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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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$21–25/hr
Springfield, MA • 16 miles away

Nanny Needed for 3 Kids: Meal Prep, Light...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter for three children, including an infant and a preschooler. The position starts on April 22, 2025, with flexible scheduling, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Responsibilities include participating in a nanny share, preparing meals and... More

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$20–25/hr
Westfield, MA • 13 miles away

Occasional care for our two girls. Must be...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We have two girls who generally play well together. They enjoy games, coloring and crafts as well as lots of outside play including swimming. We have two furry but very friendly Golden Retrievers who are quiet and crate trained.

I’m a stay at home mom but looking for occasional care for one... More

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$22–27/hr
Northampton, MA • 2 miles away

Recurring, flexible 10 hrs/week daytime...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

I am a single parent of a delightful kiddo born January 2025. I have one sweet and chill cat.

I’m looking for someone I can depend on to take excellent care of my infant while I get some regular breaks from caregiving while I am on maternity leave through mid-July. Days and times are flexible.

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$15–24/hr
Southwick, MA • 20 miles away

Babysit a Toddler and Care for Pets,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 12:00pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for one toddler from July 7, 2025, Mondays through Thursdays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The babysitter will engage the child in play, assist with snacks, and ensure a safe environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets, as we have animals in the home.... More

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$20–24/hr
Ware, MA • 21 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Preschool Child on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 3:00pm

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting on April 14, 2025. The schedule is every Monday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The babysitter must have their own car and be comfortable around pets. Responsibilities include caring for our child, preparing snacks, engaging in... More

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$16–17/hr
West Springfield, MA • 14 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Infants...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

We need a babysitter for two infants every Saturday from 1 PM to 5 PM, starting on April 19, 2025 every other Saturday ! You will care for the children by feeding, changing, and engaging them with age-appropriate activities. You must have your own car to transport the kids safely to their dad’s... More

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$20–21/hr
Springfield, MA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter starting on April 7, 2025, for one preschool-aged child. The caregiver drives their own car and has experience with special needs. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. The sitter engages in... More

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$20–24/hr
West Suffield, CT • 22 miles away

Sitter on Wednesday evenings from May...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

My name is Keri and my husband is John. We have boy/girl twins that will be 4 in June! Also, have a 13 year old pug mix pup!

I’m looking for a sitter on Wednesday nights from 5/14 through 6/18 from about 4pm - 9:30/10pm to watch our nearly 4yr old twins while we have our golf league. If interested... More

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$20–24/hr
Amherst, MA • 9 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 12:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our toddler from April 7, 2025. The schedule includes Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The ideal candidate has experience with multiple children, owns a car, and speaks both Spanish and German. The sitter will engage the child in... More

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$10–21/hr
Springfield, MA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting on April 8, 2025. The babysitter cares for one child, ensuring a safe and engaging environment. Responsibilities include preparing simple meals, following a daily routine, and organizing age-appropriate activities. The babysitter also supervises... More

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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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