Find a Child Care Job in Abbottstown, PA

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.

Search for jobs, message families, and build a career you love—all for free

JOIN NOW

$14–18/hr
Camp Hill, PA • 25 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

We need a reliable babysitter for two elementary-aged children. The job starts on April 9, 2025, and runs from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, helping with homework, and possible school pickup. A valid driver's license and a personal... More

See Full Job Details

$10–30/hr
Lewisberry, PA • 18 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for 5 Middle...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 9:00am

We are seeking a responsible babysitter for five middle school children for the month of July. The ideal candidate must be comfortable with pets and have experience with special needs and multiple children. Responsibilities include driving the kids to activities, preparing meals and snacks, light... More

See Full Job Details

$15–20/hr
Hampstead, MD • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for one infant starting April 7, 2025. The babysitter provides attentive care, ensuring the child's safety and comfort. Responsibilities include feeding, diaper changing, engaging in age-appropriate activities, and putting the infant down for naps. The ideal candidate... More

See Full Job Details

$19–23/hr
York Haven, PA • 20 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Preschool Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for an occasional babysitter for our 4 year old son. Mainly date nights and occasional outings. Thinking 2-3 days or nights a month, 2-3 hours per occasion. He is fully potty trained and a joy to be with. Looking for someone that has plenty of experience, is fun to be around and... More

See Full Job Details

$14–16/hr
Camp Hill, PA • 25 miles away

Join Us as a Summer Day Camp Counselor for...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm

KE Camps is a leading provider of country club summer day camps for children aged 4-12. With locations nationwide, we create a fun-filled environment where campers explore new activities, build friendships, and make lasting memories.

We’re seeking fun, responsible, creative, and dedicated Camp... More

See Full Job Details

$18–21/hr
Emigsville, PA • 17 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Three Young Children,...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for three children, aged preschool to middle school, starting May 5, 2025. The sitter drives their own car and can help with nanny sharing. Duties include supervising playtime, assisting with homework, and preparing meals and snacks. The babysitter engages the children... More

See Full Job Details

$10–13/hr
Fairfield, PA • 22 miles away

Provide attentive care for my 4 month old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 11:00am

We seek a responsible and caring babysitter for our infant child. The role starts on April 5, 2025, and occurs every Friday nights into Saturday from 6:00 PM to 11:00 am the babysitter provides attentive care, including feeding, diaper changing, and soothing the baby. The sitter also engages in... More

See Full Job Details

$18–25/hr
Westminster, MD • 23 miles away

Occasional sitter for 7yr old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are a family of 5 living in Westminster, MD. My husband, myself, our three sons ages 17, 13, and 7, and our two dogs. Seeking occasional care for our 7yr old intelligent, energetic, strong-willed child that seeks out attention, interaction, and mischief. Silly boy with a great sense of humor and... More

See Full Job Details

$20–24/hr
Hampstead, MD • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for two preschool-aged children starting on April 25, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter uses their own car for transportation and is comfortable with pets in the home. Responsibilities include engaging the children in play and activities, preparing snacks, and... More

See Full Job Details

$20–35/hr
York, PA • 23 miles away

Attend to Two Young Children, Including...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a caring and responsible babysitter for two children, an infant and a preschooler, starting on April 8, 2025, with a flexible start date. The babysitter watches the children, ensures their safety, and engages them in age-appropriate activities. Responsibilities include feeding, changing, and... More

See Full Job Details

$17–24/hr
York, PA • 18 miles away

Reliable babysitter needed for 3 toddlers;...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/16

12:00am - 6:00am

We seek a responsible and caring babysitter (ideally 2) for three toddlers (2 boys and 1 girl) from May 16, 2025, noon to 6 PM. My sisters and I are bridesmaids in our younger sister's wedding and our husbands are also in the wedding. We need childcare during photos and through the duration of the... More

See Full Job Details

$16–18/hr
Mechanicsburg, PA • 23 miles away

Babysitter for 1 Energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

need help to keep my 2.5 year old daughter occupied with learning activities, conversate with her and really become her favorite person - while Wife and I work. We work from home. We live in mechanicsburg. Pay negotiable. If you are interested , would like to meet you in person before we make a... More

See Full Job Details

Child Care FAQ

How much does it cost for child care providers to use Sittercity?

How much do in-home child care providers make?

Why are in-home child care taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as an in-home child care provider?

When do child care providers work?

How do child care providers find jobs?

What are things child care providers do with kids?

How can child care providers make extra money?

Child care jobs in your area

Top cities

Atlanta Austin Baltimore Boston Charlotte Chicago Cleveland Columbus Dallas Denver Detroit Hartford Houston Los Angeles Miami Minneapolis New York City Philadelphia Phoenix Portland San Diego San Francisco Seattle Tampa Washington D.C.

By state

Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut District of Columbia Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Missisippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming

Find a Child Care Job in Abbottstown, PA

Refine Results

Other Care Types

Child Care FAQ

How much does it cost for child care providers to use Sittercity?

How much do in-home child care providers make?

Why are in-home child care taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as an in-home child care provider?

When do child care providers work?

How do child care providers find jobs?

What are things child care providers do with kids?

How can child care providers make extra money?

Child care jobs in your area

Top cities

By state