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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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$20–24/hr
Champion, PA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 01/17

9:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for two toddlers starting on January 17, 2025. The hours are flexible, beginning at 9:30 AM and ending at 5:00 PM. The sitter will focus on ensuring the children's safety, engaging them in fun activities, and meeting their daily needs, such as meals and naps. A reliable car is... More

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

Caring and Active Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter starting December 31, 2024, for our preschool-aged child. Your main duties include supervising playtime, preparing meals, and assisting with daily activities. You engage our child in educational games and reading time. You ensure a safe environment and manage... More

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$19–20/hr
Bradenville, PA • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for Homework Help and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 8:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for one elementary-aged child. The job starts on January 10, 2025, with flexible scheduling. Hours are from 09:00 to 20:00, covering all days of the week. The babysitter drives the child to activities, helps with homework, provides sick care, and manages bedtime routines. The... More

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$19–23/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 25 miles away

Caring Babysitter for Three Children, Flex...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a dependable babysitter for our three children, aged infant, toddler, and preschool. The job starts on December 23, 2024, with some flexibility in the start date. Duties include safely driving the children, managing bedtime routines, and preparing meals and snacks. The ideal candidate has... More

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$20–25/hr
Dravosburg, PA • 19 miles away

2 day a week (10 hours total ) sitter...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

My wife works at home full time so she will always be here to help if needed! We have a 6 year old golden retriever who is super sweet that will be here as well.

Play and keep occupied our soon to be 1 year old daughter. Feeding and changing when necessary.

Flexible 10-3 Tuesday and Thursday... More

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$15–18/hr
Champion, PA • 18 miles away

Seeking a fun and compassionate babysitter...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello, my name is Leigh and my husband Tom and I travel to ski at Seven Springs many times throughout the year. We have two daughters ages 4 and 1.5, and we’re hoping to find a reoccurring sitter who can babysit while we go skiing! We have a small dog and a condo near seven springs. Thank... More

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

Sitter needed for energetic, curious...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

We are a family of 4, with a 2 year old and 6 month old. They are both in daycare 2 days a week, but we need help on their off days.
Provide care for our daughters on their days off from daycare. No housekeeping or meal prep would be required.

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$19–23/hr
McKeesport, PA • 17 miles away

part-time for a cute little boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

Hello my name is Gabrielle Evans. I am a single mom of a little boy named elijah
I am just looking for someone to pick up Elijah and sit with him until I get off.

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$10–13/hr
Brownsville, PA • 18 miles away

Regular sitter needed for 2 sweet little...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Moved to PA a few years ago. Looking for someone to help out with the kids while we work

Get kids off bus in the afternoon and possibly on in the morning. Help with homework if needed. Provide snacks/meals, baths, and bedtime.

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$20–25/hr
New Stanton, PA • 5 miles away

Occasional sitter for 5yr old son, so his...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Typical 2 parent household, we both work full time, I work during the day, wife works at night. We have 2 older daughters who also work and aren’t available to babysit during the weekends. We’re just looking for the occasional date night sitter to watch our 5yr old son for a few hours.
No Special... More

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$10–20/hr
McKeesport, PA • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for two lovely children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 8:30pm

Single parent household. A family of four. I have 3 children. Raheem is 5, Zara is 8 and Ethan is 16. We have 2 cats.
Homework help, cook or serve meal, have kids brush teeth read bedtime story. They should be put to bed by 7:30/8 pm.

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$20–25/hr
Latrobe, PA • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for two children under...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Family of four looking for a reliable babysitter to allow Mom and Dad date nights.
Help with feeding the children and get them ready for bed. Watching monitors while they are asleep ensuring there safety.
Fridays and Saturday evenings.

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$10–20/hr
Monroeville, PA • 20 miles away

Looking for a hands on, gentle, and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

My husband and I have been married since 2022 and both work fully remote in the financial industry. Our family includes 4 cats, a Golden Shepherd, and our newest addition was our daughter who was born in June 2024.

We are looking for a sitter that will follow gentle Montessori parenting. You will... More

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