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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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$16–20/hr
Maryville, TN • 13 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool, starting April 14, 2025. The schedule is flexible, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The babysitter drives their own car and is comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include supervising play, assisting with... More

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$18–19/hr
Knoxville, TN • 24 miles away

Transportation ONLY needed for 15 and 11...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My husband and I work full time. We have a 15 year old daughter and 11 year old son plus a peekapoo dog.

I travel for work and looking for help after school for May and during the summer. We are only looking for help with pick up and drop off needs.

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$18–19/hr
Knoxville, TN • 23 miles away

Babysitter needed for two middle school...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

We need a babysitter for two middle school children. The job starts on May 12, 2025, from 3 PM to 6 PM, Monday through Thursday. You must have your own car to drive the kids to activities and appointments. Comfort with pets is essential, as we have animals at home. Your main tasks include... More

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$15–22/hr
Sevierville, TN • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler with Car and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting on April 15, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule includes Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and engaging in educational... More

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$18–22/hr
Knoxville, TN • 24 miles away

Babysitter wanted

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 5:30pm

I am a mom of 2 kids! A 4 year old boy and 2 year old girl. Going back to work soon and need a sitter!

Helping kids with toilet, changing diaper of my 2 year old. Playing with the kids!

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$17–21/hr
Greenback, TN • 22 miles away

Half-time turbo for when I can go out and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00am

We are a very loving and careful family, maintaining peace is one of our very important traditions.

I want to find a nanny who can take care of my daughter while I work and the days I can go out.

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$12–16/hr
Townsend, TN • Less than a mile

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter for our toddler, starting on March 31, 2025, with a flexible start date. The babysitter watches our child during playtime and helps with learning activities. They ensure our child feels safe and cared for, manage bedtime routines, and provide comfort as needed. The babysitter... More

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$18–22/hr
Sevierville, TN • 22 miles away

Night time sitter for 2 lil cuties

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

2 year old daughter and 9 month old son. I’m a 23 year old single mom who works nights I stay with my mother and have a dog named lily who’s 3

Just sit and listen during bed time hours, nightly bottle feedings and diaper changes, early morning tv clearly and chil

I work night 10pm to 5am

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$10–14/hr
Sevierville, TN • 22 miles away

Caregiver needed for three elementary...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for three elementary-aged children on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, starting April 5, 2025. The sitter supervises and engages the children in activities and tutoring, ensuring safety and fun. Light housekeeping duties include tidying up after the... More

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$10–20/hr
Knoxville, TN • 23 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 7:30am (flexible)

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our toddler. The schedule is flexible, starting on April 2025, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 AM one to two days a week. Your main responsibilities include feeding dinner, assisting with toilet training, and putting the child to sleep. You must have your own car for... More

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$19–23/hr
Knoxville, TN • 23 miles away

Responsible Babysitter with Car for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter to care for one middle school child starting March 24, 2025, with a flexible start date. The hours are from 5:00 am to 7:00 am, Monday through Friday. The sitter must have their own car and experience with special needs. Responsibilities include driving the child to... More

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$20–24/hr
Sevierville, TN • 22 miles away

Babysitter needed for 5 children, meals,...

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/03

4:00pm - 11:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for five children, ranging from infant to middle school age, on May 3, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The babysitter ensures a safe and engaging environment, prepares meals and snacks, and assists with bedtime routines. The candidate must have a valid driver's... More

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$20–50/hr
Gatlinburg, TN • 16 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Five Kids with...

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/25 - 04/26

5:00pm - 1:00am

We need a reliable babysitter to care for five children, ages from infant to elementary, on April 25, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM. The babysitter ensures a safe and engaging environment. They follow a bedtime routine and monitor sleep for all children. Experience with special needs is essential.... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

How can child care providers make extra money?

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