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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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$21–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 2:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our infant starting around January 8, 2025. The schedule includes Fridays, Saturdays, and Thursdays from 3 PM to 2:30 PM. The babysitter will prepare meals and snacks, ensure a safe environment, and manage bedtime routines. The candidate must be comfortable... More

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$20–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 18 miles away

Part-time Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter to care for one preschool-age child starting on February 3, 2025. The work schedule is flexible with hours from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday to Thursday. Responsibilities include driving the child to activities, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a safe and... More

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$17–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 22 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Infant with Bedtime...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our infant at various times when we have night time events. Right now, we are primarily looking for help on Saturday, January 18, 2025 as we have a wedding in town. But we would love to find someone we can utilize in the future as things pop up as... More

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$12–26/hr
Shoreview, MN • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am

We need a babysitter to care for our infant on Mondays and Tuesdays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, starting January 20, 2025. The sitter will provide a safe and nurturing environment, feed the baby, change diapers, and engage in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate has their own car for any... More

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$20–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 19 miles away

Occasional sitter for diverse, high-energy...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Welcome to our family! We are a mix of ages (currently ages 1-6), with biological kiddos, adopted kiddos, and foster kiddos.

Meeting the needs of all of the kids means I am often running in different directions. I need occasional help watching some of the kids while I am busy

I need someone who... More

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$20–24/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 16 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter to care for two elementary-age children, starting on January 5, 2025, with a flexible start date. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, helping with homework, and preparing meals. The sitter must ensure a consistent bedtime routine. The ideal candidate is comfortable... More

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$21–32/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 13 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting April 1, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule includes Mondays through Thursdays, from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The babysitter will provide a safe and nurturing environment, feed the child, change diapers, engage in age-appropriate... More

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$17–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for 1 Child with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter starting on February 1, 2025, to care for our elementary-aged child. The caregiver will supervise playtime, help with homework, and engage in activities that promote learning and fun. This role includes preparing meals and snacks, doing light laundry, and maintaining... More

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$21–24/hr
Savage, MN • 23 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for 2 Young Kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hello!

We're looking for a regular babysitter to care for two children, ages 2.5 and 4.

We're flexible on the start date, but it could be as soon as this Monday January 6, 2025.

Work hours are every Monday from approximately 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. If Monday doesn't work for you, Sunday is okay... More

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$13–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for my seven year old!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Welcome to our family! We value safety, structure, and fun, especially when it comes to caring for my 7-year-old. Our weekends are about balancing engaging activities, healthy routines, and quality time. Clear communication and consistency are essential!

The sitter will be responsible of the... More

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$21–22/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 15 miles away

Flexible Babysitter for Preschoolers with...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring and responsible babysitter for two preschool-age children starting on January 7th 2025 with a flexible start date. The babysitter must have their own car and experience with multiple children. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, assisting with toilet training, preparing... More

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$50–70/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 21 miles away

Part-Time sitter for 4 easy-going kids

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Crazy,Kind and energetic
Kay is sassy,kind and loves to dance
Owen is senstive,sweet and loves cooking
Ophelia is sassy,caring and loves to dance with her big sister
Harvin is shy(at first)then funny,bubbly and loves to watch spider-man
Pick... More

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