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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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$18–41/hr
Williamsport, MD • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 girls, 4 dogs and 2...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are family of 7 with 4 dogs and 2 cats. Kids ages range from 21-12. 2 girls are twins, the 2 boys are the oldest at 17 and 21.

Get kids off bus and let dogs outside. One child is autistic and is not potty trained

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$18–39/hr
Williamsport, MD • 16 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Three Middle School...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking after school care for four days in April. Our daughter is autistic and non-verbal but fully able to communicate in other ways. A usual day would be bringing her up from the bus at 2pm and getting changed into her relaxing clothes. She is not potty trained so would also need her pull... More

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$17–21/hr
Martinsburg, WV • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for one infant. The job starts on March 4, 2025, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Mondays and Tuesdays. The babysitter provides attentive care, including feeding, diaper changes, and playtime. They ensure a safe environment and follow routines for naps and activities. The... More

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$14–31/hr
Chambersburg, PA • 17 miles away

Looking for Babysitter to Care for 3...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a caring babysitter to start on March 1, 2025, with flexible hours. You will supervise and assist three middle school children, helping with homework and preparing meals and snacks. You will also manage bedtime routines and handle light laundry tasks. Experience with multiple... More

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$14–18/hr
Chambersburg, PA • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our infant starting on or after May 1, 2025. The sitter provides attentive and nurturing care, including feeding, diaper changing, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The sitter also supports bedtime routines and can manage sick care as needed. The... More

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$15–17/hr
Hagerstown, MD • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 1:30pm

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting on February 24, 2025. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM. The ideal candidate has their own car and experience with special needs. Responsibilities include caring for our child, assisting with toilet training, and... More

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$14–20/hr
Saint Thomas, PA • 11 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 4:00pm

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for two elementary-aged children. The position starts on March 10, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The ideal candidate has their own car and experience with special needs. Responsibilities include helping with homework, preparing meals and... More

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$15–16/hr
Martinsburg, WV • 24 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool, starting on February 27, 2025. The schedule is Mondays from 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The babysitter drives the children to activities (day care), picking them from day care and helps with homework, prepares meals and snacks, and manages... More

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$16–18/hr
Martinsburg, WV • 24 miles away

Caregiver needed for three children, meal...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

We seek a caring babysitter for three children aged toddler, preschool, and elementary. The position starts on February 10, 2025, and runs from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Wednesday. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, assisting with homework, and preparing meals and snacks. The... More

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$10–20/hr
Falling Waters, WV • 17 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Children on...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 12:00am

We seek a caring babysitter for two children, ages preschool and elementary, from February 7, 2025. The schedule includes Sundays, Fridays, and Saturdays, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 PM. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing toilet training, helping with bedtime routines, and... More

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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?

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