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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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$15–18/hr
Long Beach, CA • 8 miles away

Part time sitter for two school aged kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

My name is Anika and I have two children. My daughter is 10 yrs old and my son is 7 yrs old.
My kids can do most things for themselves. They just need to be supervised, and maybe throw some chicken nuggets in the oven.
I live in Long Beach and need help on some weekends while I work. I leave at... More

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$20–23/hr
Huntington Beach, CA • 6 miles away

Occasional sitter for a fun and sweet 4...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Single mom with a fun and sweet 4 year old boy. We live in Huntington Beach and I occasionally need someone to look after him if I have events planned.

Occasional sitter needed for events I have planned. This includes evenings and putting him to bed or daytimes during the weekend mostly.

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$20–25/hr
South Pasadena, CA • 22 miles away

Nanny for 8 month baby girl weekdays

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

Look for a nanny for 8 month baby girl during the weekdays from 8 AM (or 8:30 am) to 5 PM. Start date is at the end of January (negotiable).

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$20–21/hr
Long Beach, CA • 8 miles away

Sitter for Potluck Holiday Party

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re a family of three living in downtown Long Beach. Some of our favorite activities include visiting the Aquarium of the Pacific and exploring the local parks. Our 2-year-old is fascinated by trains and dinosaurs—it’s so much fun to see his face light up when he plays with his Thomas the Train... More

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$25–35/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 25 miles away

Part time sitters for lovely 3 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a loving and patient caretaker for our 3-year-old son. Experience with special needs (ASD) is appreciated.

Responsibilities include playing with him at home, keeping him safe and engaged, and some light housekeeping. He communicates in both Mandarin and English.... More

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$22–26/hr
Yorba Linda, CA • 20 miles away

Dog loving part time sitter for two children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are an active, tight knit family with two children and a dog. Interpersonal relationships and faith come first and we value learning every day.
Looking for someone to pick up from school and provide structured learning activities until parents can be home. Must be comfortable with dog and light... More

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$20–29/hr
Westchester, CA • 22 miles away

Afternoon sitter for a 3yr old and 5yr old

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

We have a 3 year old girl and 5 year old boy who are happy and love to do arts and crafts, run around, play games and help cook. We also have a frenchie who likes attention but sleeps most of the time. We are hoping to find someone that we think of as a part of the family!
We need someone to pick... More

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$18–25/hr
Long Beach, CA • 4 miles away

After school care and assistance for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

3-6 pm after school care M-F with 2pm early pick up on Thursday. School pick up, car a must. Prefer experience working with neurodiverse kids (autism spectrum disorder). Art therapy, music, and creativity orientation. She is super high functioning with some self-regulation challenges at times so... More

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$23–25/hr
Laguna Hills, CA • 24 miles away

Regular sitter needed for two energetic...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hiring regular nanny for two boys M-F, 12p-6p, in Nellie gail. $23-25/hr. Ideally looking for someone that is responsible, mature, and has real life experience with children (e.g. perhaps you are a mom and have grown kids!).

Requirements:
Minimum 5 years experience with children
Creative... More

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$34–38/hr
Redondo Beach, CA • 18 miles away

1 or 2 Day A Week Afternoon Babysitter for...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

1 or 2 Day A Week Afternoon Babysitter for 4 Children in Redondo Beach
Hello! We are looking for a part-time nanny in Redondo Beach for our 3-year-old twins (boy and girl) and their 7- and 8-year-old older brothers.

Typical hours for the family would be:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and/or 3:30... More

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$25–26/hr
Irvine, CA • 19 miles away

Morning Mother's Helper Needed in Irvine

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

Hello! We are the Cheung family! We are looking for a long term Mother's helper for my 6 yo twin girls. Ocassionally help out with my 4 yo son. Responsibilities include making a light breakfast and getting kids off to school, as well as tiding up and folding laundry. Looking for someone long term... More

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$23–28/hr
Torrance, CA • 16 miles away

Looking for date night/back up babysitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

In search of an occasional babysitter that is available on the weekends for 1 to 2 times a month for date nights or as backup during the week when our daycare is closed. We have a 2 year old son named Raymond.
Please make sure you meet the below requirements before applying:
-Must have at least 3... More

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$21–25/hr
Azusa, CA • 25 miles away

Part-time or Full-Time Sitter Needed for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

Hello! We are a family of four: a mom, a dad, and our two boys, ages 5 months and 2 years. We're currently seeking a caring and reliable nanny to join us either part-time or full-time. If you have experience with young children and are interested in helping us create a loving and nurturing... More

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$20–30/hr
Irvine, CA • 16 miles away

Tutor needed for two girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Single dad with two sweet girls looking for after school help and tutoring

Need help picking up the girls from school, getting homework done, and tutoring in additional subjects.

Someone who speaks Spanish please!

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How much do in-home child care providers make?

Why are in-home child care taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as an in-home child care provider?

When do child care providers work?

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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