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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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$17–18/hr
Torrington, CT • 22 miles away

Babysitter wanted for three elementary...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for three elementary-aged children, starting on March 31, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. Responsibilities include providing a safe and engaging environment, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and... More

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$22–26/hr
Pleasant Valley, NY • 16 miles away

Seek Babysitter for Preschooler on Weekday...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a flexible babysitter for one preschool-aged child. The role begins on March 10, 2025, and covers Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Responsibilities include driving the child to activities, preparing meals and snacks, and supervising playtime. The ideal... More

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$10–17/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 20 miles away

Safe and Caring Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 8:00pm

We need a babysitter for one infant, starting on March 3, 2025. The schedule is Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The babysitter will care for the child, ensuring safety and comfort. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, playing, and following a routine.... More

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$21–25/hr
Red Hook, NY • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler Starting...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter starting on February 20, 2025, for our toddler. The sitter must have their own car and be comfortable around pets. Responsibilities include keeping our child safe and engaged, preparing meals and snacks, and following a bedtime routine. The ideal candidate is patient, caring,... More

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$10–15/hr
Hyde Park, NY • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 9:00pm

We need a babysitter for two children on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Saturdays/Sundays 12-9 starting on February 15, 2025. The caregiver is responsible for playing with the children, preparing snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. The job includes managing bedtime... More

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$21–25/hr
Rhinebeck, NY • 19 miles away

Occasional sitter for 14 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi - I need a sitter for when we need some extra help! I’ll usually be home but working in another room

Looking for a playful babysitter to hang with our daughter - you might help with meals, bed time, cleaning up after her, reading books, changing diapers

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$12–16/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 20 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Needed for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter starting March 1, 2025, for one elementary-aged child. The sitter must have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and ensuring the child's safety and well-being. The sitter engages the... More

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$22–26/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a reliable babysitter to care for our preschool child starting on February 18, 2025. The babysitter will supervise playtime, help with snacks, and support learning activities. They should be comfortable with pets, as we have a friendly dog. The babysitter must have their own car for... More

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$22–26/hr
Wappingers Falls, NY • 25 miles away

Caring babysitter needed for infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for our infant. The schedule is Fridays from 1:00 pm to 5:00 PM, every other Friday. There is a possibility for more days and hours in the future.The sitter cares for one child and must be comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include feeding, changing, and playing with the... More

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$22–26/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant; Own...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for our infant starting on February 14, 2025. The babysitter drives their own car and is comfortable caring for pets in our home. Key responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, putting the child to bed on time, and performing light housekeeping tasks. The... More

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$20–25/hr
Patterson, NY • 24 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek an experienced babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting on February 9, 2025, with a flexible start date. The babysitter provides care, engages in play, and helps with homework as needed. Experience with multiple children is essential, as the role includes a nanny share arrangement.... More

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$21–22/hr
Torrington, CT • 22 miles away

Looking for immediate help

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 7:00am (flexible)

Fun energetic toddler who loves bikes, cars, and play time. Seeking for full time babysitter

Meal prep, tidy house after play time, play and prepare child for bed overtime

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$15–25/hr
Torrington, CT • 22 miles away

Looking for energetic and creative...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

My daughter is an amazing, talented young lady. She will be 11 in April. I work long hours in the medical field and my boyfriend is usually working and running his businesses too. We need help occasionally during the week and as it gets warmer we’re adding weekends too.

We would need help with... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

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