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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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$10–25/hr
Oswego, IL • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Five Children...

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/22 - 02/23

6:00pm - 1:00am

We need a babysitter for five children aged toddler to elementary. The job starts on February 22, 2025, from 6 PM to 1 AM. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, helping with bedtime routines, preparing meals and snacks, and engaging in fun activities. The babysitter must feel comfortable... More

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$10–12/hr
Marseilles, IL • 13 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting on January 29, 2025. The schedule includes Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable around pets. Experience with multiples is important, as is help with toilet training.... More

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$10–20/hr
Morris, IL • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Homework Help and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for our elementary-aged child starting on January 29, 2025. The schedule includes Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The ideal candidate has a reliable car, is comfortable with pets, and can assist with homework. You will engage our child in safe, fun activities... More

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$18–26/hr
Morris, IL • 19 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Infants and Toddlers,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 9:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter to care for our two children, an infant and a toddler, starting on January 24, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM on Mondays, Sundays, and Wednesdays. The babysitter must have their own car to drive the kids and feel comfortable around pets.... More

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$16–23/hr
Ottawa, IL • 15 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant Care on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We seek a caring babysitter for our infant starting on February 3, 2025, with flexible scheduling options. The hours are from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Mondays and Fridays. The babysitter will attend to our child's needs, including feeding, diaper changing, and playtime. They will ensure the child's... More

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$20–24/hr
Sugar Grove, IL • 22 miles away

Responsible Babysitter for Three Children,...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00am - 2:00pm

We seek a dependable babysitter for our three children, aged toddler to elementary. The job starts on February 3, 2025, from 4:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The sitter will ensure the children's safety, engage them in age-appropriate activities, and assist with toilet... More

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

Dependable Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 7:00pm (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter for our two elementary-aged children, starting on January 16, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 08:00 to 19:00, Monday through Saturday. Responsibilities include driving the kids to activities, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and... More

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$17–21/hr
Oswego, IL • 23 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Needed to Drive,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a reliable babysitter starting January 19, 2025, to care for one elementary-aged child. The role includes driving the child to activities, helping with homework, and managing bedtime routines. The ideal candidate has their own car and a clean driving record. The babysitter must... More

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$17–18/hr
Morris, IL • 19 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Three Children,...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm

We seek a caring babysitter to start on January 7, 2025, working Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Responsibilities include caring for three children in preschool and elementary school, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, providing care when sick, and assisting with toilet... More

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$16–20/hr
Streator, IL • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for my three year old boy...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

My three-year-old son is a very smart and kind little boy, but i’m working hard to give him a good life. I’m employed, and my girlfriend is actively searching for a job while also prioritizing some free time.

If you could entertain him, maybe heat up some food in the air fryer/ oven, play games... 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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