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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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$18–21/hr
Canyon Country, CA • 24 miles away

Seeking Babysitter with Car for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! I am looking for a babysitter to help me with my preschool child starting on October 27, 2025. You will be responsible for engaging my child in fun activities, homework assistance, and maintaining a safe environment.

It is important that you have a car for daycare pickup/drop-off and... More

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$14–25/hr
Palmdale, CA • 20 miles away

Babysitter needed for preschool child on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm

Hello,
We need a babysitter for our preschool child. The job starts on October 20, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. You will play with our child, prepare snacks, and help with simple activities. We want someone who can keep the environment safe and fun. Your... More

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$19–22/hr
Lancaster, CA • 19 miles away

Support Four Children with Special Needs...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi! We need help with our four kids aged preschool, elementary, and middle school. You'll supervise daily activities, help with homework, and organize fun games. You should have a car to take them to playdates or activities. Experience with special needs is important, as one of our kids requires... More

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

Infant Babysitter Needed – Full-Time to...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

We’re seeking a caring, reliable babysitter for our 7-month-old in Santa Clarita. This is a 6-month position: full-time Nov–Mar (Mon–Fri ~9–5pm.), then part-time starting April. All major holidays off. We work from home and are available for support while giving you space to bond with the... More

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$10–13/hr
Lancaster, CA • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 3 Elementary Kids,...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

be getting one of my daughter on the bus at 630 then the other 2 kids to school by 720 i am also looking for someone that is flexible with pay since i am just starting a new job hope to hear from u soon

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$20–25/hr
Lancaster, CA • 19 miles away

Lancaster Behavior Technician

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

Start a fulfilling journey at ALP, supporting children and teens with autism.

Responsibilities:
- Learn directly from Board Certified Behavioral Analysts how to provide therapy to children and families in need of support
- Teach communication skills, social skills, self-help skills, and play... More

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$25–28/hr
Lancaster, CA • 19 miles away

Reliable sitter speaks Spanish for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 9:30am

Hi! We are looking for a babysitter for our two children, aged preschool and elementary. The position starts on October 24, 2025. You will work Mondays and Wednesdays, from 5:30 AM to 9:00 AM. It’s important that you have a car, as you may need to drive the kids to activities. You should speak... More

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$19–25/hr
Lancaster, CA • 19 miles away

Drive and supervise two kids, ages...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30am - 4:30pm

Hi there! We're looking for a babysitter for our two children, ages in elementary and middle school. You will prepare meals, help with homework, and engage them in fun activities. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 4:30 AM to 4:00 PM, starting on October 1, 2025. A reliable car is a must, as you... More

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$20–27/hr
Castaic, CA • 23 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Young Kids in...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/07

6:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for two children, one infant and one preschooler, starting on November 7, 2025. The schedule is flexible, starting at 6:00 PM and ending at 11:00 PM. The babysitter provides safe and engaging care, supervises playtime, prepares light meals, and assists with bedtime routines.... 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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