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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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$12–20/hr
Auburn, WA • 17 miles away

Seeking Responsible Babysitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for our preschool child starting on March 18, 2025. The babysitter will provide safe, nurturing care and engage our child in age-appropriate activities. Daily tasks include preparing meals, assisting with toilet training, following bedtime routines, and ensuring a... More

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$18–20/hr
Puyallup, WA • 11 miles away

Nurturing Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a responsible and caring babysitter for our preschool child starting on April 4, 2025 for every other Friday and date night type situations. The sitter must have their own car and be able to drive our child to activities. Daily tasks include preparing healthy meals and snacks,... More

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$21–25/hr
Spanaway, WA • Less than a mile

Babysitter Needed for Toddlers on Tuesdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a caring babysitter for our toddler, starting on March 18, 2025. The schedule is flexible, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable with... More

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$22–26/hr
Tacoma, WA • 9 miles away

Nanny needed for school drop off and pick...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We seek a caring Nanny to get the 7 and 9 yo off to school and then sit with a 5 month old boy. I work 4 10 hr shifts so it would be Monday through Thursday. Need someone ASAP.

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$25–29/hr
Kent, WA • 23 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a reliable babysitter for two children, an infant and a kindergartener. The schedule starts in September (I could only just June as the latest date), and is flexible, with hours from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM, seven days a week. Responsibilities include driving the children, preparing meals and... More

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$23–27/hr
Gig Harbor, WA • 21 miles away

SUMMER DREAM JOB ALERT! Camp Director...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

KE Camps is the leading provider of summer camps for country clubs nationwide. We partner with over 230 private clubs all over the country to implement traditional-style day camps for elementary-aged children. Our Staff are the backbone of our programs and therefore, we pride ourselves on giving... More

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$10–20/hr
Olympia, WA • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for one infant starting on May 5, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Responsibilities include supervising the child, preparing meals, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate must have... More

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$15–20/hr
Federal Way, WA • 16 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

I am seeking reliable, responsible, loving and caring babysitter for my infant daughter. I am a single mother of 1 and I will need a babysitter for short time for appointments, errands and things and for future needs up to 2 hours approximately or more. The caregiver will provide attentive care,... More

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$20–26/hr
Seattle, WA • 23 miles away

Part time Sitter for my toddler daughter.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi, my name is Seville. I have a toddler daughter, she is 2 years old.

1.Breakfast: Help with self-feeding and clean up.
2.Free play: Supervise and ensure safety during play and dance/singing.
3.Lead activities: Art, sensory play, music, and movement.
4.Potty breaks: Assist when... More

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$20–25/hr
Tacoma, WA • 13 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter starting on March 17, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The position requires care for two children, aged toddler and preschool. The workdays are Monday and Tuesday from 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The ideal candidate has their own car and feels comfortable with pets.... More

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$21–25/hr
Lakewood, WA • 8 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter to care for our toddler daughter starting March 9th 2025, with a flexible start date. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets and has their own car. Responsibilities include engaging the child in age-appropriate activities, preparing meals and snacks, and performing light... More

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$21–25/hr
Roy, WA • 9 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddler, Meal Prep,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 2:30am (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting on March 9, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with shifts from 2:30 PM to 2:30 AM on Sundays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. The sitter engages our child in safe, fun activities, prepares meals and snacks, and follows a bedtime routine.... More

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$10–20/hr
Lakewood, WA • 10 miles away

Part-Time Sitter For 1 Boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

A military family of 3, with one son who is currently 4 years old. My husband is active duty and I a medical professional currently in school.

Please, engage with my son with educational activities to boost his imagination and creativity.

We will only need assistance occasionally, however we can... More

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$25–30/hr
Olympia, WA • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for energetic kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re an active family with a 6yr old boy and 13 month old girl. We have two large dogs that get along well with people.

Entertaining our active 6 yr old who loves to read and bike outdoors. Our 13 month old isn’t walking but will be any day now! Light meal prep and sometimes bedtime are... More

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