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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
Machesney Park, IL • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three Young...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/13

6:00pm - 11:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for three children, ages infant to preschool. The job starts on February 13, 2025, from 6 PM to 11 PM. Responsibilities include caring for the children, preparing meals and snacks, and managing bedtime routines. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets and has... More

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$19–23/hr
Rockford, IL • 16 miles away

Seek Babysitter for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter for two elementary-aged children. The job starts on February 28, 2025, with flexibility in the start date. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing meals and snacks, assisting with bedtime routines, and performing light housekeeping tasks. The ideal... More

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$20–21/hr
Rockford, IL • 17 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Drives, Tutors, and...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 3:00pm

We need a babysitter for four children, ages toddler to elementary. The job starts on January 27, 2025, and runs Monday to Friday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The sitter must have their own car to drive the kids to activities and run errands. Responsibilities include supervising play, helping with... More

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$17–21/hr
Dekalb, IL • 15 miles away

Need of sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I am a single mom of 3 looking for help and someone I can count on for the days I have work I am Hispanic 29 years old it’s just me and my daughter at my house

I just need a sitter to sit with my child 4 days a week make sure she’s taken care of someone I can trust

I do work in aurora il so... More

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$10–17/hr
Rockford, IL • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for my 2 boys with...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 9:30am (flexible)

I have 3 kids but only 2 need a sitter. My 14 year old daughter will be home but won’t require anything. She will be in charge of toileting and diaper changes.

Play with the kids, keep them entertained, make their meals, nap time, bed time, clean up after the kids during the day

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$14–19/hr
Machesney Park, IL • 18 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Toddler:...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter for our toddler starting on January 24, 2025, with some flexibility. The ideal candidate has experience with multiple children and owns a car. Responsibilities include providing supervision, tutoring, preparing meals and snacks, and managing sick care. The babysitter will... More

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$10–15/hr
Sycamore, IL • 13 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting January 14, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter must have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, and managing bedtime routines. The ideal candidate will... More

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$18–22/hr
Loves Park, IL • 17 miles away

Flexible Nighttime Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00pm - 4:00am (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting January 7, 2025. The schedule is flexible, beginning at 7:00 PM and ending at 4:00 AM, Monday through Saturday as needed. The babysitter will provide supervision, prepare snacks, and engage our child in age-appropriate... 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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How much does it cost for child care providers to use Sittercity?

How much do in-home child care providers make?

Why are in-home child care taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as an in-home child care provider?

When do child care providers work?

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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