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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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$20–25/hr
Dumfries, VA • 22 miles away

Occasional childcare for an energetic 9...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Looking for childcare for an energetic 9 year old boy.
We are looking for an occasional sitter to watch our 9 year old grandson. We need someone who is honest, trustworthy, and fun. Basic duties include playing games, watching movies with him, and making sure he goes to bed on time. Someone who is... More

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$20–25/hr
Dumfries, VA • 22 miles away

Occasional childcare for an energetic 9...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

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$22–25/hr
Vienna, VA • 23 miles away

Consistent Sunday babysitter for amazing...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi! We are the Daub family. We live in the Mosaic District near Tyson’s Corner. Charlotte is an amazing and beautiful 10 month old baby girl! We are looking for a consistent weekend babysitter who can stay with us as she grows into toddler-hood.

We are looking for a great babysitter for weekend... More

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$22–26/hr
Springfield, VA • 23 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two Middle...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for two middle school children, starting April 21, with a flexible start date. The work hours are from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, 5 days a week. Time is flexible but need you here to get kids to school and ensure they get home from school. Responsibilities include driving the... More

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$16–21/hr
Sterling, VA • 23 miles away

Friendly Family Looking for AfterCare

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Hi, we’re a blended family of 5 including our 2 year old cockapoo named Leo.

Need a regular sitter to get my son off of bus, and stay with him until therapy starts.

We’d love to have someone who can also sit on the weekends as necessary

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$18–30/hr
Annandale, VA • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for three children, ages 22 months, 3 and 5. The start date is flexible, beginning from March 1, 2025. The babysitter provides care, engages in age-appropriate activities, gives meals and snacks (already prepared), and ensures safety at all times. The role includes... More

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$21–25/hr
Leesburg, VA • 23 miles away

Nurturing Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 9:00pm

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for two children, a toddler and an elementary-age child, starting on February 15, 2025. The caregiver will drive the children to activities and appointments using their own car. The role includes assisting with toilet training, managing a nanny share,... More

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$20–25/hr
Clifton, VA • 14 miles away

Growing Family seeking Part-time Nanny...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We have a very active 2-year-old boy and I am about to have our second child. We are looking to find a permanent part-time nanny to join our family starting after my maternity leave. We want to start out with occasional baby sitting so you can develop a relationship with our kids before my maternity... More

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$18–24/hr
Centreville, VA • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for adorable 4 month baby...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I have three kids - the two older ones are in school. You will be watching over the third who is a 4 month old.

I have a hybrid work schedule so I only need 2-3 times a week. I am flexible since my mom is also here and watches the baby.

Taking care of the baby
Light laundry
Clean up after... More

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$30–40/hr
Bristow, VA • 8 miles away

Morning drop off to school, once every week

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are a blended family in need of help to drive one of our kids to school in the morning (Wednesday) one week then Friday the next week. This would be the rotation.
We are looking for a responsible adult to drive our child to school, which is about is 14 miles from our home in Bristow (~25... More

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$17–23/hr
Woodbridge, VA • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our two preschool children. The schedule starts on January 24, 2025, with flexible start times from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Wednesday. Responsibilities include driving the children to activities, preparing meals and snacks, and performing light... 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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