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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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$10–11/hr
Valparaiso, IN • 20 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Four Children,...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 8:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our four children, ages toddler to elementary. The position starts on March 3, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. The caregiver drives the children to activities, assists with homework, and prepares meals and snacks. The ideal candidate has... More

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$15–25/hr
La Porte, IN • Less than a mile

Part time nanny to a toddler (with a baby...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

I’m Sarah, my husband is Jack, Jesse (m) 16 mo, Eloise (f) due in May. I’m a SAHM and Jack works Monday thru Thursday. After naptime is when I would like help because I’m pregnant and tired in the afternoons. Needs may become more once Eloise arrives, and we can revisit the schedule and money at... More

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$18–20/hr
Valparaiso, IN • 20 miles away

After School Sitter Needed for 6 Year Old...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a sitter to care for our 6 year old twins on an occasional, but frequent, need starting on May 1, 2025. The start date can be flexible.
The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable with pets (cat and small dog, both friendly). You will help with homework, prepare... More

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$13–17/hr
Knox, IN • 23 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting around February 20, 2025, with some flexibility on the start date. The sitter will care for one child, ensuring a safe and engaging environment. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and providing age-appropriate play. The ideal... More

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$10–25/hr
Knox, IN • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Seeking a reliable babysitter for two children, ages preschool and elementary. The start date is flexible, beginning around February 16, 2025. Responsibilities include providing care for children, preparing meals and snacks, supporting toilet training, and managing bedtime routines. The ideal... More

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$10–30/hr
South Bend, IN • 25 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Three Children, Meal...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our three children, ages preschool and elementary. The start date is flexible but begins around February 14, 2025. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and ensuring the children’s safety and well-being during playtime and... More

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$10–12/hr
Valparaiso, IN • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a babysitter to care for two preschool-aged children, starting on February 18, 2025, with a flexible start date. The babysitter will prepare meals and snacks, assist with bedtime routines, and support toilet training. Light housekeeping duties related to the children's activities and... More

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$15–20/hr
New Buffalo, MI • 12 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler, Meal Prep,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a caring babysitter for our toddler (1.5 year old boy) starting on February 24, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring safety. The... More

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$18–22/hr
Michigan City, IN • 9 miles away

Part time sitter for an 8 month old sweet...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hello I’m a single parent looking for a sitter to babysit my Ayva on Fridays while I’m at work. Sitter can babysit at my home with all the baby’s needs. She is 8 months old and I am 26.

Watching over Ayva in her home. She is a relaxed and easy going baby. She is fussy only when she is hungry.... More

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$17–18/hr
Wanatah, IN • 15 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

We seek a babysitter to care for two children, ages elementary and middle school, starting around March 1, 2025. The schedule includes Monday to Friday from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a safe... More

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$10–23/hr
Michigan City, IN • 9 miles away

Looking for Spanish speaking sitter to...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting February 3, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, providing tutoring, and engaging in developmental activities. The sitter must have their own car for... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

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