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.

$21–25/hr
Chula Vista, CA • 2 miles away

Occasional sitter for large family! We...

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a large family looking for an occasional sitter for date nights. We do have a lot of kids but our kids are well behaved and we just are looking for someone we can book without having to ask family for favors and it seems like everyone is always too busy. We don’t go out much but we do need it... More

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$22–24/hr
San Diego, CA • 17 miles away

Part tine sitter for a sweet 5 years old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Hi we are a family of 3 just my son, my dog and me. We are simple and fun, we like positive people and honest people.
Pick up my son from school and take him to his clases and then home. Prepare some food and supervise and play with him.

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$10–16/hr
San Diego, CA • 9 miles away

Looking for a day/night time sitter for a...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Phoenix is one years old, very advanced, can count and talks. He is energetic and likes his space. We are a dual military family looking for a day night/day nanny

Basic needs, care for the baby, keep the schedule and the play area clean when baby is napping

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$15–18/hr
San Diego, CA • 21 miles away

Sweet Beautiful 6 month old girl needing a...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

French bulldog and 6 month old baby girl. Just moved from Utah and need a little help

Sitter must be able to feed baby, change diapers, and take Frenchie out to use bathroom

Schedule will be sporadic. Maybe 2-3 times/week

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$30–50/hr
San Diego, CA • 5 miles away

Sweet San Diego Family Seeking an...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

Brought to you by Family Concierge: A sweet San Diego father is looking for a driving caregiver for his 8-year-old son. The driver will be responsible for picking him up in North Park between 7:45 am - and 8:15 am and dropping him off at school in Poway. He will also need after-school pickup at 3 pm... More

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$15–18/hr
San Diego, CA • 6 miles away

Occasional sitter - daytime and evenings

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Katya and Matt are looking for an occasional sitter for baby Sasha (7 months). We live in a 2 BR apartment in Little Italy.

Seeking standard infant care, mainly feeding and play :). Initially we will be home (both parents work from home) but once comfortable would leave the sitter with the baby. More

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$25–32/hr
La Jolla, CA • 15 miles away

Fun part-time nanny for an active toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 12:30pm (flexible)

Hi! We are a family of 5, plus 2 dogs. We have a 16 year old daughter, 7 year old son, and a 20 month old daughter. The care would be for the 20 month old. We are a busy, active family who loves being outdoors, having fun, and spending time together.

We are looking for a super FUN, ENGAGING,... More

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$16–22/hr
San Diego, CA • 21 miles away

Mother helper for household help and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

we are looking for help all 5 days of week , for 2-4 hours a day and flexible on start time. preference is 1-5pm and work includes, help with kitchen work, laundry , pickup a kid and drivig to class as needed

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$21–24/hr
San Diego, CA • 7 miles away

Ongoing part-time sitter for an energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 7:30pm

We are a caring, loving, and friendly family- communication is important to us. We follow positive discipline and conscious parenting with our daughter. We have two cats. Our daughter is very energetic and imaginative. She loves crafts, being outside, dancing, playing pretend, going to the park,... More

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$18–22/hr
San Diego, CA • 7 miles away

Military member looking for part time...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single father looking for part time nanny. Open to flexible schedules pending work schedule.

Playtime, preparing meals, light house work, maybe bedtime and learning.

North Park area.

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$18–22/hr
La Jolla, CA • 15 miles away

Part time sitter for two sweet toddlers,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

I have two children, 2 years old and 3 years old, and we have two dogs.
Right now I am looking for a sitter to watch the kids for a few hours at a time for appointments or date night's, which might include meals/ snacks/ bedtime depending on the time of day. I am currently on a leave of absence... More

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$22–26/hr
San Diego, CA • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for a toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are seeking a sitter to assist our family. Ashlynn is a 20-month-old who communicates using sign language. We have a well-behaved 2-year-old standard poodle named Jax. We need someone reliable and experienced in caring for young children and comfortable with pets. Flexible hours/ some nights.... More

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$17–25/hr
San Diego, CA • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for a calm baby in 92131

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Safety, playtime, floor cleaning, dinner prep/feeding/cleanups, baby laundry, diaper changing, bathing, toy washing, play mat/play pen wiping, baby bottles/dishes/utensils/pacifier cleaning and sanitizing

Applicant to provide consent to Trustline’s background checks
Applicant to provide proof... More

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$18–25/hr
San Diego, CA • 15 miles away

Part-time occasional sitter for 5-yr-old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 3 living in the UTC area, both parents work full-time, 5-yr-old boy Kai goes to UTK during the day. We also have a friendly dog (Shiba inu).

Looking for someone to play with Kai after school until dinner time, provide snack when needed. Kai loves to swim, play with vehicles, Minecraft,... More

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