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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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$18–19/hr
Powhatan, VA • 18 miles away

Care for Toddler by Preparing Meals, Light...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting around February 8, 2025. The schedule is flexible. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, maintaining a clean environment, and assisting with toilet training. The ideal candidate engages with our child through play and learning... More

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$14–19/hr
Henrico, VA • 21 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Middle School Child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

I’m seeking a reliable babysitter for one middle school child for occasional nights out. The babysitter prepares healthy meals and snacks and ensures a smooth bedtime routine. She is independent but I’m just looking for someone to stay with her when I would be out later. Responsibilities include... More

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$20–24/hr
Midlothian, VA • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting around February 1, 2025, with some flexibility on the start date. The sitter will care for one child, focusing on safety and engagement. Duties include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and providing fun activities. The ideal... More

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$20–24/hr
Henrico, VA • 21 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for our two children aged preschool and elementary. The start date is flexible, beginning February 4, 2025. Responsibilities include helping with homework, assisting with toilet training, and preparing meals and snacks. Light housekeeping tasks such as tidying play... More

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$12–20/hr
Glen Allen, VA • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter / Mommy's Helper to...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter to care for an infant and an elementary schooler (occasionally and after school), starting on April 1, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The hours are from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday with an hour for lunch. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks,... More

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$20–24/hr
Henrico, VA • 25 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Drives Kids, Prepares...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our three children, ages 7, 11 and 14. The position ideally starts on or before February 11, 2025 (flexible start date). Work days are Tuesday and Wednesday from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM. Responsibilities include driving the children, preparing meals and snacks, and light... More

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$20–24/hr
Midlothian, VA • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for my toddler &...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

I am a single mother with 2 kids. I work full time so I can really use some help with my toddler & preschooler

Drop kids off in the morning. Periodically I will need kids picked up and an evening sitter

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$20–24/hr
Manakin Sabot, VA • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring and responsible babysitter for our two children, ages toddler and preschool. The start date is flexible, starting on April 4, 2025. The job includes preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and providing sick care when needed. You will drive the children and handle... More

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$15–24/hr
Glen Allen, VA • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a reliable tutor to care for our two elementary-aged children. The start date is in the summer. The tutor will assist with tutoring and manage a learning pod. Responsibilities include teaching them creative writing, reading, spellings, engaging in educational activities, and... 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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