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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
Slatington, PA • 5 miles away

Busy Family Seeks Reliable Babysitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 7:00pm

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our preschool-age child. The job starts on April 12, 2025, and runs on Saturdays and Sundays from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, light housekeeping, and providing care when the child is sick. The babysitter must... More

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$10–20/hr
Ebervale, PA • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter starting April 3, 2025, for three children: a toddler, a preschooler, and an elementary student. The babysitter will have a car for transportation and will assist with tutoring and homework help. Duties include preparing meals and snacks, providing care when children... More

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$18–30/hr
Allentown, PA • 16 miles away

Caring babysitter needed for infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm

We are hiring a babysitter for one infant, starting on March 31, 2025. The hours are from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The babysitter will care for the child, which includes feeding, changing diapers, and providing comfort. Responsibilities also include preparing meals and snacks,... More

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$10–23/hr
Bethlehem, PA • 19 miles away

Just ocasional

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I just need in case I need go out with my friends the kids it’s goin sleep early is

Just stay there in case something happen the kids go bed early is just that

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$18–22/hr
Pocono Pines, PA • 23 miles away

Sitter for 2 young boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We are a family with 2 kids. One is 3 years old and other is 5 years old. 5 year old is In Kindergarten

We are looking for someone to come over to our place and take care of the kids. Our older kid will be going to summer camp and other kid will be at home. Person would have to pick up and drop... More

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$15–23/hr
Breinigsville, PA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for our toddler, starting on April 7, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets and has their own car for transportation. Responsibilities include providing care and... More

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$18–22/hr
Lehigh Valley, PA • 15 miles away

Seeking Spanish-Speaking Babysitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for our toddler starting on March 31, 2025, with flexible start times. The schedule includes Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Responsibilities include toilet training, preparing meals and snacks, and light housekeeping. It is essential that the sitter... More

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$18–22/hr
Pocono Manor, PA • 24 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/16 - 05/17

7:00pm - 12:00am

We seek a responsible babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool, starting on May 16, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM. The sitter must have their own car and experience with multiple children. Responsibilities include caring for the children's needs, engaging in playtime activities,... More

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$20–25/hr
Allentown, PA • 15 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am

We seek a responsible babysitter for two elementary-aged children. The job starts on March 17, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM, Monday to Friday. The sitter will prepare meals and snacks, assist with homework, and provide sick care if needed. Light laundry and housekeeping tasks are required. A... More

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$18–22/hr
Pocono Manor, PA • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Three Young...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/16 - 05/17

7:00pm - 12:00am

We need a babysitter for three children, aged infant to preschool, from 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM on May 16, 2025.
May 17th 9-3pm 7pm-12am
May 18th 9-2pm

The sitter drives their own car. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, engaging with the children in play and activities, and... 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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