$20–24/hr
Chicago Park, CA • 23 miles away

Sitter for our friendly toddler while we...

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.

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/03

12:00pm - 5:00pm

Hi! We are Christi, Oliver, and Filippo. We had our lovely son Filippo (Pippo) in February 2023, so he is 15 months old old now. We are looking for a kind and fun baby sitter to look after him on an informal/ad hoc basis, while we are on vacation in Grass Valley area. He is an energetic and fun... More

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$16–17/hr
Smartsville, CA • 8 miles away

Occasional sitter needed to fill a gap in...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/03

12:00am - 9:00am

I have two grandchildren who will be 2 yrs and 4 yrs when services are needed.
The sitter will need to do light meal prep for breakfast and lunch, manage some daily toddler activities, and assist with toilet training.
I need a sitter for 2 days: July 3rd and July 8th 6:30am-3:30pm to fill in a gap... More

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$22–30/hr
Chicago Park, CA • 23 miles away

Bedtime help for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Two moms and a toddler. One works from home and the other is in EMS. Kiddo enjoys playing outside, story time, and snuggles.
I work from home a couple hours twice a weeks and need help with bedtime.
2 large dogs

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$16–19/hr
Grass Valley, CA • 19 miles away

Part Time Sitter to 1

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I am looking for someone to help me after school and some weeks fulltime in the summer.

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$10–12/hr
Camptonville, CA • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for energetic boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Family is fun and energetic with a lot of energy and creativity that’ll blow your mind

Looking for a sitter for my two boys oldest is on the spectrum but high functioning

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$10–12/hr
Camptonville, CA • 19 miles away

Full time sitter for two energetic boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

Hi I’m a single mom of two and one dog living in a multi family home looking for a sitter

I need a sitter who can watch my two boys make some snacks and meals and play outside

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$16–20/hr
Yuba City, CA • 22 miles away

Nanny for well behaved toddler needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

Family of 3 looking for a sitter on a regular basis to care for our 18 month old son
General care, entertainment for child. Must be okay washing some dishes and folding some laundry.

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$10–16/hr
Penn Valley, CA • 10 miles away

I am just I need of the little help to get...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello I am a single mother that works part time at the moment. My daughter and I love to enjoy anything outside. We try to be a very fun and happy family!

I am looking for someone to watch my daughter for date nights or for when I just need a day for myself!

I would only need a nanny/sitter... More

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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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Sitter for our friendly toddler while we...

Sitter for our friendly toddler while we...

Occasional sitter needed to fill a gap in...

Occasional sitter needed to fill a gap in...

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Bedtime help for one toddler

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Part Time Sitter to 1

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Part time sitter for energetic boys

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Full time sitter for two energetic boys

Nanny for well behaved toddler needed

Nanny for well behaved toddler needed

I am just I need of the little help to get...

I am just I need of the little help to get...

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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?

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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?

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