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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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$10–23/hr
Caledonia, MI • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler, Must...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for our toddler starting on February 9, 2025. The babysitter creates a safe and engaging environment for our child, plans fun activities, and prepares simple meals or snacks. The role includes changing diapers and supervising playtime. The ideal candidate has their... More

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$20–24/hr
Ada, MI • 20 miles away

MWF After School Nanny- August start -...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

PT nanny in Ada for 4 kids (girls 12 & 10, boys 8 & 4), beginning August 2025. This is a long-term position, NOT summer-only. M/W/F 3:30-6:30. Ideal match can be silly but also firm, is on time with activities/schedule, is flexible, mature, responsible and organized. Nanny will be responsible for... More

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$18–22/hr
Middleville, MI • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 beautiful girls!

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We have three daughters that are beautiful, fun, and full of energy. Looking for someone to help with occasional babysitting so we are able to take date nights. With the new baby and school there is potential for this to grow into a more consistent nanny type position.

Watch the girls on date... More

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$10–13/hr
Portland, MI • 11 miles away

Kind and Patient Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a caring babysitter to take care of our preschool-aged child starting on or after January 27, 2025. The main responsibilities include engaging with our child in age-appropriate activities, preparing simple meals, and assisting with toilet training. The babysitter should provide a safe and... More

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$19–23/hr
Caledonia, MI • 21 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Preschool Child with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a responsible babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting on January 25, 2025. The sitter will supervise, engage in play, and provide a safe environment. The sitter helps with bedtime routines and ensures the child follows daily schedules. It is important for the sitter to have their... More

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$17–21/hr
Middleville, MI • 18 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Kids, Flexible...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a dedicated babysitter to care for two children, ages toddler and elementary. The start date is flexible, but we would like someone to begin around January 31, 2025. The babysitter will supervise playtime, assist with meals, help with homework, and ensure a safe and engaging... More

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$18–22/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 25 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for three children, ages preschool to elementary. The schedule starts on January 20, 2025, with flexible start dates, and includes Monday to Friday from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM (Times flexible but must be available from 2:45-4:30 at least 3 days). Responsibilities include... More

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$10–15/hr
Delton, MI • 24 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Infant Care...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting February 9, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The sitter will supervise and care for one child, ensuring their safety and well-being. Responsibilities include feeding,... More

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$10–20/hr
Grand Ledge, MI • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

We seek a caring babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting on January 7, 2025, with flexible start dates. The schedule includes Mondays to Thursdays, from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Responsibilities include driving our child to activities, preparing meals and snacks, and providing care when the... More

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$20–25/hr
Grand Ledge, MI • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for our 4 kids!

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are a busy family that loves to travel, but need some regular help when we are home.

I need help typically one day a week, plus date night. My husband and I also travel and so we need someone who is comfortable doing multiple overnights.

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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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