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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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$20–25/hr
West Boylston, MA • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for our two children, an infant and a toddler, starting on April 9, 2025. The caregiver supervises and engages with the children during playtime, prepares meals, and maintains a safe environment. The sitter changes diapers, helps with nap routines, and interacts with... More

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$12–20/hr
North Brookfield, MA • 16 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello, we are in need of a babysitter for our 5 year old. This is as needed for date night. However I will need a sitter who is able to take them to school for about week at the end of the school year. We have a car they can use. This could move to more hours in afternoons afterschool. We seek a... More

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$19–25/hr
East Brookfield, MA • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant on Weekends...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30am - 7:30am

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting April 15, 2025. The job occurs on Saturdays, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 2:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, changing diapers, and engaging the child in age-appropriate activities. The babysitter... More

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$20–22/hr
Gilbertville, MA • 10 miles away

Part time sitter needed for active infant...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

Quiet family who loves the outdoors and the lives their own lives together as one!

Care for both children, play time and be active with them. Prepare snacks as needed along with bottles/juice cups.

Tuesdays and Fridays 1:30pm-4:30pm
Saturdays have a rotating schedule of
Week 1 12:00pm-... More

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$20–25/hr
Worcester, MA • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary Kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our two elementary school children starting May 13, 2025, with flexible start dates. The job is from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM, Tuesday through Thursday. The babysitter brings their own car for transportation needs and assists the children with homework. Responsibilities... More

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$17–22/hr
Worcester, MA • 23 miles away

Hire Babysitter for Infant Care, Light...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant arriving in June, starting on September 7, 2025, with hours from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Mondays and Wednesdays. The role involves caring for one child, providing a safe and nurturing environment. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and... More

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$22–26/hr
Worcester, MA • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Children with...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our two children, ages preschool and elementary. The position starts on April 1, 2025, with flexible scheduling. You will work Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 4:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Responsibilities include driving the children to activities, helping with... More

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$20–24/hr
Amherst, MA • 17 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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$10–20/hr
West Warren, MA • 18 miles away

Experienced long-term Kid/Pet/House sitter...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

We need a sitter IMMEDIATELY!!!
- Schedule: Every TUES 6p to 8/830p. Monthly date nights typically 5 PM to 2 AM and house/pet sitting for any family trips that may arise.
- Kids: Two children, ages 6 and 15. Responsibilities incld. but are not limited to driving the kids to activities (must have... More

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$16–27/hr
Fitchburg, MA • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter to care for two children, an infant and a toddler, starting on March 24, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter prepares meals and snacks, supports toilet training, and follows bedtime routines. The ideal candidate engages the children in age-appropriate activities,... More

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$18–24/hr
Ashburnham, MA • 19 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Drives, Cares for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting on March 31, 2025. The schedule includes weekdays from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Your responsibilities include caring for one child, preparing meals and snacks, and driving to activities. You must have your own car and be comfortable around... More

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$18–27/hr
Leominster, MA • 23 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Cares for 4 Kids,...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our four children, aged elementary to middle school, starting on April 5, 2025, with a flexible start date. The babysitter will supervise daily activities, prepare meals and snacks, assist with bedtime routines, and ensure a safe and engaging environment. Comfort... More

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$15–30/hr
Leominster, MA • 23 miles away

Part time sitter needed starting mid...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Family of 4 , 2 kids living in Leominster . 3 year old and a 5 year old

Looking for as part time sitter for the next three months February through
April

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

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