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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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$22–30/hr
Carmel, CA • 16 miles away

Babysitter needed for two 1 year olds from 7 PM to 11 PM starting August 28th

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re looking for a babysitter to look after our two 1 year children in our holiday rental while we’re out for dinner. The job starts on August 28th, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The children go to bed before 7pm and will be asleep during your supervision. We’re looking for someone with experience... More

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$22–30/hr
Carmel, CA • 16 miles away

Babysitter needed for two 1 year olds from 7 PM to 11 PM starting August 27

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/27

7:00pm - 11:00pm

We’re looking for a babysitter to look after our two 1 year children in our holiday rental while we’re out for dinner. The job starts on August 27th, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The children go to bed before 7pm and will be asleep during your supervision. We’re looking for someone with experience... More

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$20–27/hr
Seaside, CA • 2 miles away

Looking for a babysitter with a car for my toddler, starting August 24th

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We want a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting August 24th. The start date is flexible for the right person. You must have a car and be comfortable with our large labradoodle.

The sitter needs to be engaging and fun! You will engage our child with fun activities and ensure... More

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$22–35/hr
Salinas, CA • 11 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Infant Starting September 1, 2026

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for our infant starting on September 1st, 2026. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about play time during wake windows and comfortable walking baby in a stroller. Our baby loves storytime, independent play, and we love nap time. We hope you are comfortable with pets,... More

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$20–36/hr
Carmel, CA • 16 miles away

Looking for a babysitter for two afternoons/nights on 9/25 and 9/26

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 09/25

4:30pm - 11:30pm

Will be in town for a wedding and are looking for a babysitter to watch two children (ages 9 months and and 3 years old) for two afternoons/nights on 9/25 and 9/26.

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$22–26/hr
Carmel, CA • 16 miles away

Babysitter needed for 2 toddlers from 7 PM to 11:30 PM, starting August 27th

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/27 - 08/28

7:00pm - 12:00am

We're looking for a babysitter for two toddlers. The job starts on August 27th, from 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Both toddlers will be asleep throughout the job, so you are required to be responsible for their security in our house while we are out. Reliability and punctuality are essential for this... More

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$17–23/hr
Salinas, CA • 14 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Toddler on Weekends and Wednesdays

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 6:30pm

We need a babysitter for one toddler starting on August 3, 2026. Care is required on Saturdays, Wednesdays, and Sundays from around 10:30-11:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Your main responsibilities include supervising, playing, feeding, and ensuring the child's safety. Experience with toddlers is preferred. You... More

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$23–27/hr
Salinas, CA • 12 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter for Elementary Child with Car

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter for our elementary-aged child starting August 6, 2026, with flexible scheduling. The sitter will care for one child on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, preparing light meals,... More

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$23–27/hr
Carmel, CA • 16 miles away

Babysitter needed for two preschool children from 4 PM to 11 PM

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 10/04

4:00pm - 11:00pm

Hi! I am looking for a reliable babysitter for my 2 preschool aged daughters while my husband and I attend a wedding in town. The job would take place in our hotel room on October 4th and requires you from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. They are very sweet girls and enjoy dancing, drawing, games, books and... 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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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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