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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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$15–25/hr
Lakewood, NJ • 8 miles away

Part time sitter on split shifts for a 6...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are an Asian (Filipino) family of 3. Me, my husband and our adorable 6 year old daughter. My husband and I are both working full time jobs so we need little hour to help look out for our daughter

We just need a sitter who will look after our daughter from 6:30am and bring her to the bus stop... More

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$22–30/hr
Freehold, NJ • 17 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 2 Children with...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 10:30pm (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for two children, ages preschool and elementary. The job starts on April 7, 2025, with flexible start times available. You will work on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 4:30 PM to 10:30 PM. Responsibilities include caring for the children, helping with homework,... More

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$22–30/hr
Freehold, NJ • 17 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a caring babysitter for our two children, ages preschool and elementary. The start date is flexible around April 7, 2025. The sitter will engage the children in fun activities, assist with homework, prepare nutritious meals and snacks, and maintain a tidy space by handling light housekeeping... More

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$12–18/hr
Howell, NJ • 12 miles away

Transport for One Child (M11) on Tuesdays

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 5:00pm

We are looking for someone to pick up our 11-year-old at home and drop him off at baseball practice in Holmdel (or Middletown if it is raining) every Tuesday, starting April 1, 2025. Practice starts at 5:00. Our son is pretty self-sufficient, but helping prepare a pre-practice snack might be helpful... More

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$12–16/hr
Howell, NJ • 12 miles away

Sitter needed in northern part of Howell...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 10:30pm

Hi are moving to the northern part of Howell in June and have a special nneeds son. He typically goes to bed at 6:00 and sleeps through the night. There isn’t much to do, other than monitor him on the iPad in the family room (there is a TV in the room), during the time we are out. Thanks .

Hi... More

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$25–30/hr
Spring Lake, NJ • 18 miles away

Summer nanny needed in Spring Lake

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

My husband and I will be staying with our two daughters at my parent’s house in Spring Lake for the summer. Extended family (cousins/aunts/uncles/etc) will also be there throughout the summer. Chaotic but fun!

We are looking for a summer nanny for my 3 year old and 5 month old daughters in... More

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$24–28/hr
Allentown, NJ • 17 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

We need a babysitter for one preschool child from April 7, 2025, on Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM. The Job includes giving our daughter her morning milk, and driving her to preschool by 7:30. Hayley is 3 and will be dressed. I will provide a car seat. The daycare is approximately a 10 minute... More

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$10–50/hr
Jackson, NJ • 7 miles away

Seeking Caregiver for Infant: Meal Prep,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for one infant, starting on a flexible date around April 1, 2025. The schedule includes Monday to Thursday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The sitter prepares meals and snacks, assists with toilet training, and manages bedtime routines. The ideal candidate has their own car for... More

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$15–20/hr
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ • 14 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant on Fridays

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant on Fridays, starting April 4, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The caregiver will provide attentive supervision, engage in age-appropriate activities, and ensure the child's safety and comfort. Responsibilities include feeding, diaper changes, and... More

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$17–22/hr
Howell, NJ • 12 miles away

Occasional Babysitter for Cutie Patootie...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We are moving to Howell in May, and we are looking to meet some great babysitters who live in the area. Mom and Dad would love a date night once a month, as well as occasional daytime care when daycare is closed or if our little guy is a bit under the weather and can't attend. Cy is an... More

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$15–18/hr
Tennent, NJ • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool. The position starts on March 25, 2025, and runs from 5:00 PM to midnight, Tuesday through Friday. Responsibilities include driving the children to activities, helping with homework, and preparing meals and snacks.... More

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$10–20/hr
Tennent, NJ • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter to care for three children, aged preschool and elementary, starting on March 21, 2025. The babysitter will play with the children, help with homework, prepare snacks, and ensure their safety. They will engage in activities that promote learning and creativity while keeping the... More

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$25–30/hr
Trenton, NJ • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2-year-old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Household with a single working mom, 2-year old daughter, a cat, and a rabbit

Part time toddler care 2pm-6pm (Tuesday-Friday) at our home in Robbinsville, NJ until July 2025

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$15–25/hr
Mantoloking, NJ • 14 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 2 Boys (11 and 14)...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for two boys age 11 and 14 The sitter must have a reliable car for driving the kids. Responsibilities include dropping off or picking up from school, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and possible overnights with business travel. The sitter should be... More

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How much do in-home child care providers make?

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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