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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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$17–21/hr
Niceville, FL • 17 miles away

Summer Sitter Needed for Three Young...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a sitter to care for our three children, ages toddler and preschool for several weeks (2 weeks in June, 2 in July, and 1 in August) during the summer (although it may not always be all 3 of them, due to summer camps.) The job starts at the beginning of June 2025, and is Tues-Fri... More

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$18–22/hr
Gulf Breeze, FL • 16 miles away

Seeking occasional babysitter for our...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Would love if someone could come by for a bit tomorrow to watch him and meet us. We just moved here from New Orleans and are so happy to be here! Jack is extroverted, fun, silly, and loves to "play toys" and spend time outside. Responsibilities would be to play with him, and feed snacks if he's... More

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$10–15/hr
Navarre, FL • 12 miles away

Help With Homework, Prepare Meals, and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a dedicated babysitter starting on February 28, 2025, for one middle school child. Responsibilities include helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and performing light housekeeping tasks. The ideal candidate speaks Spanish fluently to support communication and learning. The... More

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$19–23/hr
Destin, FL • 14 miles away

Caregiver Needed for 2 Children: Meal...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a reliable babysitter starting on March 6th- 2025- March 10th in Miramar Beach. The schedule is somewhat flexible, looking for most help in the mornings and potentially afternoons. Between 5-8 hours a day. You will care for two children, ages toddler and elementary.... More

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$19–22/hr
Navarre, FL • 12 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a responsible babysitter for our toddler starting on March 4, 2025, with some flexibility in the start date. The sitter will supervise and engage our child in safe activities, prepare simple meals, and maintain a tidy play area. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets and must have... More

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$10–23/hr
Milton, FL • 25 miles away

Sitter for one child

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 7:00pm

Our family is care and loving, I need someone to watch my daughter, provide meals (snacks), and keep her entertained after school. Need someone to watch my daughter while I work, my work schedule is 12+ hours, Time frame is 630am-7:30pm roughly. This might include some weekends, but currently... More

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$15–23/hr
Niceville, FL • 17 miles away

Date night sitter for a happy 10m old boy!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

My husband, Cody, and I welcomed our sweet 10 month old son, Jameson, in April 2024.

Jameson is a happy baby who loves to giggle and is currently learning how to walk.

We also have a 10 month old Black Mouth Cur puppy named Paisley. She is well behaved and kind.

What my husband and I would love... More

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$20–24/hr
Niceville, FL • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

We are seeking a caring babysitter for our toddler, starting on February 28, 2025. The schedule is Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Responsibilities include ensuring the child's safety, preparing snacks and meals, engaging in playtime and educational activities, and... More

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$10–15/hr
Destin, FL • 14 miles away

Babysitter needed for toddler at Family...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 03/13

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our toddler March 13 to March 15, during our beach vacation. We need someone that will be able to stay with our toddler son during his midday nap and in the evening. estimated 4 - 10 hours a day. Staying at the Destin Army Recreation Area, address: 557... More

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$15–24/hr
Shalimar, FL • 9 miles away

Looking for occasional weekend care for 12...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

I am a single mom to an 12 year old boy. My son is very sweet and a super easy kid. We do have a lot of pets, so need a sitter who is ok with animals.
I'm looking for a sitter for date nights/occasional overnights on the weekend.

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$10–24/hr
Bagdad, FL • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Kids with...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We need a flexible babysitter as needed . We are starting a new job, that at times will require both of us. We can usually give in advance notice of the day/days and time mostly Monday through Friday, for two children. Aiden is 20 months and Alaina is 11(self efficient).The babysitter must have... More

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$17–21/hr
Destin, FL • 14 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Middle School Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter starting February 8, 2025, for one middle school child. The babysitter cares for the child, ensures safety, and provides supervision occasionally. Responsibilities may include preparing meals and snacks. Child can care for and entertain himself, but sitter will engage.... 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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