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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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$26–32/hr
Lafayette, CO • Less than a mile

Long-Term Nanny in Lafayette

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am

We’re looking for an experienced and caring nanny to integrate into our home in what we hope is a multi-year meaningful relationship.
Aiming for late May/early June
start at 25-40 hours/week. Comp is $27-32 with W2, PTO, etc.

Your primary responsibility will be caring for our 3 month old, a... More

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$23–27/hr
Denver, CO • 20 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm

We seek a babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool. The job starts on April 15, 2025, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Responsibilities include caring for the children, preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and assisting with toilet training. The... More

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$23–27/hr
Denver, CO • 24 miles away

House Manager Needed for Busy Family

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

We're seeking a responsible sitter for two very independent kiddos. The position starts on April 21, 2025, from approx 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. You must have your own car to drive the kids to activities. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, completing... More

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$20–25/hr
Golden, CO • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for 2 Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter for two children, starting flexible ASAP. The sitter should have the ability to drive the children to activities, help with light homework, and prepare meals and snacks. They should ensure the kids are safe and engaged with age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate... More

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$20–25/hr
Longmont, CO • 11 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant Care with...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/10

4:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on May 10, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Responsibilities include caring for the child, feeding, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate has their own car,... More

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$23–35/hr
Golden, CO • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant from 3...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/13

3:00pm - 11:00pm

We seek a caring and responsible babysitter for our infant starting on June 13, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The caregiver will watch, play, and interact with the child, ensuring their safety and well-being. Duties include feeding, changing diapers, and soothing the baby during naps. The sitter... More

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$21–25/hr
Broomfield, CO • 5 miles away

Flexible Babysitter with Car Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our sweet, energetic 2-year old daughter starting on March 24, 2025, with a flexible start date. We are looking for coverage on either Monday, Tues or Wed 8am to 6pm, in case we are not sending the baby to daycare. The babysitter will engage our... More

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$18–21/hr
Aurora, CO • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hello! My family is looking for a reliable babysitter/nanny for our 2-month-old infant starting in February. The time frame is from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday, with a possible third day moving forward. We are looking for someone who has experience working with special needs and... More

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$24–28/hr
Lafayette, CO • Less than a mile

Weekend Nanny for Boy/Girl Twin 18 month olds

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Our family has twin almost 18 month olds that are curious and full of life! We are a busy household and looking for a nanny comfortable with being out and about. We are very organized and clean so that’s a big must for us.
Looking for a nanny to bring fun, smiles, excitement, and positivity. Our... 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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