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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
Bridgeport, CT • 19 miles away

As needed sitter for my two sons who are...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I have two boys who are very sweet and well behaved they like snacks they like the part they like games.

All I need is for the sitter to make sure my oldest is on the bus and an afternoon he gets picked up from my house. That’s what the bus comes and my youngest from daycare until I get... More

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$22–26/hr
Huntington Station, NY • 18 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Drives, Cooks, and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for our elementary-aged child starting on March 24, 2025. The schedule is flexible but requires care from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM, Monday through Friday. The babysitter drives our child to activities, prepares meals and snacks, and handles light housekeeping tasks. Candidates must... More

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

Looking for a sitter 2-3 days per week...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Looking for a sitter 2-3 days per week from 9-12 PM (3 hours) for my 4 year old son. Sitter would need to drive him to UPK which starts at 12 Noon.

Looking for a sitter 2-3 days per week from 9-12 PM (3 hours) for my 4 year old son. Sitter would need to drive him to UPK which starts at 12... More

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$10–18/hr
Shirley, NY • 13 miles away

Experienced Babysitter for Four Kids, Meal...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our four children, ages preschool to elementary. The start date is flexible, beginning on March 17, 2025. You will have your own car to transport the children. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, caring for sick kids, and managing bedtime routines.... More

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$18–25/hr
Centereach, NY • 4 miles away

Nurture Infant and Assist with Bedtime...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter starting on March 17, 2025, for our infant. The babysitter cares for the child by feeding, changing, and watching them overnight. You must be comfortable with pets in the home. You will also establish a bedtime routine to ensure the child sleeps well. Reliability, patience, and... More

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$23–27/hr
Woodbury, NY • 23 miles away

Part time sitter needed for 2 kids ages 6 & 9

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have two kids and live in Long Island and need someone who has childcare experience

Caring for kids and help with homework help kids laundry etc dinner help and clean up after school help needed

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$18–25/hr
Bridgeport, CT • 19 miles away

Weekend sitter for date nights

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi my name is Angeline, I am a 29 year old with a two year old, looking for a sitter for twice a month or more for weekends date night.

All sitter would have to do is keep my toddler company, I will most likely be leaving my house at 9-10pm he should be asleep by the time I leave and come back.... More

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$15–20/hr
Lindenhurst, NY • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We are seeking a babysitter for one infant starting on March 17, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 07:00 to 17:30, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include caring for the child, feeding, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate is... More

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$20–22/hr
Norwalk, CT • 22 miles away

In-home Childcare while Parent works remotely

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a reliable, caring, and engaging individual to provide in-home childcare for our 10-month-old baby while a parent works remotely. Responsibilities include playing with and engaging the baby in age-appropriate activities, ensuring safety, and fostering a nurturing environment. The... More

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$20–20/hr
Nesconset, NY • 8 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Children on...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children, a toddler and a preschooler, every Friday from 0830 AM to 1230PM, starting on March 28, 2025. The sitter will care for the children, engage them in play, and ensure their safety. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks and maintaining a... More

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$27–32/hr
Shoreham, NY • 8 miles away

EASTERN LI, NY - Looking for a reliable,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a sitter who is willing to commit to our family, and enjoys working with infants. Our baby will be about 4 months old when he starts daycare, around June, once I go back to work full-time (nontrad hrs). We will need additional child care in the evenings from 4-5 p.m. to 9-10 p.m.... More

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$16–20/hr
Bridgeport, CT • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am

I am seeking a reliable babysitter for my two children, aged infant and preschool. The position starts on March 17, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include engaging with the children, preparing meals, and following bedtime routines. The caregiver must have... More

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$20–26/hr
Huntington Station, NY • 18 miles away

Mothers helper/babysitter wanted now....

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

2 working parents at high demand jobs. Looking for additional help watching toddler when he gets out of school while mom works from home. Expecting baby in spring 2025 and will need more help over summer and next school year. Would also love a babysitting for the occasional date night!

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$19–23/hr
Kings Park, NY • 11 miles away

Caring, Experienced Babysitter Needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Seeking a responsible, experienced babysitter for our
2 1/2 year old girl. Must be able to change diapers (and potentially help with potty training), and be comfortable feeding child and putting child to sleep. Child is energetic and expressive. Sitter is needed weekly on Friday or Saturday... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

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