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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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$16–19/hr
West Lafayette, IN • 22 miles away

Drive and Care for Two Kids with Pets,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for two children in elementary and middle school. The job starts on March 24, 2025, with a flexible start date. Duties include caring for the children during the week, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM. Responsibilities involve driving the kids to school and... More

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$17–22/hr
Whitestown, IN • 17 miles away

Part Time Babysitter / Nanny needed -...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Small young family - no pets. One toddler.
Own home, TV and WiFi available as well as baby sitter / nanny can work from our home if needed.

Watch the 15 month old, play with her, and put her down for nap. Meals will be prepared by us, so feed her on time and give her whole milk on time (also... More

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$19–23/hr
Whitestown, IN • 17 miles away

Looking for occasional sitter for busy...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible occasional sitter for our toddler while I work from home, and for occasional date nights starting on or after February 20, 2025. Our daughter just turned 2- she loves an active playmate, messy play: paints, coloring, being busy!

The ideal candidate is patient, attentive, and... More

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$20–26/hr
Zionsville, IN • 21 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for 3 Kids:...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for three children, ages preschool and elementary for the summer, with potential to continue during the 2025-2026 school year. The schedule includes Monday to Friday from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM. The sitter drives the kids to activities, helps with homework, and provides tutoring... More

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$10–15/hr
Lafayette, IN • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for a sleeping beauty

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00am

Christian ex military family who also owns 1 cat who is super friendly and loves cuddles. Our daughter is very outgoing and has no siblings. We are bilingual in Spanish and English

Our daughter will be sleeping so just watch over her as she sleeps . WiFi food and amenities will be available for... More

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$19–23/hr
Brownsburg, IN • 22 miles away

Occasional sitter for two boys!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are a family of 4 with one on the way! Our boys are fun, loving, toddlers (1.5 & 3).

Occasional sitter to watch the boys during date nights, events, etc. This would usually include feeding, playtime, and putting to bed.

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$10–16/hr
Whitestown, IN • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for our infant starting on February 17, 2025. The job is from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Mondays and Tuesdays. The caregiver must have their own car and experience with multiple children. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, playing, and ensuring... More

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$16–20/hr
Dayton, IN • 19 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for 3 Kids,...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 10:30pm

We need a babysitter for three children, aged toddler to elementary, starting on March 1, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 10:30 PM. Duties include providing care, helping with homework and tutoring, preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, supporting toilet... More

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

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We want a caring babysitter to start on or after March 1, 2025, for our two children, ages toddler and preschool. The babysitter ensures a safe and nurturing environment while engaging the children in play and learning activities. Responsibilities include helping with toilet training, managing... More

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$15–23/hr
Sheridan, IN • 21 miles away

Experienced Babysitter for Toddlers and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for two young children, aged toddler and preschool. The position starts on February 28, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The caregiver must have experience with multiples and special needs. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime... More

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How much do in-home child care providers make?

Why are in-home child care taxes important?

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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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