitter for my 10 year old son and 9 year old daughter.

Watch the kiddos while I go to work and then bring them to school. Also, once school is done watch them during the day as well.

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$10–14/hr
Round Lake, IL • 14 miles away

Need sitter 3 days a week (Tuesday to...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for sitter to look after 1 year old kid & on vacation time 6 year old as well

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