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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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$25–26/hr
Canyon Country, CA • 25 miles away

Seeking reliable babysitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

Hello, I am looking for a reliable babysitter for our preschool child. The job starts on April 28th, and you will work from 5:30AM to 7:30 AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 4:30 AM to 7:30 AM on Fridays. You need to have a car for transportation. Responsibilities include daycare drop-off between... More

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$21–25/hr
Rosamond, CA • 24 miles away

Looking for Reliable Babysitter with Own...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/17 - 04/18

12:00am - Overnight (flexible)

We need a responsible and caring babysitter for our three children, including a toddler and two in elementary school. The start date is flexible, we are having a baby soon and need care for our 3 kids while we are in the hospital. The sitter must have their own car for transportation. Your duties... More

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

Looking for Responsible Babysitter for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting April 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM. The start date is flexible. You will care for one child and ensure their safety and well-being. You should have your own car to transport the child if needed. Familiarity with pets is important, as we have pets at... More

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$10–11/hr
Lancaster, CA • 11 miles away

Babysitter needed for three children,...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We are looking for someone to help us with our three children, who are in toddler and elementary age groups. The job starts on April 4th, but we can be flexible with the start date. Just need someone to stay with them while they sleep overnight.

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$10–21/hr
Rosamond, CA • 24 miles away

Looking for a sitter for my elementary...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

Hi, we're looking for a babysitter for our elementary-aged child. The job starts on May 18th, but we can be flexible. You will need to arrive by 5:30 AM and stay until 3:30 PM on Mondays and Fridays. A reliable car is necessary for this position. Our small dog is in the home, so you should be... More

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

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for 2 Kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter for two children aged elementary and junior-high. The schedule starts on April 13, 2026. Regular hours are from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM on weekdays, including Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday- sometimes Fridays. I have a high schooler that needs to be dropped off as... More

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$20–21/hr
Lancaster, CA • 13 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Children with...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 9:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a friendly and responsible babysitter for two children, a toddler and an elementary school child. The position starts on March 30, 2026, with flexible scheduling. You will mainly care for the kids on Mondays from 1:30 PM to 9:30 PM. The ideal candidate has their own car and is... More

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$10–17/hr
Palmdale, CA • 9 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

Looking for a reliable babysitter for one elementary-aged child. Responsibilities include supervising activities, preparing meals, helping with homework, and ensuring a safe environment. The work begins on April 3, 2026, with a flexible start date. The schedule is Fridays from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.... More

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

Babysitter needed for infant with a car,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello, we’re looking for a babysitter to look after our infant. This position starts on March 28th, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The sitter needs to have a car for possible outings or emergencies.

You will feed, change, and play with the baby safely. You’ll also help with nap time and create a calm... 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