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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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$19–23/hr
Brooklyn, CT • 24 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00am - 6:00am

We are seeking a reliable babysitter to care for our three children, who are an infant, a preschooler, and an elementary school student, on weekdays from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM, starting May 16, 2025. The babysitter will supervise activities, prepare snacks, assist with toilet training, and ensure a... More

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$10–15/hr
Groton, CT • 7 miles away

need sitter for 2 weeks while i work

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

11 month old little boy. super sweet. is crawling, walking with assistance.

watch my son from 0700-1600 (most days i get off before 1500) while i'm at work

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$21–25/hr
Lyme, CT • 18 miles away

Flexible Part-Time Babysitter for 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are seeking a regular, part-time babysitter for our baby girl starting immediately (flexible start date)! We are ideally looking for help 3 or 4 days Mon-Thurs, 11:30a to 2:30p. Responsibilities include spending time with her, diapering as needed, feeding her lunch and cleaning up after lunch.... More

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$20–30/hr
Old Lyme, CT • 18 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Elementary Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I am looking for a nanny for my elementary-aged nephew, starting date is flexible. The schedule includes Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM. Will need a summer nanny as well. Hours are flexible during the day. The sitter must have their own car and experience with... More

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$15–18/hr
Preston, CT • 5 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our preschool child on Mondays and Fridays from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, starting April 26, 2025. The babysitter must have their own car for any necessary transportation. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, supervising playtime, engaging in educational... More

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$21–25/hr
Ledyard, CT • Less than a mile

Flexible Evening Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00am (flexible)

In need of a babysitter overnight a couple of nights a week. The schedule varies each week based on my work schedule but that can be given out in six week blocks. Would need help with feeding kids dinner, putting them to bed, and getting them up in the morning.

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$19–23/hr
Willimantic, CT • 22 miles away

Care for One Elementary Child on Weekday...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am

We need a babysitter for one child in elementary school, starting on April 21, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM. The babysitter will supervise the child, ensure their safety, and engage them in morning activities. Responsibilities include preparing a simple... More

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$17–23/hr
Westerly, RI • 12 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 9:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for our preschool child on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 6:00 AM to 8:30 AM, starting on April 23, 2025. The babysitter is responsible for caring for our child, ensuring their safety, preparing simple meals, and engaging in fun activities. The role requires a... More

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$20–24/hr
Preston, CT • 5 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Four...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter to care for four children, ages preschool and elementary, starting around April 26, 2025. The schedule is flexible. The ideal candidate has their own car, is comfortable with pets, and has experience caring for multiple kids. You will prepare meals and snacks, manage bedtime... More

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How much do in-home child care providers make?

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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