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Q: How much does it cost for child care providers to use Sittercity?

Child care providers can create detailed profiles, search and apply to jobs, message with families, and book interviews for free on Sittercity. Providers 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 providers as well.

Q: How much do in-home child care providers make?

According to the latest Sittercity data, nannies in the US typically charge $19.00 an hour and babysitters $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 in-home child care 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 an in-home child care provider?

A nanny is a child care provider who has a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a nanny position and career. You could work part-time or full-time, live-in or out, temporary or ongoing for an extended amount of time. You could be an au pair, overnight nanny, or newborn care specialist. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or you could be a travel nanny. 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 child care providers work?

Depending on the job responsibilities and schedules negotiated with the family, child care providers 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 child care providers find jobs?

On Sittercity, child care providers 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 providers will also negotiate a contract with families to make sure the details of the job are clear on both sides.

Q: What are things child care providers do with kids?

There are a lot of fun things that child care providers do with kids. Both indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts projects, baking, sports, and field trips.

Q: How can child care providers make extra money?

There are a few ways that both nannies and babysitters can make some extra income. Nannies can be available for one-time sittings outside of their normal schedule for when families have date nights or meetings. They can also help to coordinate a nanny share with other families. In a nanny share, a nanny typically receives two-thirds of their hourly rate from each family, thereby increasing how much they make per hour. Babysitters 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.

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$24–28/hr
Petaluma, CA • 6 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant on Mondays,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We seek a caring babysitter for our infant, starting on February 10, 2025. The schedule includes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Our baby does not yet have a set sleeping schedule, so the times may vary. Responsibilities include engaging and playing with the baby, providing... More

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$30–35/hr
Petaluma, CA • 7 miles away

Looking for a NYE sitter for a 10 year old...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/30 - 12/31

6:00pm - 12:00am (flexible)

Hi! I am a single mother of an almost-11-year old son in northern Petaluma. I grew up in Petaluma but we just moved back from San Rafael. Daniel is a pretty easy going kid, he just would like someone to play with, make art, or talk about science, history, and read.

Our requirements are that... More

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$25–36/hr
Santa Rosa, CA • 11 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Four Children...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 3:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter starting December 27, 2024, for four children in preschool and elementary school. The job requires care from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Responsibilities include helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, driving the children to activities, running... More

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$49–50/hr
Napa, CA • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/29

11:30am - 9:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for two elementary-aged children starting December 29, 2024 through January 2 The job begins at 11:30 AM, with flexible start times, we are paying a premium for flexibility. Mostly needed for lunch and dinner times including New Year eve and day The family is... More

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$49–50/hr
Napa, CA • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a responsible babysitter to care for two elementary-age children on call December 29, 2024 through January 2nd. Including Nee Years eve from 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM. The babysitter will supervise playtime, and entertain the kids while vacationing at Stanley Ranch. Will pay a premium for... More

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$15–25/hr
Rohnert Park, CA • 1 mile away

Part-time help needed, just watching &...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We are Sunny and Justin from Rohnert Park CA. Our 4 year old boy is named Joey and we have a 6 month old baby girl named Genevieve. We have met a few wonderful babysitters through this app and we have found that we need a bit more help recently. We are hoping to find someone who can help out... More

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$25–30/hr
Novato, CA • 16 miles away

Thursday and Date night coverage for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We are looking for a caring and dependable babysitter to look after our two children, Theodore (21 mos.) and Vivienne (4). You will watch them every Thursday, and may help take Vivi to preschool during the day as well as watching both children in the afternoon, when Vivi returns home. We are also... More

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$26–30/hr
San Rafael, CA • 23 miles away

Part-time babysitter for 4-month old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello, our family of 5 has a wonderful newborn daughter (4 months old) and we’re looking for part time help during the week. The schedule can be flexible depending on your availability, so different schedules can be accommodated if necessary.

Our primary need is care for our infant daughter -... More

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$24–28/hr
Santa Rosa, CA • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter needed for 5 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We are a family of 4 with a 5 year old and a 3 month old. Thank you in advance!

We are looking for a babysitter for our 5 year old twice a week after school. She is a super fun kid who loves playing outside, riding her scooter, and art projects! Thank you for considering!

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$20–25/hr
Santa Rosa, CA • 6 miles away

Part-time sitter for two fun kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Occasionally I will need some help with watching my kids. I'm open to discussing pay.

Light housekeeping is a bonus and willing to discuss pay if you can help with this too. - Not required

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Why are in-home child care taxes important?

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How do child care providers find jobs?

What are things child care providers do with kids?

How can child care providers make extra money?

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