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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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$16–20/hr
Utica, MI • 23 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

We need a babysitter for two children, ages toddler and elementary, starting on May 5, 2025. The schedule is flexible, but care is needed from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Responsibilities include driving the children, preparing meals and snacks, providing sick care, helping with bedtime,... More

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$20–24/hr
Washington, MI • 18 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I am requesting childcare for my 3-year-old, who attends Elementary and has Down syndrome.
I have a proposed schedule of:
● Week 1: Friday, 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM (5 hours)
● Week 2 (and subsequent weeks): Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM (15 hours) ~40hours per month
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$10–23/hr
Marine City, MI • 12 miles away

Sitter needed for 7 month old happy baby!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are a family of 3 plus 2 dogs and a fish. We only have 1 child and he is currently 7 months old and a very happy baby. Our son loves going outside especially with the nice weather coming.

We would prefer you to watch our son at our home. We would need you Monday-Friday from 6am-3:30pm. We offer... More

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$20–24/hr
New Baltimore, MI • 13 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 5:30am

We seek a caring babysitter for three preschool-aged children. The schedule is from 5:30 PM to 6:00 AM on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, starting May 1, 2025. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks, assists with toilet training, and manages bedtime routines. Experience with special... More

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$10–20/hr
Macomb, MI • 19 miles away

Loving Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a responsible babysitter for our infant, starting March 31, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Sunday through Thursday. The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include caring for our child, supporting toilet... More

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$14–16/hr
Macomb, MI • 17 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddler on Mondays,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for our toddler, starting on April 14, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with shifts from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST on Mondays. The ideal candidate has their own car, feels comfortable around pets, and has experience with multiple children. You will supervise playtime, prepare meals,... More

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$20–24/hr
Utica, MI • 21 miles away

Provide Care and Fun Activities for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a reliable babysitter starting on March 29, 2025, to care for our two preschool-aged children. The sitter engages the kids in fun and educational activities, ensures their safety, and prepares simple meals. Responsibilities include changing diapers, helping with potty training, and... More

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$15–20/hr
New Haven, MI • 10 miles away

Evening helper needed !!

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

Hi! I am a busy mom of 3 looking for a little help for the day to run a little smoother !

Would be mainly helping around the house cleaning but also helping with homeschool,run errands if needed and light laundry if needed occasionally cooking

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$13–17/hr
Washington, MI • 18 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Cares for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 5:30pm

We are seeking a babysitter for one infant starting on May 5, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The babysitter will prepare meals and snacks, ensuring the child's nutrition. Responsibilities also include engaging the child in age-appropriate activities, ensuring a safe... More

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$10–16/hr
Shelby Township, MI • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on June 6, 2025. The schedule includes Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The babysitter provides attentive care, ensures safety, and engages the child with age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate has experience... More

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$15–20/hr
East China, MI • 9 miles away

Before/After school for Special Needs Adult

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

Looking for someone to help with my 22 year old special needs daughter. She has a cognitive age of about 3-5 years old.

Her needs include dressing, changing briefs, feeding and other self care. She is on a balanced schedule , so I need someone to get her ready for school and on to the bus M-F;... More

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