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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
San Diego, CA • 4 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant, Meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 4:00pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for our infant starting on February 3, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The sitter must have their own car for emergencies. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, engaging with the child in a safe manner, and performing... More

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$22–26/hr
Chula Vista, CA • 9 miles away

Sweetest little guy seeks occasional care

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are a small family of 3 humans and 1 doggie. We are seeking occasional care for our 16 month old son. He is sweet and active and curious. We have a 13 year old labradoodle who is a bit anxious with new people so comfort with dogs is important. Bilingual is a plus!

Occasional weekends, if... More

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$23–27/hr
Imperial Beach, CA • 13 miles away

Open availability for date night sitter...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

My husband, Jared, and I had our first son in December. I am currently on maternity leave but he is active duty and I am a full time government contractor. We have a cat named Peggy who will literally pretend you don’t exist and you can just leave her be, she does her own thing.

We are looking... More

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$23–27/hr
La Jolla, CA • 12 miles away

Caregiver needed for infant on Tuesday and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

We seek a caring babysitter for our infant starting January 24, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with shifts on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. The babysitter will oversee the child’s safety, prepare bottles, change diapers, and engage with age-appropriate activities. Duties include... More

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$23–27/hr
San Diego, CA • 3 miles away

Babysitter Needed for School Pick-Up,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for our elementary-age child starting January 22, 2025. The schedule includes Tuesday and Wednesday, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The sitter must have a car and be comfortable with pets. Duties include driving our child to activities, assisting with homework, and running... More

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$18–20/hr
San Diego, CA • 11 miles away

Seeking Full Time Nanny Nanny for 1 Year...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

We’re a multicultural family in Sorrento Mesa (92126). Mom is Bangladeshi, Dad is American-Italian, and our sweet mixed baby is turning one soon! Both in STEM, we value education and development and seek a nurturing nanny to foster growth and teach new skills. We also have two friendly senior... More

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$23–27/hr
San Diego, CA • 18 miles away

After school pick-up and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello!

I'm seeking someone who can pick up my daughter (age 9) from elementary school and bring her back to our house, followed by help with reading/homework/fun activities - like reading, art, baking, educational movies, etc. She's sweet-natured and creative, and I'm looking for someone who... More

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$16–25/hr
San Diego, CA • 9 miles away

full-time sitter for twins!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

Hi! We are looking for some overnight help for our boy twins! They are newborns!

Take care of two newborns through the night and help around household as needed

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$23–27/hr
Santee, CA • 8 miles away

Occasional sitter for two energetic 5-year...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Looking for an occasional sitter for our two 5-year old twin boys at our home in Santee, near Mission Trails. Usually evenings, not always a regular day/time, but more likely scheduled one-offs far in advance. We also have two cats in the house.

The other opportunity we are looking into is a more... 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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