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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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$18–22/hr
South Bend, IN • 22 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for 2 Toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for our two children, ages toddler and preschool. The schedule includes Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, starting at 6:00 AM and ending at 7:30 AM, with a flexible start date on March 12, 2026. The sitter must have their own car... More

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$10–17/hr
Michigan City, IN • 9 miles away

Reliable sitter needed for infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We're looking for help with our infant. This position begins on March 27th, and we can adjust the start date if needed. The babysitter should have a car and feel comfortable around our small chihuahua. Your main tasks include feeding, changing, and playing with the baby. Safety is a priority, so you... More

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$18–30/hr
New Buffalo, MI • 12 miles away

Babysitter needed for two preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/18 - 07/19

3:00pm - 12:00am

Hi, I am looking for a babysitter for my two preschool children (Nayomi, 4 and Lola 3). We will be in town for a wedding, and will ask the sitter to come to the property we are renting at the new Petit Acres in New Buffalo. The job starts on July 18th, from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM. Responsibilities... More

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$10–20/hr
Three Oaks, MI • 16 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for One Elementary-Age...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a responsible babysitter for one elementary-age child. The start date is flexible, with regular care needed on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM and Sundays 10am-4pm beginning on April 18, 2026. The ideal candidate should be comfortable with pets. You will engage the child in fun... More

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$10–20/hr
Three Oaks, MI • 16 miles away

Babysitter needed for one elementary child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

Hello! We're looking for a babysitter for our elementary-aged child. The position starts on April 18th and runs on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You will engage our child in fun activities and ensure a safe environment. It’s important to be comfortable with pets, as we have a large... More

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$18–22/hr
South Bend, IN • 25 miles away

Seeking a reliable sitter for four middle...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm

We're looking for a babysitter for four middle school children. The job starts on August 3rd, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, every day of the week. The ideal candidate has a car for easy transportation. Responsibilities include supervising homework, preparing snacks, and engaging in fun activities. The... More

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$10–20/hr
Portage, IN • 23 miles away

Flexible Sitter for 2 kids (3 & 7). Meals...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hey there! My husband and I are in need of a babysitter for two children (3 and 7 years old). The three year old is potty training still and needs assistance wiping. We have a loveable husky who will need to be let outside occasionally and we also have two cats but they will not need care. We are... More

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$18–22/hr
South Bend, IN • 22 miles away

Reliable sitter needed for infant, Monday...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

Hello! We need a babysitter for our infant starting February 23rd, with a flexible start date. The schedule includes Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The role involves supervising, feeding, and changing the baby, as well as engaging in age-appropriate activities.

You must have a... More

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

Seeking sitter for toddler, weekdays 6:30...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 7:30pm (flexible)

We want a dependable babysitter for our toddler. The job starts on February 16th, with a flexible start date. The hours are from 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM, three days a week: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. You must have a car and feel comfortable with pets, as we have a medium-sized goldendoodle to care... 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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