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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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$23–27/hr
Carmel, CA • 16 miles away

Nurturing Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a reliable babysitter to care for our two children, an infant and a preschooler, starting on February 28, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The sitter should have experience with multiple children and assist with bedtime routines. Responsibilities include supervising play, preparing... More

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$24–30/hr
Gilroy, CA • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00pm

We are seeking a responsible babysitter starting on March 3, 2025, for two children, ages elementary and middle school. The schedule is Monday and Tuesday, from 6:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The babysitter drives their own car and is comfortable with pets. The sitter must speak . Responsibilities include... More

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$21–25/hr
Salinas, CA • 4 miles away

Part time sitter needed in Salinas/Prunedale

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I have 2 kids ages 2 and 6.
The older is very friendly and is in kindergarten.
The younger is a bit shy at times.

Right now, I need occasional pick up or drop off from school (especially school) or for activities like soccer or gymnastics.

I may need evening care around dinner time. Playing with... More

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$20–25/hr
Gilroy, CA • 22 miles away

Looking for a nanny for 2 kids in Gilroy...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 10:30pm (flexible)

Looking for a nanny for 2 kids in Gilroy 2:30pm-10pm! Snacks, Dinner, Shower, Bedtime

2 year old and 4 yr old nonverbal but could tell you what he needs, will have a trial before starting. Possible start 3rd of 4th week of March 2025. All meals will be prepped, only need to microwave, bedtime... More

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$24–30/hr
Gilroy, CA • 22 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Three Children, 6-8...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for three children aged preschool to elementary. The schedule is Tuesday to Thursday, starting at 6:00 AM and ending at 8:00 AM, 1:28 or 2:18 pick up from school for an hour or two max with a flexible start date of February 25, 2025. The babysitter will drive the... More

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$22–26/hr
Carmel, CA • 16 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for our two children, a toddler and an infant, starting on February 17, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The babysitter will engage the children in age-appropriate activities, provide meals and snacks, and ensure their safety and... More

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$20–25/hr
Gilroy, CA • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for the silliest,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi there! My husband and I are hoping to find a sitter for our three-year-old son while we get work done. He's a very silly kid and loves to "pretend cook", play hide and seek, play with water etc! We're hoping to find someone to babysit him on a weekly basis for a few days a week.

We hope to... More

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$25/hr
Gilroy, CA • 22 miles away

Babysitter for over nights/weekends away

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter capable and willing to care for our children for date nights, overnights, weekends and 4 day trips throughout the year. At least 1-2 times per month but probably more. Our 17 year old daughter is a big help and doesn’t require any care apart from medication distribution, rides... More

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$20–25/hr
Gilroy, CA • 22 miles away

Occasional Sitter for 2 Boys and Teen Girl

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Our family is looking for a sitter for date nights. I have 2 boys (one in Elementary-one in Middle School) and one teen girl who enjoy hanging out playing games, going to parks and watching movies with their sitter. There are several food allergies that are posted in our kitchen and the schedule is... More

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

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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