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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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$20–25/hr
Oak View, CA • 13 miles away

Part-time sitter needed for Mondays and some Fridays

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

Hello sitters! WFH mom looking for a reliable babysitter for my 1 yr old toddler on Mondays and every other Friday. My 3 yr old preschooler will also need care on some Fridays when his school is closed. The start date is November 16th, but flexible if you're the right person to help us! The hours... More

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$20–50/hr
Ojai, CA • 15 miles away

Seeking a one-night babysitter for 3 children, ages 1, 2 and 4.

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/21

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Hello! We need a babysitter for three children ages 1- 4. The schedule starts on November 21st, from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM while we are at dinner. This will be at the Ojai Valley Inn in one of our rooms and we will be onsite for dinner. The ideal candidate has experience with multiple children.... More

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$27–38/hr
Santa Barbara, CA • 7 miles away

We need a babysitter for our toddler on January 5th from 8 AM to 1 PM

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 01/05

8:00am - 1:00pm

We’re looking for a babysitter for our toddler. The job starts on January 5th, with hours from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Your primary duties include keeping our child safe, engaging in play, and preparing simple meals. You’ll need to be patient and attentive to their needs. Light cleaning up after... More

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$10–25/hr
Ventura, CA • 19 miles away

Seeking experienced babysitter with a car for two children

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We’re looking for a reliable babysitter for our two young children, aged infant and pre-school. You need to have experience with multiples and a valid car for local activities.

The job starts on December 14th but we can adjust the start date if needed. Your main tasks will involve... More

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$27–31/hr
Goleta, CA • 20 miles away

Babysitter needed for two children, has a car, starts November 2nd

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We want a responsible babysitter for our two children, aged infant and preschool. The job starts on November 2nd, but we can be flexible with the start date. Your main tasks will include supervising playtime, preparing meals, and helping with nap times. You will also take the children to local... More

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$24–25/hr
Oxnard, CA • 23 miles away

Looking for a reliable sitter for two children after school

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hello, we need a babysitter for two children in preschool and elementary school. This role starts on October 27th, but we can adjust the start date. The hours are from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. You must have a car and multiple years of babysitting experience. Your... More

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$29–30/hr
Goleta, CA • 20 miles away

Babysitter needed after school on Mondays and Tuesdays each week!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 4:30pm

Hello! I am looking for someone who can pick up my daughter from school on Mondays and Tuesdays! My daughter is a delightful little girl who is 5 years old. The job starts on October 19th and runs on Mondays and Tuesdays. The hours are from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM.

Since she needs to be picked up you... More

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$25–35/hr
Ojai, CA • 15 miles away

Seeking a reliable babysitter for two children, age infant and toddler

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/22

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

Hello! I am staying at Ojai Valley Inn for the week of thanksgiving and am looking for a consistent babysitter for an 8-month-old and a 19-month-old cousins staying at the hotel. We are looking for the following dates and times: (1) 11/22/2026, 5:30 pm to 9 pm; (2) 11/23/2026 8:30 am to 2 pm AND... More

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$22–28/hr
Goleta, CA • 20 miles away

Drive and supervise two children after school on weekdays

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters, We’re looking for someone to help with our two children, aged elementary and high school. You need to have a car for school pick-ups and activities (which they have a lot of! :) We need someone who can help with picking kids up from school and driving to various activities in the... More

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Child Care FAQ

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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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?

Child Care jobs near Carpinteria, CA