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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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$20–30/hr
Saint Charles, IL • 21 miles away

Part-time occasional sitter for fun and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

My son is five and looking to have someone consistent who can perhaps look after him when I need time to work and run errands.

Look after and engage in play and activities with my child. Not big on screen time so I prefer him to be playing and doing activities.

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$21–25/hr
Saint Charles, IL • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 2 Children: Meal...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our two children, aged toddler and elementary. The start date is flexible, but we prefer someone who can begin on March 26, 2025. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with bedtime routines, and driving the kids to various... More

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$20–24/hr
Elgin, IL • 24 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We seek a caring babysitter for our infant starting March 17, 2025. Work will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and engaging the child in age-appropriate activities. The sitter must monitor the infant’s safety and comfort at... More

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$14–22/hr
Rockford, IL • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Preschool Child on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I am looking for a reliable babysitter for my preschool child on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM, starting around February 27, 2025. The sitter will engage in playtime, prepare simple meals, and ensure a safe environment. Must be comfortable with pets in the home. Responsibilities... More

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$21–25/hr
Mooseheart, IL • 23 miles away

Active Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our preschool child starting around February 24, 2025. The schedule is flexible. The sitter will supervise playtime, engage in learning activities, and ensure safety at all times. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, helping with daily routines, and... More

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$10–15/hr
Fox Valley, IL • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter starting March 1, 2025, to care for two children in preschool and elementary school. The babysitter will supervise the children, engage them in fun and educational activities, prepare snacks, and ensure their safety. The ideal candidate has their own car for... More

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$17–19/hr
Sugar Grove, IL • 19 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a babysitter to care for three children, aged toddler to preschool when parents leave early for work. The start date is flexible and can begin on February 26, 2025. Care needed while the 3 children are asleep from 4:00 AM to 8:00 AM, on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday morning... More

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$18–22/hr
Rockford, IL • 24 miles away

Looking for short notice care for my 4...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 8:00pm

I have a 2 year old girl who is still in diapers and a 4 year old boy who is potty trained

Change the daughter’s diapers and feed both of the children. We will have food provided.

We can either bring the kids to you or you can come to our house. I work retail hours and it’s different start times... More

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$10–15/hr
Mooseheart, IL • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for our infant starting on February 25, 2025. The job involves working from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and ensuring the child’s safety and comfort. The babysitter will engage the child with... More

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$21–25/hr
Batavia, IL • 23 miles away

Regular sitter for one, well-behaved 7...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

We have one 7 year old daughter and 2 dogs. The dogs are great once they have been introduced. We work from home.

We are looking for someone who could do a combination of watching our daughter, and watching our dogs. With our daughter, we would want someone willing to drive her to activities, help... More

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$15–20/hr
Mooseheart, IL • 23 miles away

Nurturing Babysitter Needed for 2 Kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a dependable babysitter for two children, an infant and a kindergartner, with flexibility in the start date. The babysitter drives their own car and is comfortable with dogs. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and performing light housekeeping... More

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$21–25/hr
Saint Charles, IL • 23 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Drives Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We need a babysitter for two elementary-aged children starting on February 10, 2025. The schedule is flexible, but the hours are from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM AND 3:15 to 5:30 Monday through Friday. The babysitter drives the children to school and picks them ip and ensures their safety during... More

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$17–30/hr
Huntley, IL • 24 miles away

Part Time Sitter for 2 beautiful girls.

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

As a single father of four, my life is full of love and activity, but I’m specifically looking for extra support for my two beautiful daughters, both under the age of six. I want to ensure they receive focused attention and care during our weekends together.

I’m looking for a compassionate and... 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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