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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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$19–23/hr
Hopkinton, RI • 16 miles away

I need a steady sitter for my 9 year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

It’s me and my 9 year old daughter, a cat and a dog. Separated from her dad but we are friends and he is around. My daughter loves drawing, painting, science experiments, going on her aerial swing, punching her punching bag and playing Roblox with her friends and cousins!

I have a trip coming up... More

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$18–25/hr
Ashaway, RI • 15 miles away

Seeking Caregiver for Two Kids with...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a caring babysitter for two children, aged toddler to elementary. The position starts on March 10, 2025, flexible on the start date. Hours are Monday to Friday, from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and... More

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$17–22/hr
Groton, CT • Less than a mile

Partime sitter for my babygirl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Get to know me and baby girl she is very sweet but shy till she gets comfortable then you see more of her personality again once she comfortable she will show more of her hyper wild but fun lovable side

I’d need help with a babysitter so I can start back working to provide for my little one

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$28–32/hr
Montauk, NY • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for One Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting March 31, 2025. The position runs from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Thursdays and Fridays. Responsibilities include ensuring the child’s safety, preparing meals, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The caregiver must have their... More

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$17–22/hr
North Stonington, CT • 12 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting on March 10, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Responsibilities include ensuring the child's safety, engaging in playtime activities, preparing meals, and maintaining a clean... More

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$15–20/hr
Plainfield, CT • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a caring babysitter for our two toddlers, starting March 1, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter drives their own car and has experience with multiple young children. Daily tasks include light housekeeping, light laundry, assisting with toilet training, managing bedtime routines, and... More

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$19–23/hr
Gales Ferry, CT • 6 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Cares for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a dependable babysitter to care for our two children, an infant and a toddler, starting on February 12, 2025, with a flexible start date. The ideal candidate enjoys working with young children and has experience with multiple kids. Responsibilities include preparing meals and... More

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$19–23/hr
Groton, CT • Less than a mile

Babysitter Needed for One Elementary Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our elementary-aged child. The job starts on February 12, 2025, and runs every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Responsibilities include supervising play, helping with homework, preparing snacks, and ensuring safety. The ideal... More

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$19–23/hr
Groton, CT • Less than a mile

Saturday sitter for 9 yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 11:30pm (flexible)

Hi our family just includes my daughter , myself and our 3 kittys.
We are very laid back.

I just need someone here to supervise my daughter. She is pretty self sufficient and doesn’t need much help with things.

I work both my jobs on Saturday so I am in need of someone on that day.
You will be... More

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$19–30/hr
Chester, CT • 22 miles away

Occassional Babysitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter to help out 2 working parents with our 6 year old son after school and evenings. It may be necessary to pick him up at school, or at the bus-stop in front of our house.

Our son is a sweet and fun kindergartener in Chester, CT.

CPR/First Aid strongly... More

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$14–18/hr
Greenport, NY • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/29

9:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for our preschool-age child. The job starts on April 29, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with flexible start times. The babysitter will engage the child in play, supervise activities, and support learning through age-appropriate games and crafts. They will provide... More

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