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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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$18–22/hr
Camp Hill, PA • 14 miles away

Babysitter needed for 3 year old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

G'day,

Currently looking for a babysitter to help maybe once a month in some afternoons and evenings. My daughter is 3 years old, fully potty trained during the day and overnight, but still needs help with some wiping and reminders to go to the bathroom, especially in the afternoons and evenings.... More

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$10–15/hr
Middletown, PA • Less than a mile

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30am - 5:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for one preschool-aged child, starting on March 3, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The babysitter drives the child to activities, prepares meals and snacks, and manages light housekeeping and laundry tasks. The candidate must have their own car... More

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$19–23/hr
Thomasville, PA • 21 miles away

Provide Care and Activities for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

We are seeking a responsible babysitter for two children, aged preschool and elementary, every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, starting February 8, 2025. The caregiver supervises playtime, prepares meals, assists with homework, and ensures a safe environment. Strong communication skills are... More

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$15–19/hr
Ono, PA • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter for our three children, including an infant and a preschooler. The start date is flexible, beginning around February 7, 2025. The babysitter must be comfortable with pets and have their own car for transportation. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting... More

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$10–15/hr
Harrisburg, PA • 7 miles away

Experienced caregiver needed for toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm

We need a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting on February 10, 2025. The hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The caregiver must arrive on time, have their own car, and ensure our child is safe and happy. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, engaging in fun and... More

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$18–22/hr
Harrisburg, PA • 8 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for two preschool-aged children starting on February 14, 2025, with a flexible start date. The ideal candidate has their own car and experience with special needs. The babysitter will provide care, engage the children in activities, prepare snacks, and... More

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$18–19/hr
Harrisburg, PA • 6 miles away

As needed!

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Family of 6. 4 kids ranging from newborn to 7 years old. Mom & dad both work.

Mostly just tending to the newborn and 2 year old. Changing diapers helping with potty training etc

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$18–22/hr
Harrisburg, PA • 6 miles away

Part-Time Babysitter Needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

We're looking for a reliable part-time sitter for our 2-month-old daughter. Days/times vary, but I may be able to work with your school or work schedule if you're looking for something to do on the side. Responsibilities include feeding, diaper changes, cuddles, and age-appropriate wake-window... More

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$17–20/hr
Mechanicsburg, PA • 14 miles away

Part Time Sitter for Pre-School age kids,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a sitter to come to our home one or two days a week to watch our daughter (age 2) and son (age 5). Son is in preschool 9-230 so gone most of the day.

Crafts, books, play both inside and outside.

Parents both work at home most of time and take care of breakfast and lunchtime... More

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$20–30/hr
Mount Joy, PA • 14 miles away

Part-time sitter for a lively 8 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are a 3 person family with a lot of pets. We have 2 dogs and 5 cats, all of which are very people friendly. Mark works from home and Sam works part time when she is not taking care of Wesley.
We need the sitter to just watch, play, feed, change and do general care with Wesley, in the home. Would... More

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How much do in-home child care providers make?

Why are in-home child care taxes important?

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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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