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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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$27–31/hr
Petaluma, CA • 20 miles away

Seeking kind, engaged sitter for our sweet...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Family of 3 (soon 4!) in Petaluma looking for help with our toddler. Dad works remotely; mom works in Napa. Seeking calm, kind energy.

Supporting our 1.5-year-old through her daily rhythm — including mealtimes, nap time, and lots of outdoor play (we have a park right across the street!). We avoid... More

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$28–32/hr
San Francisco, CA • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter needed for 3 month old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

I need a babysitter to care for my infant starting May 5, 2025. The sitter will engage with the child through play and learning activities, ensuring their safety and comfort. Duties include feeding, diaper changing, and putting the baby down for naps. The sitter must be comfortable with pets in the... More

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$26–30/hr
Novato, CA • 11 miles away

Part time help for my goofball autistic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Single mom and a funny 13 almost 14 year old girl with autism and adhd.

Drive to tutoring, prepare dinner and hang out. Play card games, jenga, monopoly. Tay likes to go to the goodwill and look for games and hang out.

Must be legal to work in the us.

We’d also love some hours on Friday... More

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$28–35/hr
San Francisco, CA • 15 miles away

Babysitter for 1yo and 3.5yo needed in SF...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We're looking for a babysitter based in San Francisco, who is available 6-midnight when we go out on date nights. First nights 4/21 and 4/22.

Our children are 1yo (girl) and 3.5yo (boy) who get along great and love playing with each other. Girl can take a little time to get used to new... More

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$30–37/hr
Mill Valley, CA • 7 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddler, Meal Prep...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for one toddler starting on April 21, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Responsibilities include caring for the child, preparing meals and snacks, and engaging in play. The sitter should be... More

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$28–34/hr
San Francisco, CA • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for energetic 3 year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

My name is Oshane, and I’m a single father to my energetic and loving 3-year-old son, Creed. We’re a tight-knit duo, and I’m looking for a trustworthy, caring babysitter who can help support us with occasional care. Creed is curious, playful, and full of personality—he loves storytime, building... More

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$28–32/hr
San Francisco, CA • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our preschool child, starting around April 15, 2025, with some flexibility in the start date. The sitter will prepare meals and snacks, ensure a safe and engaging environment, and manage bedtime routines. The position requires someone comfortable with pets... More

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$22–24/hr
Novato, CA • 11 miles away

Babysitter or Nanny Share Needed for 2...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for three children, ages toddler to middle school, starting on April 28, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Thursday, from 5:30 Am 9:00 am. The babysitter must be comfortable with pets and have a valid driver's license and a car. Duties include driving the children to... More

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$20–34/hr
San Bruno, CA • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on April 10, 2025, with flexible start times. The hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Duties include preparing meals and snacks, doing light laundry, and light housekeeping. You will also guide a learning pod for our child.... More

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$27–36/hr
San Francisco, CA • 13 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant from...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

We’re looking for up to two nurturing, reliable nannies in San Francisco to support our Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) by covering daily breaks and stepping in during occasional absences. Must be comfortable caring for a newborn, following a parent/NCS-led routine, and assisting with light baby... More

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$26–31/hr
Daly City, CA • 20 miles away

Part-Time Babysitter Needed for Toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our toddler (2 years 8 Months) on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, starting flexible on April 21, 2025 (Weekday dates are flexible). The sitter will engage the child in age-appropriate activities, prepare meals and snacks, and assist... More

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$20–35/hr
Oakland, CA • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 2 Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable live-in or live-out babysitter for two children, an infant and a preschooler. The job starts in August, with flexible start dates. Responsibilities include transporting the children, engaging them in activities, and ensuring their safety. The babysitter also performs... More

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$19–31/hr
Kensington, CA • 14 miles away

Preschool sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Busy parents with one imaginative and active kiddo! Non-pet household, lots of snacks!

Play with/engage, coordinate dinner and/or snacks, and put to bed our preschool kiddo!

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$16–19/hr
San Francisco, CA • 15 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Preschooler: Meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for our preschool child starting on March 17, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM every day of the week. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, ensuring our child is safe and engaged, and completing light housekeeping tasks. The ideal... 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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