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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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$25–30/hr
Fremont, CA • 15 miles away

Warm and welcoming family seeking...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

Brought to you by Family Concierge: This warm and welcoming Fremont family is looking for a part time nanny for their 5-month-old infant. They are looking for care Saturday and Sunday from 9am-5pm to start ideally as soon as possible.

Care includes engaging him in age appropriate play, changing... More

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$28–32/hr
Santa Clara, CA • 11 miles away

Looking for nanny in Santa Clara

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We have a 5 year old boy and a almost 2 year old girl, both parents working

Looking after, entertaining the kids occasionally on days when daycare is closed

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$28–32/hr
Mountain View, CA • 15 miles away

Driving Babysitter Needed for 12 yr old on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 4:30pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for one middle school child. The job starts on June 24, 2025, from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays for two weeks. The babysitter needs to have a reliable car and safely drive the child to activities as needed. Responsibilities include... More

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$20–30/hr
Newark, CA • 19 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our two children, ages toddler and preschool. The start date is flexible but will begin on June 18, 2025. Responsibilities include providing sick care, engaging the children in age-appropriate activities, and ensuring their safety. The role also involves light... More

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$10–18/hr
Union City, CA • 23 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 4:00pm

We need a babysitter for one preschool-aged child from July 14, 2025, Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM. The babysitter must have their own car and experience with special needs. Responsibilities include toilet training, preparing meals and snacks, and managing bedtime. The ideal candidate provides a... More

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$35/hr
San Jose, CA • Less than a mile

3 hours x 3 days/week of playing, talking...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting on or after January 6, 2025. The sitter can preferably SPEAK ARABIC! It's all about playing, reading, singing, etc... No need to change diapers or anything else, but just have fun with her! :-)

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$20–30/hr
Sunnyvale, CA • 13 miles away

Caregiver Wanted for Infant: Meal Prep and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter for our infant starting on July 1, 2025, with flexible start dates. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The ideal candidate has experience with multiples and can manage nanny shares. Responsibilities include caring for our child, preparing meals... More

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$25–35/hr
Palo Alto, CA • 21 miles away

Reliable After School family...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a long-term reliable family helper/household manager starting on August 1-15, 2025 (flexible), from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM (somewhat flexible), Monday to Friday (flexible, can provide additional hours on Saturdays if desired). You will care for three children in preschool and... More

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$10–20/hr
Union City, CA • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 12:30pm

We’re looking for a patient, reliable nanny to help care for our toddler in our home. This role offers flexible scheduling, starting May 19, 2025.

Responsibilities include:
• Heating and feeding meals
• Cleaning up after meals
• Diaper changes, wash hands and teeth brushing
• Oversee,... More

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$20–35/hr
Palo Alto, CA • 20 miles away

Long-term Nanny for One Elementary Child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00pm - 9:00pm (flexible)

We need a nanny for our elementary-aged child starting on May 5, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule includes Monday through Thursday from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. The babysitter supervises, engages in activities, assists with homework, and ensures a safe environment. The candidate must have a... More

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$27–32/hr
San Jose, CA • 11 miles away

Mommy’s helper / Drive 2 elementary school...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We are a family living in W San Jose/Cupertino area. Both of us are full time working parents. We are looking for a part-time mommy’s helper to manage and support our family needs for kids 1 boy(age 12) in middle school and 1 girl(age 8) who is in the elementary school level.

We’d love a loving... More

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$19–21/hr
Cupertino, CA • 14 miles away

Evening & Weekend Sitter for 5-Year-Old in...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

It’s me and my 5-year-old, who’s bright, energetic, and on the autism spectrum. We’re a low-key, easygoing household looking for some extra support.

Spend time with my child through play, help with basic routines, and keep things calm and positive. Experience with neurodiverse kids is a plus but... More

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$25–27/hr
Pleasanton, CA • 24 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Needed for Preschooler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a recurring sitter for our preschool aged son starting in May. Anticipate 8-10 days per month (Monday- Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM on weekdays). Start options are flexible. Responsibilities include mealtime supervision and facilitation of structured table-top activities such as... More

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Why are in-home child care taxes important?

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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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