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.

$10–13/hr
Oklahoma City, OK • 18 miles away

Occasional sitter for the chillest 2 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My little man is 2 and his name is Zayn. He’s the chillest of the chill. He enjoys playing and being tickled. He also loves a good book (especially if you read it 3 times in a row). He’s goofy and has a big personality for a little guy. Guaranteed to melt your heart. ?

Mostly looking for care... More

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$11–14/hr
Oklahoma City, OK • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for a 3 yr old and a 6yr...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Small family, i have a 6 yr old daughter that refers to herself as the Queen. And a 3 yr old son that is obsessed with his mama
Pick them up from daycare sometimes, or just watch them from home till i get off at 7:30
I live like a quarter of a mile from their daycare. So it’s really easy

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$12–18/hr
Oklahoma City, OK • 14 miles away

2 Kiddos- 5 and 2 years old

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our son Finn is 5 and just finished prek. Our daughter Blake will be 2 on June 22. They love attention, playing outside, and popsicles!

Show the kids attention, make a pretty easy dinner (air fryer is fine) possibly bath, and bedtime routine for both kids. Reading them books etc

We are not far... More

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$10–18/hr
Yukon, OK • 24 miles away

Nanny help with summer sports

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I need help getting my kids to their sports events, staying there with them, bringing them home, and meal prep afterwards. Meal prep will be simple as they are older kids. I need someone familiar with kids and not someone who will consider this an Uber role.

I will need the nanny to drive to our... More

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$10–19/hr
Yukon, OK • 24 miles away

Nanny for our children

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We are a family of seven looking for help with our children ages 10 and 7, 2 and our baby.

We would love a nanny for date nights. We also need care for military functions that may occur during the evening on work nights.

CPR certification is highly preferred. Background check is a must.... More

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$10–11/hr
Norman, OK • 23 miles away

Full time Spanish/bilingual sitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am

My name is Ashley, I have an 8 month old son who is the sweetest boy. He is currently learning to crawl and loves playing with his toys
Feed him breakfast and lunch and bottles in between. Play with him and change him. Spanish/bilingual preferably because I want him to know both languages
I will... More

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$10–15/hr
Oklahoma City, OK • 18 miles away

Part Time nanny needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are family of 3. We are laid back and respect your privacy as long as our baby is taken care of
Play, change diapers, engage the baby. Also, prepare meals as needed..

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$10–16/hr
Oklahoma City, OK • 7 miles away

Part time sitter for efficient kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Very active family 2 kids stetson is 5 and kynzlee is 9 who is in cheer
Light house work must be okay with big dogs and traveling with the kiddos
In a location with neighbor kids who my kids play with

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$10–15/hr
Harrah, OK • 11 miles away

Occasional date night sitter

6 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 3:00am (flexible)

Just needing an occasional parents night out you would just be sitting here kids will all be asleep for the most part

Just sit and listen for kiddos while they sleep may have to watch baby if he fight his sleep

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$20–25/hr
Oklahoma City, OK • 8 miles away

Part-time sitter for a fun 3 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

We are a family of three with two pups. Our 3 year old boy is a lot of fun! We currently have a sitter but she is headed home for the summer.

I want help on Sunday afternoons and two evenings a week - preferably 5:30-8:30pm. Right now we have a sitter Wednesday and Thursdays.

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$12–20/hr
Oklahoma City, OK • 19 miles away

PRN sitter for 1 energetic boy and 1...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Young family just looking for one sitter to have around occasionally while I work

Just care for my 8 month old child and occasionally for my step son that is over occasionally as well

I will occasionally need a sitter Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

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$10–17/hr
Oklahoma City, OK • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for energetic toddler and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm

We are looking for a regular sitter to watch our two kids. A 2.5 year old and an infant.
Part time. 2-3 days a week for 4-6 hours a day. Days may vary. Mom will be working from home.

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$16–20/hr
Oklahoma City, OK • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for an energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for someone honest and compassionate. Who will play with our kiddo.Read , dance and sing with him.
We need the sitter to engage with the toddler. Play , read, Sind ,dance and read.Be gentle , loving and responsible.

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$15–20/hr
Midwest City, OK • 9 miles away

Date Night Sitter (9yr old, 5,3,2,and 8...

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 9 yr old girl (Allie) who will be more of a help than you actually babysitting her. Now for my 3 boys (4 under 5) is another story. My 5 yr old (Eliah) has Autism Spectrum Disorder. The. There is Adrian (3) and Creed (2). The final team member of my starting 5 is Koi (8 months).
I was... More

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