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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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$16–19/hr
Torrington, CT • 16 miles away

Seek Babysitter for One Junior High Child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a reliable babysitter starting on September 6, 2025, for one child in junior high. The sitter provides supervision, engages the child in activities, and assists with homework. The ideal candidate has a valid driver's license and a car for transportation. They should also feel comfortable... More

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$23–35/hr
Collinsville, CT • 21 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Three Toddlers and...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our three children, ages toddler to preschool. The job starts on September 5, 2025, but the start date is flexible. The schedule is from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing... More

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$22–26/hr
West Granby, CT • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed 5 &7 year old on...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for our two children, ages elementary school. The schedule is flexible, starting on September 2, 2025, for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Responsibilities include supervising and engaging the children in activities, assisting with homework, and... More

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$19–26/hr
Pine Plains, NY • 19 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddler on Tuesdays,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for one toddler starting on September 2, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule is Tuesday mornings from 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing simple meals or snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. The sitter must have a car for... More

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$22–30/hr
Pine Plains, NY • 19 miles away

Seeking Part-Time Nanny For 10-Month-Old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a warm, reliable part-time nanny to care for our 10-month-old in a screen-free, development-focused environment.

Schedule:
- 2-3 days/wk
- 9-2pm

What were looking for:
- Genuine love for engaging with infants
- Reliability: when conflicts arise, timely and respectful... More

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$22–26/hr
Canton, CT • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Kindergartener M-F...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

Hi! I am looking for someone to transport my daughter to/from her before/after school program from/to her school. The before/after school program is in Simsbury and her school is in Canton. They are about 20 minutes away from point A to point B. Thanks for your consideration!
Pay is negotiable!

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$22–26/hr
Egremont, MA • 12 miles away

Looking for sitter tomorrow night, 8/10 in...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/10

6:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a sitter to watch our four-year-old during a performance tomorrow night in great Barrington contact me ASAP!

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$22–26/hr
Egremont, MA • 12 miles away

Looking for sitter tomorrow night, 8/10 in...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/10

6:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a sitter to watch our four-year-old during a performance tomorrow night in great Barrington contact me ASAP!

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$20–30/hr
Great Barrington, MA • 12 miles away

Teacher Nanny

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 12:30pm (flexible)

Seeking a part-time Nanny Teacher for three children (ages 3, 2, and 1) four days a week. Two are siblings, one is their cousin. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays are half-days with all three children, focused on play-based learning and enriching activities. Tuesdays are full-day care for the... More

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$20–24/hr
Stockbridge, MA • 20 miles away

Babysitter Needed for the School Year

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Looking for a sitter for the upcoming school year for my 4 year old daughter. ISO someone with flexibility/openness for last minute help if child needs to stay home from school sick. Possibility of after school pickup 1x/2x per week and a weekend shift.

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$20–24/hr
Stockbridge, MA • 20 miles away

ISO Babysitter for the school year

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Looking for a sitter for the school year. Flexibility/openness for last minute help if child needs to stay home from school sick. Possibility of after school pickup and a weekend shift.

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$22–24/hr
Sharon, CT • 13 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler for...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 10/04 - 10/05

4:00pm - 12:00am

We are looking for a responsible babysitter for our toddler on October 4, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM while we attend a nearby wedding. We are from out of town and are looking for one-time care. Your main duties include providing a safe and nurturing environment, engaging in age-appropriate... More

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