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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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$20–26/hr
Shelton, CT • 9 miles away

Sitter needed to get elementary schooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

Hello! We're looking for a reliable sitter to help get our daughter Aubrey, 6, on the bus every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday morning. Responsibilities include serving her breakfast (cereal and milk), ensuring she gets ready for school, and driving her down the block to the bus stop.

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$15–18/hr
Oakville, CT • 23 miles away

Sick Day Care for Elementary and Middle...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a reliable sitter to help with sick day pick ups from school and stay with them til I get home, and to stay with our kids if they are home sick. There is a pet at home but he will be gated downstairs. So pet care is not needed.

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$25–30/hr
Westport, CT • 22 miles away

Looking for house cleaning busco limpieza...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Looking for a cleaning lady, 2-3 hours a week for house cleaning (bathroom, floor etc.). This is NOT a babysitting job.
Time flexible.

Se busca señora de la limpieza, 2-3 horas semanales para limpieza de casa (baño, suelo etc.). Este NO es un trabajo de niñera. Horario flexible.

Cleaning the... More

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$10–15/hr
New Haven, CT • 12 miles away

Drive and Care for One Preschool Child on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00am

We need a reliable babysitter for one preschool-aged child. The job starts on March 3, 2025, and occurs on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM. The babysitter will provide a safe and engaging environment, she will drop off at school by 8:30 am and pick up from school at 3 pm and... More

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$20–26/hr
Ansonia, CT • 7 miles away

Responsible Babysitter for Toddler, Must...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting January 11, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter will care for one child and ensure their safety and well-being. Duties include engaging the child in play, preparing meals, and following routines, including bedtime. The ideal candidate has a car... More

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$21–25/hr
New Haven, CT • 4 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Three Young...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for our three children, ages infant to preschool. The flexible start date is January 21, 2025, with shifts on Tuesdays from 4-10pm and Saturdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM. Duties include caring for the children, preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines,... More

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$15–20/hr
Orange, CT • 3 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter for our toddler starting February 1, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The caregiver will supervise playtime, prepare simple meals, and assist with bedtime routines. They will help with toilet training and ensure a safe environment. The role also involves being... More

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$15–19/hr
Waterbury, CT • 20 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Elementary...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for one elementary-aged child, starting on or after January 18, 2025. The sitter cares for the child when needed as a back up care giver for date nights or events, also helps with homework, prepares meals and snacks, and manages bedtime routines. The ideal candidate has... More

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$20–24/hr
Waterbury, CT • 19 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Preschool Kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

We need a babysitter for two preschool-age children starting on January 13, 2025. The job runs Monday through Thursday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. The sitter drives the children home snd toilet training. The candidate must have their own car and be comfortable with pets in the home. Responsibilities... More

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$10–26/hr
Ansonia, CT • 7 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for our toddler starting on January 4, 2025. You will supervise and engage our child in safe and fun activities, such as playtime, reading, and arts and crafts. You will prepare snacks and meals, follow the child's daily routine, and maintain a... More

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$15–20/hr
Norwalk, CT • 25 miles away

Solo parent needing your help, if you too...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

As a caring single mother, I am seeking assistance with the drop-off and pick-up of my son from school to ensure his safety and well-being. I am looking for a reliable and trustworthy individual to help facilitate these daily transportation needs.

Drop and picks from daycare. Possible weekly... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

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