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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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$22–28/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for three children, ages 7, 9 and 11. The position starts on January 21, 2025, with some flexibility. Responsibilities include pick up from school, assisting with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and supervising playtime, some driving... More

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$21–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 20 miles away

Caregiver/driver needed for three busy...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

We are two families whose boys are close and go to the same school. Parents all work full-time and kids have various activities after school. We are joining together because the boys like being together, and also to ensure a more consistent schedule for the sitter.
We are looking for an... More

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$22–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for Mazie

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Matt and his wife, Catherine, have a sweet and playful 1-year-old daughter named Mazie. She’s a happy little one who’s curious about everything, and they’re looking for a caring and reliable babysitter to help Mazie explore the world around her.

We are looking for a warm and responsible... More

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$19–23/hr
Vernon Hills, IL • 5 miles away

Weekly (Wednesdays) Part-time sitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

We are seeking a babysitter for our 5-month old baby on a weekly basis every Wednesday from 1:30PM to 5:30PM.

We are located in the Vernon Hills, IL and are looking for someone to start immediately.
We are looking for someone to:

-Maintain baby's bottle-feeding and nap schedule.

-Engage in... More

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$20–30/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 miles away

Recurring sitter for 3 fun-loving siblings

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

We have 3 children. Kay (age 8), Ellie (age 6), and Emmett (age 2). Kay is very logically minded, loves to accessorize and play games. Ellie is an extrovert, who loves to be silly. Emmett is a goofball that loves anything sports. They all love music and dance parties!
We would like our sitter... More

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$10–28/hr
Antioch, IL • 20 miles away

Virtual Job

Antioch Weekly Part-time Sitter / 3 Nights...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

Tuesday's 2pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday's & Thursday's 7pm - 8:30pm
3 year old girl, 6 year old boy and 9 year old girl.
Antioch, Illinois
We need someone to watch the children while we're getting ready for and returning from work. We are looking for someone who can help feed the kids dinner and get... More

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$10–20/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 24 miles away

After school care

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

I’m looking for an after school sitter, 3:45-4:20 Monday through Friday

Supervision of my two boys until I get home from work. Tasks would include homework supervision

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$17–22/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 miles away

GREAT FAMILY WITH A LAID BACK LITTLE GUY

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are a small family (animal lovers) who love to sing, dance, pop popcorn, and enjoy life! We are laid back and just enjoy our daily life. I am a newly singe mother of one son and a 8 year old princess cat. She is my stand in to assist with watching over our home (per all cats).
I trained my son... More

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$10–25/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 24 miles away

Before school care

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

I’m in need of a backup sitter for my 9 year old son. Hours are 7:00-8:15 when the bus arrives

He will need supervision brushing his teeth and needs to read out loud for 30 minutes until the bus arrives at 8:15

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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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