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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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$13–23/hr
Chesterton, IN • 15 miles away

Provide Care and Meals for Preschool Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our preschool-aged child starting on April 11, 2025. The babysitter will prepare meals and snacks, engage in play and learning activities, and follow a bedtime routine. The role requires supervision to ensure a safe environment and to encourage creative... More

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$20–27/hr
New Buffalo, MI • 12 miles away

Caregiver needed for crew of five kiddos...

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/12

7:00pm - 11:00pm

We're looking for a fun, responsible, and experienced babysitter for a one-time evening gig. While there are 5 kids total, the two youngest (7 months and 15 months) will already be fast asleep when you arrive. You'll be caring for the older three: a curious 2-year-old, a creative 4-year-old, and a... More

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$18–22/hr
New Carlisle, IN • 15 miles away

After School Sitter- Pick up from school...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter for our two daughters, ages 5 & 8. The job starts in Aug 2025. Work hours are Monday to Thursday, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM EST. The babysitter would need to pick children up from Olive Elementary School and bring them home. The ideal candidate has their own car and is... More

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$15–20/hr
South Bend, IN • 23 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Evenings and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30am - 12:30pm

We seek a reliable nanny starting April 11, 2025, for one infant. The schedule includes weekday and weekend evenings. Responsibilities include preparing bottles, providing sick care, and managing bedtime routines. The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable with pets. If you enjoy... More

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$18–20/hr
South Bend, IN • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant Care, Meals,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30am - 12:30pm

We seek a babysitter for our infant starting on April 11, 2025. The schedule is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 12:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Responsibilities include ensuring a safe environment, managing bedtime routines, preparing meals and snacks, and providing care when the child is sick. The ideal... More

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$20–24/hr
La Porte, IN • 2 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Elementary...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for one elementary school-aged child. The start date is flexible but expected to begin around March 28, 2025. Responsibilities include supervising and engaging the child in activities, preparing meals, helping with homework, and ensuring safety at all times. The... More

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$15–24/hr
Hanna, IN • 14 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Almsot 3 Year Old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

We are searching for someone interested in caring for our daughter for a few hours (8AM - 11AM) on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Preferably looking for someone with a flexible schedule, as the days where my husband's schedule and my own collides often changes. I will be... More

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$49–50/hr
Michigan City, IN • 11 miles away

Monday and Tuesdays. 8-5 $50 days 9mo girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Hello I am separated mom in the area looking for a sitter for the full day. My daughter is easy to take care of. Food and entertainment will be provided in my home or I can do drop offs. I can pay $50 a day and can talk about paying more depending on circumstances.

Change diapers. Bottle feed and... More

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$17–25/hr
Valparaiso, IN • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for one infant starting on March 31, 2025, with a flexible start date. The babysitter drives to our home and ensures the child’s safety and comfort. Responsibilities include heating up meals and snacks, following a bedtime routine, and assisting with toilet training. Light... More

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$15–20/hr
South Bend, IN • 22 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

Hello we are the Anderson’s!! Big family of 9 2 under 4 yrs the rest 10 and above.
We need a sitter to tend to our 2 little ones for a couple hours and drop them off at daycare by 730 am so the sitter must have their own reliable car and a valid driver's license. Duties will include diaper change... 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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