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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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$19–28/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 19 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Elementary Kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for two elementary-aged children, starting on or after April 5, 2025. The sitter must be comfortable with pets and have experience with children on the autism spectrum and/or ADHD. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and ensuring... More

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$19–23/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 19 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

We seek a caring babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool. The schedule runs Monday to Friday, from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM, starting on June 29, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The babysitter will drive the children, prepare meals and snacks, assist with homework, and interact... More

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$19–23/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 13 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our preschool-aged child starting on April 4, 2025. The sitter needs to have their own car and is comfortable around pets. Responsibilities include engaging in playtime, preparing simple meals, and helping with bedtime routines. The sitter must be fluent... More

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$25–35/hr
Castle Rock, CO • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 4 Amazing Kids...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re a fun-loving, busy family with four amazing kids each with their own unique personality and special needs. Our home is full of energy, laughter, and a little bit of chaos, and we’re looking for someone kind, patient, and dependable to be a part of our village.

We’re looking for a sitter who’s... More

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$23–35/hr
Castle Rock, CO • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 4 Children (12 year...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for four children, ages toddler to middle school, starting on March 30, 2025. The sitter will care for children by engaging in activities, supporting toilet training, and managing bedtime routines. The role includes preparing meals and snacks, ensuring proper... More

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$10–15/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 18 miles away

Caring sitter needed occasionally for 3...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello and thank you for taking the time to read this post.My son is well mannered, potty trained and easy going. Once or twice a month on Saturday or Sunday, I would like to have someone take care of him for 4-6 hours. I am open to my home or yours. Students are welcome to apply. Looking to start... More

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$19–23/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 22 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Drives and Cares for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for one elementary-aged child, starting on April 1, 2025. The ideal candidate has their own car and can drive the child to activities as needed. You will supervise playtime, assist with homework, and prepare snacks. You will also help with bedtime routines to ensure... More

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$19–23/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 14 miles away

Two young boys need spring break sitter asap!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

Two boys and two dogs - very happy boys and independent. Potty trained.

I need you to watch the boys from early morning and provide breakfast lunch and snack. Also review school material, and allow for nap and supervised play outside.

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$19–23/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 16 miles away

Looking for a lively sitter for my little...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

I have an almost 2 year old little girl who has energy for days. She has been at home for a while now and we are now starting to need some occasional childcare.

Looking for an occasional sitter for things like date nights or late work nights. Possible dinner for my daughter or snacks.

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$21–23/hr
Castle Rock, CO • 19 miles away

Childcare Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 1:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable Mother's Helper for our toddler starting on March 31, 2025. The hours are from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM, Monday through Thursday, and will need some Fridays. Responsibilities include driving the child to activities (not right away), interactive play preparing meals and... More

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$19–23/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter needed for 2 elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Two children ages 6 and 9. After school care needed. Driving to activities
Patient, loving, caring person. Have own car. Be able to drive kids to after school activities
Broadmoor Bluffs. Mon-Fri 2pm to 6pm

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$18–19/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 19 miles away

Occasional babysitter needed for 21 month...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We are a family of four looking for an occasional babysitter to help us about once a week and on date afternoons/nights. We have a 3 year old girl and a 21 month old boy. There is also a small dog in the house.

Looking for someone to play and engage with the kids while they’re here. Would... More

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$19–30/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 23 miles away

Part-time kid Uber needed

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Three active sports involved kids! Lots of dogs lots of fun! Cheyenne Mountain area

I need someone who can pick my kids up from school a couple of days a week and take them to activities. We’re a super easy-going family and really it is essentially between Uber with Starbucks perks! We do... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

How can child care providers make extra money?

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