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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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$20–23/hr
Bonney Lake, WA • 23 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for a Sweet 1-year Old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We have a sweet 1 year old boy who is energetic, loves music, being silly, playing peek-a-boo and walking all around the house. We need a nanny who can come regularly 1 day a week (Fridays), and potentially additional days for 6-8 hours a day. This would include playing, going on walks/park as... More

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$10–20/hr
Silverdale, WA • 24 miles away

Caring Nanny for 3 Young Children

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

Must have base access!! We seeking a reliable nanny to care for three children, ages toddler to preschool. The start date is flexible but will begin around Jan 29th 2025 (start date is flexible) ,. The ideal candidate has their own car, prepares meals and snacks, and drives the children as needed.... More

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$18–25/hr
Renton, WA • 23 miles away

Date night sitter for fun toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for date night care for our 3 year old son. He's an energetic boy who loves to play, go outside, and, when he's comfortable, talk your ear off. :)

Since this is date night care, routine would include finishing up dinner with minor cleaning, getting ready for bed, reading time, and... More

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$27–33/hr
Seattle, WA • 21 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a babysitter for our infant starting on early June, 2025, with flexible scheduling, ideally to last for at least a year. The job runs from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include caring for the baby (2 months+ old), changing diapers, preparing bottles,... More

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$25–32/hr
Seattle, WA • 25 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler to...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am

We need a reliable babysitter for one toddler, starting on January 6, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday. The sitter prepares meals and snacks, assists with toilet training, and helps with light housekeeping and laundry. It is important to keep the child engaged in safe activities and... More

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$16–25/hr
Seattle, WA • 24 miles away

Seeking a single nanny/baby sitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're looking for a long term nanny/baby sitter for our 20 month old baby girl from January 2025 for Fridays. (We are in a nanny share from Monday -Thursday and really love the current arrangement. We are looking for long term care on Fridays.)
Location: Madison Valley (near Cafe Flora),... More

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$21–22/hr
Tacoma, WA • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

We seek a caring babysitter starting February 3 2025, to care for our infant. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 0900 am 5:00PM. Responsibilities include feeding, changing, and engaging the child in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate has experience with infants and has reliable... More

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$20–28/hr
Seattle, WA • 21 miles away

Part Time sitter for one energetic infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

My wife and I are both working parents who currently can still help baby sit during the day. However, we ten to get busy with meetings and needing to travel for work. So we are looking for an experienced part-time sitter who can come entertain and take care of our 6 month infant while we work from... More

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$17–19/hr
Tacoma, WA • 14 miles away

Loving Family Seeking Fun, Flexible Nanny...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

Hello! We’re a fun-loving family looking for a kind, energetic, and flexible nanny to care for our sweet son. He's calm, fun, and loves to play with toys, read books, and enjoy his day! The schedule is likely Monday-Thursday, about 15-20 hours a week, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Flexibility is... More

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$22–26/hr
Seattle, WA • 25 miles away

One time sitter needed for a sweet 2.5 y/o...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 03/02

12:00am - 5:00am

My husband and I have a 2.5 year old and live in Denver! We'll be coming to Seattle for a concert at Tractor Tavern and need care for our son while we're at the show. I'd like to feel comfortable with our sitter prior to the show and am starting to look now. We will need the sitter to feed our 2.5... More

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$19–21/hr
Lakewood, WA • 13 miles away

Seeking an energetic nanny for 2 great and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We’re a family of 4. We’re also expecting another one on the way. Our kids are ages 4 and 8. We like to have quality family time everyday and make time to prep fresh and healthy meals. We believe in having a tidy, clean house. I like to keep kids engaged in activities that will help them develop new... More

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$25–28/hr
Seattle, WA • 25 miles away

Seeking an occasional babysitter for our 5...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re are a single family in Ballard/Sunset Hill looking for an occasional babysitter for our 5 year old M-F after 2:45pm.

We’re looking for a caring and responsible after-school babysitter for our 5-year old son an occasional basis. We’re located in Ballard/Sunset Hill. The days and times we... More

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How much do in-home child care providers make?

Why are in-home child care taxes important?

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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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