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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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$26–33/hr
Morgan Hill, CA • 8 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter starting June 29, 2025, to care for our infant. The babysitter should engage and play with the child, ensure safety, and meet basic needs such as feeding and diapering. The role includes light housework related to the child, such as cleaning toys and preparing... More

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$28–32/hr
San Jose, CA • 25 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Needed for 4...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our four children, ages 5, 5, 10, and 12. The start date is flexible, with a beginning on June 27, 2025. The sitter must have their own car and experience with special needs (high functioning autism and ADHD). Responsibilities include supervising playtime,... More

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$28–32/hr
San Jose, CA • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter starting on June 30, 2025, for one preschool-aged child. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks, ensures a safe environment, and engages the child in fun and educational activities. The ideal candidate has their own car for transportation. The babysitter will be responsible... More

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$28–32/hr
San Jose, CA • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on June 27, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter provides attentive care, ensuring the child's safety and comfort. Duties include feeding, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The sitter also cleans up after meals... More

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$10–26/hr
Salinas, CA • 24 miles away

In need of a babysitter for our daughter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Our family loves to enjoy time doing things together and exploring fun activities for our daughter.

I would appreciate someone who enjoys doing activities with little ones such as crafts or imaginary play.

We currently live in Monte Bella and she I’ll be finishing preschool soon therefore we need... More

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$20–25/hr
Santa Cruz, CA • 22 miles away

Occasional sitter for one happy baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We live in the beautiful Santa Cruz mountains, near the Happy Valley elementary school. We have one happy baby boy who is 3 years old. The main activities include playing with him indoors and outdoors, feeding him, giving him a bath, and putting him to bed.

We are looking for an occasional... More

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$20–23/hr
San Jose, CA • 21 miles away

Flexible Babysitter in San Jose

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

This is Jovie! We’ve been around for over 20 years, offering childcare to families across 37 states and almost 200 locations across the U.S. Our families need your joy, your sense of fun and your childcare know-how.

What You Get Out of a Job at Jovie:
• Steady Paycheck: $20-23/hour
•... More

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$35/hr
San Jose, CA • 25 miles away

3 hours x 3 days/week of playing, talking...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting on or after January 6, 2025. The sitter can preferably SPEAK ARABIC! It's all about playing, reading, singing, etc... No need to change diapers or anything else, but just have fun with her! :-)

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$24–35/hr
Watsonville, CA • 13 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschooler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for our preschool child starting on May 25, 2025, with a flexible start date. The caregiver drives the child to activities, prepares meals and snacks, and manages bedtime. The position also includes light laundry tasks. The ideal candidate has... More

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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?

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