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
Southmayd, TX • 5 miles away

Part time sitter for a newborn and toddler

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a California family wife is a RBT and I am a patient Care Tech.
Just watch the kids when needed and light cleaning around the house if possible.

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$18–22/hr
Anna, TX • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for 5&7 yo boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single father with 2 sons (5 & 7) and 2 female dogs I am a disabled combat veteran, I only work weekends for now and need help watching them every other weekend.
Just be at my house and make sure the boys don't get hurt or do something they are not allowed from 12:30 to about 9pm in the evening,... More

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$11–14/hr
Tioga, TX • 19 miles away

4 day sitter needed for toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for babysitter to watch toddler during day. willing to drop off if local.

I only work 4 days a week but it alternates between Mondays and Fridays so only needed 4 days a week.
Just watch him, make his food, play with him, teach different things. No cleaning or house keeping required as it... More

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$13–14/hr
Anna, TX • 21 miles away

Working full time and in need of a great...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello, I am looking for a reliable trustworthy professional person to assist with my children while I work 5 Days a week.

Watch the children while I’m working.
Prep meals snacks
Help with homework if any.

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$16–18/hr
Anna, TX • 21 miles away

Part-time Summer Help Needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 5:00pm

Single mom with two boys in Anna. I need a part-time sitter for 2-3 days per week to take the boys to various summer camps around 8:30am, pick them up between 12-1 and then keep them at the house until 5

Driving to and from camps, meals, and standard babysitting once home, 2-3 days per... More

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$10–17/hr
Sherman, TX • 2 miles away

Part time sitter for occasional date...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Hello, we are looking for a sitter to be able to watch both the kids for occasional date nights twice a month and hopefully if we find one we like we would like a full time nanny in the future.

I would like someone to spend time with them and do activities. No screen time just arts and crafts maybe... More

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$10–14/hr
Anna, TX • 21 miles away

Looking for a sitter for date nights and...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello, my family and I recently moved to the Anna area and is looking for a reliable,honest, and trustworthy sitter for long term.

Ensure the kids are in bed at their scheduled bedtime. Please be active and engaged.

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$17–18/hr
Celina, TX • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for a 6 week old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 1:30pm

I have a 6 week old, her name is Evie. I just need help with watching her when I book clients for my company
Just feed evie and put her back to sleep. Then keep an eye on her until she wakes up again to eat.

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$10–15/hr
Anna, TX • 21 miles away

Summer Sitter Needed for 2 School Age Boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Single mom with two boys that need a summer sitter to take back and forth between camps and supervise during hours at home. We do have 2 dogs that will need to go in and out during the day as well.

Hours will vary and we will have sporadic vacations but usually Monday through Friday throughout the... More

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$15–20/hr
Celina, TX • 22 miles away

Full time sitter and tutor for my 5 years old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 7:00pm

We are a family of 3 trying our best to make our daughter happy and satisfied. We care a lot about her and we want the best for her.
1-Drive the kid to school, activities
2- Take the mom to run errands Or help with errands if needed
3- Do light housekeeping when kid is busy like organizing,... More

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$10–13/hr
Denison, TX • 9 miles away

Part time sitter for baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

Busy parents who have one child in day care and the other stays home, we alternate working from home so could use the help with the baby on work from home days.

Feed, entertain, and watch baby. Potentially keep tidy and help with dog

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$13–15/hr
Anna, TX • 21 miles away

Part time mommy’s right hand with 3 kiddos...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Big happy Mexican family, love to go outdoors & having fun! We love physical activities!

Help mom around since she’s pregnant with baby #4. And hoping sitter will become family ❤️

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$16–18/hr
Celina, TX • 22 miles away

Part-Time sitter for 17 month old toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! My husband and I work remote and are looking for help to care for and have fun with our sweet and silly, energetic 17 month old toddler minimum 2-4 times a week for 5 hours a day. Someone that can be flexible with their schedule and is okay with cats.

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$12–16/hr
Pottsboro, TX • 9 miles away

Looking for a sitter for my 2 year old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

Hi! I have a pretty low maintenance two year old girl! We are looking for someone to watch her in the mornings a few days a week. She is pretty self sufficient but will need help using the potty and with snacks. We have one weeny dog who does really well with her, if not comfortable with Animals he... More

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