Frequently Asked Questions
How much per hour does Katie's Babysitting Charge?
One Child
Shifts are subject to discount if children are asleep. Discounts are subject to exemption based on location, time notified of booking, ages of children, and the duties of job. Every infant is an additional $20 on top of the flat rate for overnights. (Overnight prices are subject to change if the parent wishes for the sitter to stay awake)
$25 per hour for one child.
Overnight rate is $150 per night.
As always, Holidays are subject to change.
Two Children
Shifts are subject to discount if children are asleep. Discounts are subject to exemption based on location, time notified of booking, ages of children, and the duties of job. Every infant is an additional $20 on top of the flat rate for overnights. (Overnight prices are subject to change if the parent wishes for the sitter to stay awake)
$30 per hour for two children.
Overnight rate is $200 per night.
As always, Holidays are subject to change.
Three Children
Shifts are subject to discount if children are asleep. Discounts are subject to exemption based on location, time notified of booking, ages of children, and the duties of job. Every infant is an additional $20 on top of the flat rate for overnights. (Overnight prices are subject to change if the parent wishes for the sitter to stay awake)
$32 per hour for three children.
Overnight rate is $250 per night.
As always, Holidays are subject to change.
Four Children
Shifts are subject to discount if children are asleep. Discounts are subject to exemption based on location, time notified of booking, ages of children, and the duties of job. Every infant is an additional $20 on top of the flat rate for overnights. (Overnight prices are subject to change if the parent wishes for the sitter to stay awake)
$35 per hour for four children.
Overnight rate is $275 per night.
As always, Holidays are subject to change.
As always, Holidays are subject to change.
Prices are not finalized and are subject to change depending on age, hours, location, and quantity of children.
Welcome to contact me for further details.
What are the hours of operation?
Hours of operation vary. I am available 5 days a week, Monday-Friday 5am-5pm. I am available outside of these hours to accommodate families needs. It is not my preference although I do understand we all have requirements and need time out! I cannot always guarantee your time slot may be available. If I am already booked with another family, then I cannot accommodate your hours as well, unless both families choose to share the time.
Available most holidays
Could I have more information on parties?
I would be delighted to partake in your child's birthday festivities! Should you wish to engage my services for birthdays or events, I offer tailored rates specifically for birthday parties, that I will list below. Pricing varies upon the number of children requiring supervision. Even if childcare assistance is unnecessary, I would appreciate an invitation to see your child(ren) in a more relaxed setting beyond regular business hours. For events where a client may request the sitter for several children, in order to meet state licensing ratio requirements, a second sitter may needed to be called for assistance. Rates remain the same. Any sitter working for Katie's Babysitting is compensated directly by Katie, and not the family, For events where two families decide to “nanny share”, each family will pay their own rate.
-Party Package of 2-4 Children 2/3 hours : $160.00 Flat Rate
-Party Package 2-4 Children 4-6 hours : $ $275.00 Flat Rate
-Party Package 5-7 Children 2/3 hours : $280.00 Flat Rate
-Party Package 5-7 Children 4-6 hours : $500 Flat Rate
What ages do you sit for and how many children at once?
I have expertise in ages 1-10. I do have infant experience, but need some patience when first building a relationship with your infant, as each infant requires very different routines. I typically supervise no more than 6 children at a time.
The youngest age I will care for is 3 months.
Transportation/Travel Radius/Per Diem
I am located in Jarrell and willing to travel to all surrounding areas. This includes but is not limited to : Austin, Leander, Round Rock, Georgetown, Hutto, Taylor, Leander, Cedar Park, Belton, Salado and Pflugerville. For regular bookings, my service area extends up to 30 miles from Jarrell, Texas, with no additional charges. However, any journey beyond 30 miles (31-45 miles) will incur a daily per diem fee. An extra $20 fee will apply for distances of 31-39 miles, and $25 for distances of 40-45 miles.
I am available to provide transportation for your children to school, extracurricular activities, daytime outings, or any other required errands. Please note that my vehicle does not have car seats installed. Therefore, either parents can arrange to install car seats in my car for the day or provide their vehicle for the transportation. I am amenable to either arrangement. For each 15-mile increment when transporting your child in my vehicle, there will be a charge of $10. This translates to $20 for 30 miles and $30 for 45 miles.
How far in advance do I need to book for Katie's Babysitting?
As far as booking with me goes, it really just depends on if I am already pre-booked. Sometimes families book months ahead, and I am already booked, and other times they text me and I am at their house in 20 minutes.. You are always welcome to email me to receive a list of my current availability. I do prefer at least a week or two notice. I do not book more than 5 days for one client, 6 weeks or more in advance.
Does Katie do pet sitting?
I offer pet sitting for dogs only. I am willing to travel up to 20 min from Jarrell, Texas for drop in
Visits to feed, play, and let out your dogs. Each visit is $15 per dog.
I am interested in tutoring. What is that like?
I follow my own curriculum (work in process as of June 2024, set to be finished July 2025) for all of the children I provide care to. Not every session or each child is subject to curriculum components. Tutoring is available at a separate and increased price.
Curriculum Components
-Develop social skills by becoming an integral part of a friendly group and developing sensitivity to the needs of others
-Participate in child-initiated and adult-initiated activities by providing time and opportunity to explore ideas and develop interests in a variety of areas such as art, blocks, music, dramatic play, science, cooking, sports, games and language activities, etc
-Develop personal competencies by learning to make choices, having time to practice new skills and developing positive self-esteem
Tutoring is available to be included in babysitting hours, or seperate bookings may be made for tutoring. Tutoring includes the tutor(sitter) and one child, unless otherwise discussed. Tutoring will have breaks for students who need it, for longer sessions. Prices for tutoring are as follows: -1 hour is $40.00
-2 hours is $70.00
-3 hours is $90.00
-4 hours is $120.00
-5 hours $150.00