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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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$10–25/hr
Chester, VA • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for infant !

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

please text me if you are interested. I cannot receive messages or text you hello my name is alexis i am looking for a sitter for when my mom can’t watch my baby while i go to school she’s 4 months and a good baby for the most part

I just need you to feed her burp her keep her entertained and... More

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$20–22/hr
Richmond, VA • 11 miles away

Loving Family Seeking Compassionate and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Brought to you by Family Concierge: An experienced and reliable infant caregiver is needed to support mother of a giggly and playful 5-month-old. Care is also needed in supporting mother's tasks at home in Richmond, VA. Family shares that Naila (pronounced NY-luh) is a giggly 5-month-old who is... More

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$10–28/hr
Ashland, VA • 10 miles away

Morning and evening sitter needed for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

Hi there! I’m Lindsay! Single mom to 2 amazing and active boys. My older son is in soccer and the younger one will be starting martial arts again soon. We have one cat and one sweet pup.

Looking for morning and evening help on the days I work. Snack, making them do their chores, homework help,... More

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$18–21/hr
Richmond, VA • 8 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool Child

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter to look after our preschool child starting March 20, 2025. The start date is flexible. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, engaging the child in play and learning activities, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. The babysitter will help with... More

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$17–20/hr
Richmond, VA • 5 miles away

Seeking Babysitter to Drive, Prepare...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I need a responsible babysitter for my elementary-aged child starting on March 26, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 3 PM to 6 PM on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and 630 AM to 6PM on Saturday. The sitter must have their own car to drive my child to activities. Responsibilities include... More

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$21–35/hr
Richmond, VA • 14 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring and responsible babysitter for two preschool-aged children, starting on March 22, 2025, with flexible start dates. The babysitter will provide a safe and nurturing environment, engage the children in age-appropriate activities, and assist with daily routines. Experience with special... More

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$18–24/hr
Midlothian, VA • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 boys

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We have three boys aged 9 months, 3 and 5. We live in Midlothian. We are an active family, our boys are Montessori raised and love to read.

We’re seeking a sitter we can have regularly for weeknights and/or possibly during the week when the kids may be out of school.

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$20–24/hr
Henrico, VA • 10 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Infant on Mondays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our infant every Monday from 07:00 to 17:30, starting on March 24, 2025. The ideal candidate has their own car, multiple years of experience with infants, and the ability to provide care when the child is sick. Responsibilities include feeding, changing... More

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$24–26/hr
Glen Allen, VA • 14 miles away

Glen Allen, VA Church Needs Help with...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/26

12:00am - 6:00am

Glen Allen, VA Church Needs Help with Child Care!
Saturday, April 26: 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Paying $25/hr
To book this job, create a profile at https://www.sittertree.com/babysitters/

SitterTree is a platform that connects sitters with child care jobs paying $20-$25+/hr, plus tips! We are... More

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$19–24/hr
Richmond, VA • 15 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Elementary Child:...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a responsible babysitter for our elementary-aged child starting around April 6, 2025, with a flexible schedule. The sitter will help with homework and offer tutoring as needed. They will also care for our child during sickness, prepare meals and snacks, and ensure a safe environment. A... More

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$29–30/hr
Studley, VA • 5 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Three Children,...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for three children aged preschool to middle school. The job starts on March 8, 2025, with flexible hours from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Responsibilities include supervising playtime and ensuring a smooth bedtime routine. The sitter must be comfortable with pets and assist with toilet... More

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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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