Find a Babysitting Job in Twin Lakes, WI

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.

Search for jobs, message families, and build a career you love—all for free

JOIN NOW

$14–18/hr
Union Grove, WI • 17 miles away

occasional sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there! This is more of an as needed gig. I have a vacation planned for January 6th through the 13t and looking for someone who can get my son ready for school pack a lunch and just drop him off then pick him up. After school my mom will be home to take over then if it goes well I’m always looking... More

See Full Job Details

$20–29/hr
Libertyville, IL • 22 miles away

Sitter needed for 2 fun and energetic girls

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We're looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our two daughters (6 and 3) on an occasional basis. This would include helping out so we can enjoy a night out or focus on tasks around the house without distraction. If you're dependable and enjoy spending time with kids, we'd love to hear from you! More

See Full Job Details

$10–28/hr
Antioch, IL • 8 miles away

Virtual Job

Antioch Weekly Part-time Sitter / 3 Nights...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

Tuesday's 2pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday's & Thursday's 7pm - 8:30pm
3 year old girl, 6 year old boy and 9 year old girl.
Antioch, Illinois
We need someone to watch the children while we're getting ready for and returning from work. We are looking for someone who can help feed the kids dinner and get... More

See Full Job Details

$10–20/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 20 miles away

After school care

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I’m looking for an after school sitter, 3:45-4:20 Monday through Friday

Supervision of my two boys until I get home from work. Tasks would include homework supervision

See Full Job Details

$20–21/hr
Grayslake, IL • 17 miles away

Sitter needed for 2 great kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 4:00pm (flexible)

7 and 8 year old girl and a boy the are self sufficient great kids . Looking for a sitter to pick them up from school .

Looking for someone to pick the kids up from school and stay with them till I get home from work .

See Full Job Details

$15–25/hr
Libertyville, IL • 22 miles away

Occasional sitter for infant/toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Seeking a sitter who has experience working with infants to watch an 11-month-old occasionally. Hours needed will primarily be nights and weekends. We have a large, friendly dog - so comfortability with dogs is a must!

CPR and first aid training are much appreciated!

See Full Job Details

$10–25/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 20 miles away

Before school care

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m in need of a backup sitter for my 9 year old son. Hours are 7:00-8:15 when the bus arrives

He will need supervision brushing his teeth and needs to read out loud for 30 minutes until the bus arrives at 8:15

See Full Job Details

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?

Babysitting jobs in your area

Top cities

Atlanta Austin Baltimore Boston Charlotte Chicago Cleveland Columbus Dallas Denver Detroit Hartford Houston Los Angeles Miami Minneapolis New York City Philadelphia Phoenix Portland San Diego San Francisco Seattle Tampa Washington D.C.

By state

Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut District of Columbia Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Missisippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming

Find a Babysitting Job in Twin Lakes, WI

Refine Results

Other Care Types

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?

Babysitting jobs in your area

Top cities

By state