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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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$24–28/hr
Sudbury, MA • 24 miles away

Regular 2x a week sitter for a 8yr old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We are a small family of four + a dog, we just moved here and are looking for after school care 2 days ever week.
Be at the bus stop to walk our child home (about 50ft), make a snack a spend some time with art, movie etc with our daughter until we get home. You would also be there to help our... More

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$20–26/hr
Leominster, MA • 8 miles away

Part-time sitter for a 4 years old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Family of 3, husband, 4 years old boy and myself. We also have a cat and dog

Looking for an ocasional sitter to spend some time with my son during the day (playing) so he will get used to stay with someone else besides my husband and I. I will be home at the beginning and then we will need the... More

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$13–18/hr
Auburn, MA • 17 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Preschool Child:...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter for a preschool child, starting around January 30, 2025, with some flexibility. The babysitter drives the child to learning pods and tutoring sessions. Responsibilities include helping with homework, supporting toilet training, and providing engaging activities. The ideal... More

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$24–28/hr
Acton, MA • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

We need a babysitter for three children on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, starting on January 8, 2025. The children are in preschool and elementary school. The babysitter will supervise activities, prepare meals, assist with homework, and ensure a safe environment. The role includes engaging... More

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$12–15/hr
Shirley, MA • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter starting January 20, 2025, with a flexible start date. The position involves caring for one toddler. Responsibilities include engaging in activities within a learning pod, preparing meals and snacks, and performing light housekeeping tasks. The babysitter must have... More

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$23–27/hr
Woodville, MA • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter for our infant starting January 13, 2025, with a flexible start date. The babysitter plays with, cuddles, and cares for our baby while ensuring safety and comfort. Daily tasks include feeding, changing diapers, and putting the baby to sleep. The candidate must be... More

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$20–25/hr
Sudbury, MA • 24 miles away

After-School Care for Two Kids Needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a sitter/nanny to watch our two children after school during the week from 3:00-5:30pm. Our youngest needs to be picked up from preschool at 3pm just two miles down the road. Play games around the house or walk to a nearby playground when the weather is nice plus occasional driving to... More

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$22–26/hr
Worcester, MA • 14 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Five Infants...

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our five infants starting January 3, 2025, with a flexible start date. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and ensuring a safe environment. The babysitter will engage the children in age-appropriate activities, provide comfort, and maintain a... More

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$25–40/hr
Boxborough, MA • 19 miles away

Caring Nanny for Two Children (5,10) w/...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I need a nanny for occasional coverage around work trips to care for two elementary-aged children starting from ~Feb 1, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. Ideally the candidate would have availability/experience with overnights (usually 1 night, max 2) - these would be every few months. The... More

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$12–18/hr
West Brookfield, MA • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter/Nanny Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for our two children, an infant (4mo) and a toddler (2yr in February). I need help caring for the kids on Tuesdays and Thursdays while I work from home preferably from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM but hours are flexible. Duties include caring for the children, engaging them... More

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$21–25/hr
Charlton City, MA • 21 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Preschool Child on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting on January 21, 2025. The job is on Tuesday and Wednesday from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The sitter needs to have their own car and feel comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include picking him up and driving our child home, offering... More

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$23–27/hr
Worcester, MA • 11 miles away

Seeking Flexible Babysitter for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter for our two toddlers starting on January 6, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The caregiver must have their own car and experience with special needs and multiple children. Daily tasks include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and maintaining a safe environment.... More

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$18–26/hr
Groton, MA • 20 miles away

Babysitter for our toddler three mornings...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter for our almost 2-year-old, Penny, to start ideally in January, but we are flexible on the start date. We are looking for three mornings a week, ideally Monday Tuesday and Thursday 8:00 am to 12:00 pm with some flexibility and also an option for additional time if... More

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$25–30/hr
South Grafton, MA • 21 miles away

Regular sitter for 12 years old special...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

We need a sitter to engage and play / spend time with our 12 years old son with ASD (border line) and ADHD, but fully functional.
We need him / her to be with him daily M-F from 3:30 pm thru 4:30 pm in general, but we might require additional ad-hoc times when I am on business trips, and that'd be... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

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