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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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$10–15/hr
Kansas City, MO • 14 miles away

Caring Babysitter Prepares Meals and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter starting January 11, 2025, to care for one elementary-aged child. The sitter prepares meals and snacks, ensuring they are healthy and appealing. The sitter engages in age-appropriate activities, supervises playtime, and helps with homework. Safety is a priority, so the sitter... More

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$19–23/hr
Belton, MO • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Four Children...

4 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 03/21

6:00pm - 11:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for four children aged preschool to middle school, starting on March 21, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The caregiver ensures safety, engages the children in playful activities, and assists with homework. Experience with special needs and multiples is essential, as... More

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$19–23/hr
Kansas City, MO • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for our two children, aged preschool and middle school, starting on December 27, 2024, but the start date is flexible. The sitter provides a safe and engaging environment while supervising play and homework. Responsibilities include preparing snacks, assisting with daily... More

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$15–18/hr
Kansas City, MO • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Children with...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I need a caring babysitter for two children, ages 7 and 12 starting on December 31, 2024 and going to Jan 3, 2025. Roughly 9 hours a day, starting at 6:30am. The babysitter arrives on time, engages with the children in fun activities, and ensures their safety at all times. Responsibilities include... More

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$15–20/hr
Kansas City, MO • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for 3 year old and 7 year...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi! We are a family of 4, my my daughter will be 3 on December 23rd, and my son is 7 and in the second grade.

We are looking for someone who can be available for monthly date nights and occasional as needed babysitting. Having someone who can sometimes be available last minute it’s beneficial for... More

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$19–23/hr
Liberty, MO • 20 miles away

Occasional date night babysitter needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

I am looking for a responsible, caring and fun babysitter to care for one elementary-aged child starting on or after December 22, 2024. I ask that you are responsible, safe, and open minded to hanging out with such a cool kid! I hope you have good communication skills and will be able to voice your... More

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$12–18/hr
Kansas City, MO • 18 miles away

Every other weekend nanny needed; One...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 7:30pm

Laid back family with two kids and two dogs. 2.5 year old and 3 month old. We have all you could ever need at home to do all day. Privacy fenced yard for dogs to be let out when needed. I used this on the other side as a babysitter and nanny for years before being a nurse and hope I can find someone... More

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$10–17/hr
Kansas City, MO • 20 miles away

7:30 pm to 3:30 am Wednesday- Saturday for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30pm - 3:30am (flexible)

I’m a single mom, my son is 2 going on 3 and very outgoing. Sweet kid usually but full of energy. He is in school while I work during the day also. He has interests in monster trucks, Spider-Man, and nature. have 1 cat who is friendly and loving.
Usually try to eat with him but dinner / snacks to... More

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$14–18/hr
Peculiar, MO • 23 miles away

Loving Companion for Two Daughters...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Seeking a part-time sitter to provide care for our children in our home. I work remotely full-time and require assistance for a few hours each day to accommodate work meetings and focused work time.
Expected hours for services would be M-F from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Responsibilities will include... More

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$18–22/hr
Kansas City, MO • 23 miles away

Date night sitter for a 9 and a 12 year old

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I have two kiddos, age 12 and 9, who are excited to have a more regular sitter they can be comfortable with.
Looking for date night sitter who can do some fun activity with the kids, feed them dinner, and get them to bed on time.
If we are a good fit, there is potential for 2-3 day baby sitting... More

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$19–23/hr
Kansas City, MO • 20 miles away

2 stay at home parents looking for a...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

Hello! We are a couple of IT professionals who work from home. We are looking for someone to care for our child from our house.

We are looking for someone to make sure our toddler can do something more then be stuck inside. Feed and water him with something more then cheese its and make sure he... More

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$15–16/hr
Leawood, KS • 24 miles away

Part-time after school driver & light...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hi! We have 2 school aged kiddos and 2 littles. We are located in Leawood.
School pick up each day, watching the 2 littles for 30 min while I do homework with the older kiddos, and then some light household chores or driving one of the older kiddos to a practice at their school.
We are very flexible... More

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$11–13/hr
Overland Park, KS • 24 miles away

Need Early Morning sitter to watch over...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Mom works out of town on occasion. Dad works at 3am till 7:30 during the time mom is away. We need sitter for those morning hours
Just sit with a sleeping 7 year old boy from 3am till about 8am in my home
Leawood KS Stateline apartments

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$18–22/hr
Excelsior Springs, MO • 23 miles away

2 days a week baby sitting while at work

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30pm (flexible)

We have 3 cats and just needing a baby sitter to watch Alec while I’m at work

Watch Baby Alec while I’m at work make sure he’s fed and plays and sleeps

Can watch him at my house while I’m gone
I have 3 cats

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Why are in-home child care taxes important?

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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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