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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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$15–19/hr
Saint Johns, PA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting on or after January 17, 2025. The sitter must have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, ensuring a safe and engaging environment, performing light housekeeping tasks, and managing bedtime... More

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$15–19/hr
Blakeslee, PA • 18 miles away

Full-time Sitter for one energetic toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 8:30am (flexible)

loving family of 4 who likes to be active lifestyle needs a kind nurturing person who is flexible.
Overnight position, Light cleaning, and dropping child off at the bus.
The schedule would be alternate weeks, One week would be Monday&Tuesday Night, then Saturday, Sunday of that same week, Next week... More

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$15–25/hr
Aquashicola, PA • 5 miles away

Part-time sitter for two fun-loving young...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello, I am a stay at home mom to two wonderful and funny children, an inquisitive and social 4 year old boy along with our goofy and playful 2 year old girl. We are new to the area and also have two dogs.
Responsibilities would include playing with the children and offering enrichment through a... More

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$12–15/hr
Northampton, PA • 18 miles away

Part Time Sitter for 2 amazing children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

10year old girl
9 year old boy
Need morning walk or ride to bus stop and same for after school
Transportation, assist with Homework, social, games, reminders, tutoring
To basketball practice

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$15–21/hr
Northampton, PA • 18 miles away

Thursday morning sitter needed for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 1:00pm

We have 2 girls - Sloane (3) and Willa (2). Sloane is in preschool from 9-1130 on Thursdays.
Watch the kids. Limit screen time. Do crafts and learning activities. Clean up the toys when done. Help them with lunch time (no need to cook) and nap time.
Open to having the sitter stay until 4PM depending... More

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$20–30/hr
Saylorsburg, PA • 19 miles away

Part time sitter, 4 kids are varying ages.

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Stay at home Mom and Dad who works hybrid. 4 kids, 13 year old boy/girl twins, 9 year old boy, 5 year old girl.
Mostly keep an eye on the younger two. The older two can help with things as well.
Looking for chances for husband and wife to get evenings out together.

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$10–22/hr
Aquashicola, PA • 5 miles away

two days a week for very advanced toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

currently work three days a week, have another baby on the way but would love in home care.
Let my dog out, care for my child(ren) and engage in activities that involve skills and learning

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$10–15/hr
Slatington, PA • 12 miles away

Morning sitter 2-3x/week

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We live in Slatington (18080). The kids are 8 and 11 and are quite well behaved.
Looking for a sitter who can help get the kids on the bus 2-3 mornings/week. The days vary but I have the schedule several months in advance. Hours are 6AM until the second child gets on the bus around 8:40AM.

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$18–22/hr
Lehigh Valley, PA • 25 miles away

Part time Driver sitter for a 5 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am

Myla is 5 years old can be very shy, she loves a routine and consistency
Drive to school and pick up In the morning Myla will be ready for school by 8:30 and need to be dropped off her pick up time is 3:20 and needs to be brought home

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$12–20/hr
Bath, PA • 19 miles away

Need a caring & reliable sitter for a 1yo

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Hi, we are looking for a sitter for our 1yo boy 2 days a week, from 830p-430p. Start and end times may vary. Must be comfortable with pets as we have 2 dogs at home.We may also need help with light housekeeping when baby is asleep, and easy meal preparation for his breakfast and lunch.

We need a... More

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$18–22/hr
Allentown, PA • 22 miles away

Sitter for 11 year old with beautiful soul...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We are family of 3 we have 2 german shep dogs very sweet our daughter is 11 and also sweet. My husband and I both own business's and very busy during upcoming new year.
help with pick up from school and get homework started. Need 3x week. On occasion we need help during evenings but that will be... More

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$12–15/hr
East Texas, PA • 25 miles away

Part time nanny for 5 month old baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a part time nanny for Tuesdays every week for our 5 month old son. We need someone who is energetic and is willing to take the time to entertain him and engage him in play! Also walks around the neighborhood!

Someone with Christian values is a plus !

Feeding, play time, tummy time,... More

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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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