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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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$18–20/hr
Yorba Linda, CA • 19 miles away

Looking for Occasional Sitter for 2 Boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Single mom to two little boys - my oldest is almost 4 yo and youngest just turned 2 yo.

Looking for a babysitter for occasional sitting - some mornings/nights, weekends etc.

Would love to find someone in or near Yorba Linda so they can come over in a pinch if needed.

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$23–27/hr
San Clemente, CA • 15 miles away

Caregiver needed for infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter for our infant starting June 25, 2025. The sitter will provide a safe and nurturing environment, prepare meals and snacks, and assist with light laundry related to the child. Daily tasks include changing diapers, engaging in age-appropriate activities, and monitoring the... More

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$25–29/hr
Buena Park, CA • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for our two children, ages toddler and elementary. The schedule is from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, starting June 30, 2025, with some flexibility. The ideal candidate must have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include... More

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$23–25/hr
Irvine, CA • 8 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary Kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We are looking for a babysitter/nanny for two elementary-aged children. The schedule is flexible, starting August 4, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. We need the nanny to pick up the children after school, assist with homework, and provide tutoring as needed. They prepare... More

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$15–20/hr
Corona, CA • 20 miles away

Drive and Care for 2 Kids, and Prepare...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 3:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for two children, ages kindergarten and elementary, on Tuesdays and Fridays to start from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM to allow the kids to get familiar with you starting July 11, 2025. The babysitter picks up kids from school and drives them straight home, the baby... More

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$18–20/hr
Laguna Hills, CA • 4 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant in...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a responsible babysitter starting June 28, and possibly June 30th 2025, for our infant. The caregiver ensures safety, feeds and play with baby, and follows a consistent bedtime routine. The sitter is comfortable with pets and can transport themselves to our home. They engage with our child... More

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$15–22/hr
La Habra, CA • 25 miles away

Caring Babysitter for Toddler: Prepare...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a once in a while/part time or on-call babysitter for our toddler starting as soon as possible. The schedule is flexible. The babysitter will care for one child and must have their own car for transportation. Responsibilities include reheating meals or giving snacks, assisting... More

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$23–24/hr
Brea, CA • 21 miles away

Babysitter Needed for One Elementary Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter starting June 25, 2025, to care for one elementary-aged child. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks and ensures the child eats healthily. They drive the child to activities and handle pickups as needed. The babysitter maintains a consistent bedtime routine,... More

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$16–21/hr
Murrieta, CA • 23 miles away

Pick up 2 kids from school and take home

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 4:00pm

We need someone to pick up two middle school children M-F at 3PM beginning August 11, 2025. Must have own car/insurance and be comfortable with pets (dogs at home). We can either have this be a simple pickup/drop off position from 3-4pm OR from 3-6:30pm to stay with them at home and help with... More

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$23–27/hr
Laguna Niguel, CA • 9 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Two Sweet...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a caring babysitter for two boys, ages 2 and 5, starting around June 23, 2025. The schedule is flexible. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with bedtime routines, and supporting toilet training. The ideal candidate is comfortable with dogs and has their... More

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$23–27/hr
Irvine, CA • 7 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for two elementary-aged children starting around July 20, 2025. The schedule will be based on camp schedules during summer and will move to after-school hours mid-August. The babysitter picks-up from camp or school, drives the kids to activities, prepares... More

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$15–20/hr
Irvine, CA • 7 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddler: Drive, Meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for our toddler starting July 14, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule includes Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Responsibilities include driving our child, preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, light housekeeping, light laundry, and... More

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$15–18/hr
Costa Mesa, CA • 14 miles away

Summer helper needed!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Fun, easy going, family of four! We’re looking for extra summer time help!

We try to find a win-win with the sitter and find activities they have in common with our girls!

Flexible hours and schedule 2-3 hour shifts!

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$16–18/hr
Yorba Linda, CA • 19 miles away

Backup Nanny for an year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Looking for a backup caregiver/nanny for a 15- month old baby boy living in Yorba Linda. We need someone over the holidays, occasional weekends, or on days when daycare is not available.

Job responsibilities-
- Feeding & Meal prep as needed
- Changing diapers and cleaning the baby
-... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

How can child care providers make extra money?

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