Find a Child Care Job in Buffalo, MN

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.

Search for jobs, message families, and build a career you love—all for free

JOIN NOW

$18–25/hr
Monticello, MN • 8 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Young Kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 7:30pm

Looking for child care for my 2 children twice a week. Looking for someone who can do some light housekeeping while watching the kids and is okay around animals because I have 2 dogs

See Full Job Details

$11–26/hr
Osseo, MN • 19 miles away

Need help with folding laundry and meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have 2 kids that both go to daycare. My husband and I work on-site 4 days per week. On Fridays, while the kids are away in school I am looking for some house help.

I need help folding our laundry and chopping up veggies and meat for meal prepping.

See Full Job Details

$20–24/hr
Rogers, MN • 15 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Infant...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a regular babysitter for occasional date nights, for our two daughters, 9 months and 2 years. The babysitter must have their own car, experience with multiple children, and CPR certified. Responsibilities may include preparing and serving meals and snacks (no allergies), providing... More

See Full Job Details

$22–30/hr
Osseo, MN • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed to Care for 2 Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter starting March 3, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter cares for two children, aged preschool and elementary. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and ensuring a safe and engaging environment. The ideal candidate has... More

See Full Job Details

$22–26/hr
Osseo, MN • 21 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Three Children with...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for three children, aged toddler to middle school, starting on March 11, 2025. The sitter prepares meals and snacks, engages in age-appropriate activities, and ensures a smooth bedtime routine. The ideal candidate has experience caring for multiple children,... More

See Full Job Details

$22–30/hr
Long Lake, MN • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I am looking for a babysitter to care for my two children, ages 2 and 4, starting on March 5, 2025. The sitter must have experience with multiple children and feel comfortable around pets (we have a 6 year old goldendoodle who is very calm). For the evening, we're looking for someone to be engaged... More

See Full Job Details

$14–27/hr
Osseo, MN • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for our infant starting on February 28, 2025. The babysitter arrives on time and provides a safe and loving environment. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and engaging the child in age-appropriate activities. The babysitter maintains... More

See Full Job Details

$20–30/hr
Excelsior, MN • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Wanted for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! My wife and I have a 3-month-old baby girl. We're looking for someone who can be available during the weekdays in the mornings and afternoons whether that's on a full-time and or on a temporary part-time basis. If we find the right individual, we would absolutely entertain the full-time... More

See Full Job Details

$20–25/hr
Excelsior, MN • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler, Meal Prep,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

I am looking for a reliable babysitter to care for my toddler for occasional date nights, weekends, etc. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, handling bedtime routines, and engaging the child in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate has their own car, is comfortable with... More

See Full Job Details

$18–19/hr
Elk River, MN • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary Kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter to care for two elementary-aged children. The job starts on February 17, 2025, with a flexible start date. The hours are from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM on Mondays. The babysitter will provide a safe and engaging environment, prepare breakfast, and assist with morning... More

See Full Job Details

$19–23/hr
Delano, MN • 10 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter for our preschool-age child starting on February 10, 2025, with some flexibility on the start date. The babysitter is responsible for engaging our child in fun and educational activities, ensuring safety, and setting a bedtime routine. Preparing meals and snacks is... More

See Full Job Details

$13–18/hr
Zimmerman, MN • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for 2 Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for two elementary-aged children starting February 10, 2025, with some flexibility. You may be asked to get the children off the bus, drive them to activities, and supervise playtime. Comfort with pets is important, as we have animals in the home. You may be... More

See Full Job Details

$22–26/hr
Wayzata, MN • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/06

8:30am - 3:30pm

We need a babysitter to care for our infant from April 6, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The sitter provides attentive supervision, feeds the baby, changes diapers, and engages in age-appropriate activities. The sitter keeps the baby safe and happy, while also maintaining a clean environment. It is... More

See Full Job Details

$15–24/hr
Osseo, MN • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter starting around February 5, 2025, for two preschool-aged children. The sitter provides safe transportation in their own car, assists with homework, prepares healthy meals and snacks, and establishes a bedtime routine. Experience with nanny shares is a plus. The ideal... More

See Full Job Details

Child Care FAQ

How much does it cost for child care providers to use Sittercity?

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?

Child care jobs in your area

Top cities

Atlanta Austin Baltimore Boston Charlotte Chicago Cleveland Columbus Dallas Denver Detroit Hartford Houston Los Angeles Miami Minneapolis New York City Philadelphia Phoenix Portland San Diego San Francisco Seattle Tampa Washington D.C.

By state

Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut District of Columbia Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Missisippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming

Find a Child Care Job in Buffalo, MN

Refine Results

Other Care Types

Child Care FAQ

How much does it cost for child care providers to use Sittercity?

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?

Child care jobs in your area

Top cities

By state