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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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$22–26/hr
Lancaster, CA • 13 miles away

Babysitter needed from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 3:30pm

Hi! We’re looking for a babysitter for our elementary-aged child. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM, starting on August 13th. You will pick up our child from school and assist with homework or playtime. It’s important that you have a car for transportation. We expect... More

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$20–22/hr
Lancaster, CA • 13 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Elementary Kids on Flexible Evening Schedule

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/22 - 08/23

9:00pm - 2:00am (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter for two elementary-aged children on August 22, 2026, starting at 9:00 pm. The job may include an evening shift starting anytime after 9:00 PM and ending at 2:30 AM. You should be comfortable around pets 2 cats, gentle and you might not even see them since they’re shy... More

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$22–26/hr
Palmdale, CA • 1 mile away

Babysitter needed for two young children with a flexible start date

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi, we are looking for a babysitter for our two children, aged infant and toddler. You need to have a car for transportation. Your main tasks include feeding, changing diapers, and playing with them to support their development. The schedule starts on August 10th, but we can be flexible with the... More

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$23–27/hr
Santa Clarita, CA • 23 miles away

Seeking a babysitter for two preschool children, one with special needs

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We're looking for a responsible babysitter to help with our two preschool children. The job starts on August 10th and runs on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. You must have a car to pick up the kids from school. Experience with special needs and caring for multiple children is... More

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$15–25/hr
Lancaster, CA • 13 miles away

Seeking a babysitter for two children from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 4:30pm

We're looking for help with two children aged toddler and preschool. The sitter must speak Spanish to support language development.

The schedule includes Monday through Thursday from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM, beginning on August 10th. Responsibilities include engaging with the children in play,... More

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$10–20/hr
Canyon Country, CA • 25 miles away

Occasional Babysitter Needed for One Preschool Child with Special Needs

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a caring and experienced babysitter for our preschool-aged child with special needs. The position starts on August 2, 2026, but the start date is flexible. You will be responsible for engaging our child in activities, ensuring their safety, and providing support as needed. Prior... More

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$19–23/hr
Pinon Hills, CA • 24 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter with Car for Two Kids Starting August 5, 2026

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter starting on August 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM for our two children, who are in elementary and preschool. The ideal candidate should have experience with special needs and must have their own car for transportation. Responsibilities include providing a safe environment,... More

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$25–29/hr
Santa Clarita, CA • 23 miles away

Babysitter needed for toddler, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

Hi! We're looking fpr Support with school pickup and drop off.Mon-Fri: 8 AM-8:30 AM and then pick up: 4 PM-4:30 PM. This would require you to pick me up first. I live 14 mins from the school it’s 5.7 miles each way. Then we would pick up my daughter from school and finally drop us off at home. Would... More

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$22–26/hr
Palmdale, CA • 9 miles away

Babysitter needed for infant, August 24th-August 27th, 8 AM to 4 PM, must drive

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/24

8:00am - 4:00pm

Hello sitters! We need a reliable babysitter for our infant August 24th-August 27th. The hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It's important that you have a car and feel comfortable around our cat. You will focus on attending to our child's needs, including feeding and playtime. Your role does not... 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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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?

Child Care jobs near Palmdale, CA