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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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$25–35/hr
Fremont, CA • 20 miles away

Looking for responsible driver & babysitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for two children, ages elementary and middle school, from June 2, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The babysitter will have a valid driver's license and drive the children to activities. Responsibilities include preparing... More

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$28–35/hr
San Francisco, CA • 24 miles away

Babysitter for 1yo and 3.5yo needed in SF...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We're looking for a babysitter based in San Francisco, who is available 6-midnight when we go out on date nights. First nights 4/21 and 4/22.

Our children are 1yo (girl) and 3.5yo (boy) who get along great and love playing with each other. Girl can take a little time to get used to new... More

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$25–27/hr
Pleasanton, CA • 14 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Needed for Preschooler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a recurring sitter for our preschool aged son starting in May. Anticipate 8-10 days per month (Monday- Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM on weekdays). Start options are flexible. Responsibilities include mealtime supervision and facilitation of structured table-top activities such as... More

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$27–35/hr
Union City, CA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Twins

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm

We seek a babysitter for our 6 month old twins (boy/girl) from May 1, 2025. The schedule includes Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM however these days/times may change. The candidate needs experience with multiple infants, owns a car, and is comfortable with nanny shares.... More

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$26–30/hr
Castro Valley, CA • 11 miles away

After-school care for a loving 7 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We’re a friendly family of 3 in Castro Valley. We have a 7 year old boy who is in Elementary school. We need a sitter for after school hours 5-8 p.m. to drive him home, do bath, dinner, sometimes homework etc. Will also need the sitter to do the child’s laundry, keep his toys and closet organized,... More

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$18–25/hr
Oakland, CA • 12 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for our two children, ages preschool and elementary. The start date is flexible, but we aim for April 26, 2025. Your main tasks include watching kids for a couple of hours for a couple of hours while dad goes out occasionally, and ensuring their safety. You will also manage... More

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$27–36/hr
San Francisco, CA • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant from...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

We’re looking for up to two nurturing, reliable nannies in San Francisco to support our Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) by covering daily breaks and stepping in during occasional absences. Must be comfortable caring for a newborn, following a parent/NCS-led routine, and assisting with light baby... More

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$20–35/hr
Oakland, CA • 11 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 2 Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a reliable live-in or live-out babysitter for two children, an infant and a preschooler. The job starts in August, with flexible start dates. Responsibilities include transporting the children, engaging them in activities, and ensuring their safety. The babysitter also performs... More

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$19–31/hr
Kensington, CA • 14 miles away

Preschool sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Busy parents with one imaginative and active kiddo! Non-pet household, lots of snacks!

Play with/engage, coordinate dinner and/or snacks, and put to bed our preschool kiddo!

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$16–19/hr
San Francisco, CA • 23 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Preschooler: Meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for our preschool child starting on March 17, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM every day of the week. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, ensuring our child is safe and engaged, and completing light housekeeping tasks. The ideal... More

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$10–30/hr
Walnut Creek, CA • 4 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Flexible Schedule...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our 7 month old starting on or after January 26, 2025. The sitter will care for one child, ensuring safety and comfort during playtime, feeding, and diaper changes. Depending on the timing, the sitter will put baby to bed, which includes bath time as part of the... More

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