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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
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

After school help for 2 silly kids and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Hi! We are looking for after school help for school pickup, taking kids to their variety of their activities, and some time at our home for playing and school work. We ideally would prefer someone with their own car, but we will have a car to use if/when needed. We're love someone with flexibility -... More

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$22–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 miles away

Short-term part-time nanny/driving for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 7:30pm

12 and 9 year old girls living in the Albany Park area school and dance in Lincoln Park/Old Town.
Looking for Part-time nanny for 6-8 weeks while our nanny is on leave. Taking from school to home and/or dance studio. Sometimes bringing home after dance and heating up dinner (which will be... More

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$20–24/hr
Barrington, IL • 9 miles away

PT Babysitter (10-12 hours)

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Hello! My husband and I reside in Lake Barrington, with my 9yo daughter and 14yo son. We have two dogs, a 4yo Lab and 4yo French Bulldog. Nice to meet you here!

I need a babysitter 2-3 days a week.

Job duties will include, but not limited to:
- after school snack & homework
- taking her to... More

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$15–22/hr
Gurnee, IL • 10 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 children, ages 8 and 4

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Hello! We are a family in Gurnee with 2 kids, ages 8 (boy) and 4 (girl).
We are looking for an after-school caretaker for our 2 children. You would meet my son at his school bus stop after school at 4:00 pm, and pick up my daughter from her nearby in-home daycare. I get home around 6:30 or 7:00... More

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$21–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 miles away

Help with daycare pick-up and housekeeping...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi—we are a family of four living in Edgewater. My husband and I both have busy jobs and are just looking for help both around the house (laundry, cleaning, and meals if you are up for it, but not necessary if not) and with picking kids up from daycare nearby. Flexible in days and hours. ... More

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$20–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 20 miles away

Cool and fun Sauganash family needing...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

Hello,
My daughter’s name is Ava who is 10 years old and my son Joseph is 6. Ava is very independent and Jospeh is almost there. Ava is very outgoing and talkative and full of life. Joseph is shy at first and super smart and witty. My wife Carla and I are both first responders and new to the... More

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$20–30/hr
Elmhurst, IL • 24 miles away

Part-time childcare for two fun-loving boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

We are seeking a part-time baby sitter for our two fun-loving boys, ages 10 and 7. The specific need is to pick them up from school at 3 p.m. and drive them to various after school activities. One of us will be done with work by 5p and can take over then.

We would be open to expanding hours to... More

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$16–20/hr
Chicago, IL • 22 miles away

Babysitter for a loving baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are the parents of our 11 month baby boy. The mom works afternoons till the end of the day, while the dad works from home usually 9 am to 6 pm.
We would love if the sitter could take care of the babies basic needs like meal/prepping/feeding , light house keeping, laundry,playtime, stroller walks... More

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$17–23/hr
Chicago, IL • 21 miles away

Drop off and pick up for a lovely 5 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

Hello there I am looking for a babysitter to drop off and pick up my son from school. He is 5 years old in kindergarten. My son would need transportation to and from school. Preferably someone with a car but school is also walking distance. (10 minute walk)

Pick up at 7:30 from house and drop... More

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$20–24/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Regular afternoon sitter/nanny for sweet 3...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I am looking for weekday (5 days) afternoon help to pick my kids up after school/daycare, get them home and settled, and play with them until dinnertime - possibly driving to 1 or 2 after school activities for the 6 year old (this is TBD). 3:00 - 6/6:30 pm M-F

Start date is ASAP, and I am looking... More

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$21–27/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Morning helper

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

My 3 year old son and I are looking for a little help in the mornings! He’s very active and playful, and loves to build relationships!
You would come at 7:15am and help him finish getting ready for school, then bring him (you are able to walk, but I prefer you have a car for weather), and drop him... More

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$10–23/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 18 miles away

After School Care

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I am in need of after school care from 3:45-4:15 for my two boys until arrive arrive home from work

My younger son should arrive home around 3:45. He will need to start his homework with supervision until I arrive around 4:15. My older 11 year old is very independent and should be finishing his... More

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$12–25/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 18 miles away

Before School Care

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I’m in need of a sitter to watch my son in the morning before the school bus arrives.

Tasks will include supervision of breakfast and teeth brushing. He will need to read out loud for 30 minutes then the bus arrives around 8:15. Additional time is available after for light housework.

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$20–24/hr
Lake Zurich, IL • 5 miles away

Year-round, Part-time Nanny for 2 Amazing...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Our family is looking for a year-round part-time nanny to help with our two amazing daughters (in 7th grade & 5th grade). Our long-time nanny is looking to retire after a wonderful 5 years, so we are looking for the right caring individual to help our family part-time on a regular basis (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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