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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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$10–15/hr
Michigan City, IN • 11 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler, Meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for our toddler starting on February 1, 2025, with some flexibility in the start date. The babysitter will engage our child in activities, provide a safe environment, and oversee daily routines. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks,... More

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$18–22/hr
Crown Point, IN • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Infants...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/22 - 02/23

8:00pm - 4:00am

We are looking for a caring babysitter to care for two infants on February 22, 2025, from 8:00 PM to 4:00 AM. The babysitter will ensure the safety and comfort of the children, prepare bottles, change diapers, and assist with bedtime routines. Experience with multiple infants is necessary, as is... More

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$20–24/hr
Hammond, IN • 22 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

We seek a caring babysitter for our toddler, starting on February 4, 2025. The schedule is flexible, working Monday to Friday from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM. The role includes supervising playtime, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate has their own car, is... More

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$11–20/hr
Merrillville, IN • 17 miles away

Occasional babysitter for a 4.5 year old...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

In search of an occasional babysitter for our 4.5 year old son and 1 year old daughter.

Engage with our children. Assist in cleaning up after them after meal times, etc

Merrillville, IN

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$10–11/hr
Portage, IN • 8 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

We are seeking a babysitter for our toddler and after school care for our other son. Looking to start asap or on February 3, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Responsibilities include caring for our child, assisting with toilet training, providing sick care, and... More

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$21–25/hr
Hobart, IN • 13 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for our two children, ages preschool and middle school, starting on January 31, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter must have their own car for transportation. Daily tasks include preparing meals and snacks, supervising playtime, assisting with homework, and managing... More

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$20–24/hr
Gary, IN • 20 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 7:00pm

We need a babysitter for two children, a toddler and an elementary school student, starting on January 13, 2025. The hours are from 2 PM to 7 PM on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The babysitter helps with homework, prepares meals and snacks, and manages bedtime routines. Light housekeeping is also... More

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$17–21/hr
Chesterton, IN • Less than a mile

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring and reliable babysitter for two preschool-aged children, starting around January 18, 2025, with a flexible start date. The ideal candidate has experience with special needs and caring for multiples. Responsibilities include providing a safe and engaging environment, preparing meals... More

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$15–25/hr
Hobart, IN • 13 miles away

Part-time Sitter for two children Pick-up/...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a family of four with two children —one school age girl (6yrs) and one toddler boy (18mo)— in a two working parent household. We’re looking for a reliable, relatable, cpr certified sitter who has a clean driving record, who can provide transportation for our children to and from school/... More

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$17–21/hr
Crown Point, IN • 22 miles away

Part time sitter needed for two sweet...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/18

5:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

We are looking for a helpful fairy to take care
Of our little mermaids while mom and dad are at work . Hours are Wednesday - Thursday 5:30am-8:30am and 4pm-6:30pm .

This is a trial babysitting gig in lieu of the above ongoing job.

Watch children
Assist with meal prep for lunches 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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