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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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$35–40/hr
San Carlos, CA • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our two elementary-aged children on an as-needed basis in the evenings starting as soon as possible. The ideal candidate has their own car for transportation and can help with the bedtime routine if needed. We are looking for someone who is trustworthy,... More

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$29–33/hr
San Jose, CA • 10 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter for our infant starting February 7, 2025, with flexible start times. The position is on Fridays from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, ensuring the child's safety, providing age-appropriate activities, and maintaining a clean... More

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$20–25/hr
San Jose, CA • 11 miles away

Babysitter for my kids

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello thank you for your message. I am looking for babysitter for my 4kids, 6mo, 3yr, 5yr, 6yr. Mon, Wed and every other weekend from 2p-10p. Hours are also flexible during the other days of the week. Communication is key.

During the week pick up my older two kids from school and care for my... More

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$10–30/hr
Hayward, CA • 25 miles away

Part time nanny and household manager needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 4:00pm

Need a part time nanny/household manager to help with two kids. This includes reading to a toddler, taking them for walks, helping with household tasks like folding laundry.

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$25–30/hr
San Jose, CA • 10 miles away

Weekend sitter with paperwork for 2 Children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Searching for weekend sitter to help with our two children for 3 to 4 hours (morning or eve). Must be willing to complete paperwork with an agency for payroll, requires First Aid and CPR certification. Can share more info. Hours will be guaranteed per month.

Primary Duties:
Care for only one... More

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$21–22/hr
Union City, CA • 22 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Infants and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are seeking a caring and responsible babysitter for two children, an infant and an elementary-age child. The job starts on January 13, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule includes Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a possibility of full time. The role... More

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$25/hr
Redwood City, CA • 18 miles away

Mother's Helper Wanted

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We're looking for a household mother's helper. We have two kids, both enrolled in school, and we need help with everyday tasks including meal prep, laundry, organization, tidying, plus helping the children when they come home.

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$25–30/hr
Newark, CA • 18 miles away

Nanny for infant and toddler

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 3:00pm

Duties include:
*Changing diapers
*Feedibg meals, bottle feeding, burping, soothing
*Infant experience
*Nap time
*Cleaning/put away toys
*Playing/teaching
*Folding laundry
*Light cleaning (bottles/dishes)
*Comfortable with baby cams around the house/rooms

Requirements:
*CPR/First Aid... More

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$18–21/hr
New Almaden, CA • 13 miles away

Full time nanny for 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

I am looking for fulltime nanny for 1 year old in Almaden area, who can engage child and play with age specific acitivites. Duties include: Preparing baby meal, feed, diaper change, put baby to sleep, play, taking for walk. Nanny should be able to transit on their own.

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$18–30/hr
Redwood City, CA • 22 miles away

Repeat weekend sitter for twin toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

We are first time parents to 17 mo twin boys and do no have family nearby. We need help one weekend day (flexible either Sat or Sun and flexible with starting time) to look after the babies so we can have a rest day from childcare. Responsibilities are:
Baby food prep, feeding, loading/unloading... 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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