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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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$10–21/hr
Cheswold, DE • 5 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/01

12:00pm - 6:00pm

We are looking for a babysitter to care for two preschool-aged children from February 1, 2025, between 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM. The sitter will play with the children, supervise activities, and ensure their safety. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, keeping the play area tidy, and... More

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$15–20/hr
Bear, DE • 22 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Drives, Tutors, and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We have 3 children, but are looking for someone to spend time specifically with our son. You would not be responsible for the other two, who are HS age. The need would be at various times when my wife and I have plans for the day or evening. The candidate must have their own car and feel... More

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$10–19/hr
Middletown, DE • 14 miles away

Part time nanny

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My family consists of myself, my fiancé, my 7 month old son Emerson, and our dog Sherlock.

I am looking for a sitter that can assist my son’s grandmother in watching him 2 days each week which includes Tuesday and Wednesday. My son’s grandmother works from home which makes it different for her to... More

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$20–30/hr
Newark, DE • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 4:00pm

We need a caring babysitter for our infant starting March 31, 2025. The job runs Monday to Friday, from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The sitter provides a safe, nurturing environment, feeds the infant, changes diapers, and manages nap times. Engaging in play and age-appropriate activities is essential. The... More

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$19–23/hr
Middletown, DE • 14 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Preschool Child:...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for our preschool child starting from February 1, 2025, with a flexible start date. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks, engages in play and learning activities, and ensures a safe and nurturing environment. They help with bedtime routines and support toilet... More

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$19–30/hr
Kirkwood, DE • 15 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler: Flexible...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for our toddler starting on February 3, 2025, with a flexible start date. The role involves supervising our child, engaging in play and learning activities, and providing meals and snacks. The sitter will help with bedtime routines and may care for additional... More

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$10–15/hr
Kirkwood, DE • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm

We are seeking a reliable babysitter to care for our infant starting January 13, 2025. The hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate has their own car for transportation and... More

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$24–25/hr
Bear, DE • 22 miles away

Three kids looking to bring joy to you!

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Super sweet kids. You will love them the first minute you meet them. They will light up your day with joy!

Babysitting is the only thing that is needed. Cooking food for the kids

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$15–20/hr
Frederica, DE • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for our toddler starting on January 10, 2025. The babysitter will ensure a safe and engaging environment. Responsibilities include playing with our child, preparing meals and snacks, and maintaining a clean play area. The ideal candidate has their own car for... More

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$20–24/hr
Dover, DE • 11 miles away

Self employed

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi I’m Shon me and my wife have our own business we oversee from time to time and sometimes we can’t that the kids

Clean
Cook
Potty training
Bath
Feed

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$15–25/hr
Frederica, DE • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter needed for 4 lovely young...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We have four daughters that are currently aged 14, 12, 10 and 9. We also have 2 St Bernard’s so you would need to be comfortable with dogs. Our girls are fairly self sufficient, but they need to be monitored if we need to go away for work or if we have a date night.

Occasionally meal prep is... More

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Why are in-home child care taxes important?

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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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