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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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$10–25/hr
West Hartford, CT • 20 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Drives and Cares for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

Seeking a reliable, caring caregiver for school drop-off/pick-up, activity transport, homework help, light dinner prep, and light housekeeping (dishes, counters, floors). 15 hrs/week with guaranteed weekly pay and occasional evening flexibility during activity seasons (advance notice provided). Must... More

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$21–25/hr
Bethlehem, CT • 6 miles away

Occasional sitter for two sweet girls...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I’m a stay at home mom to three very differently aged kids. Looking to find an occasional sitter for when I need to be in two places at once or have an appt or something.

Mostly caring for my 9month old and 8 year old daughters. I would like someone who will play with them, prepare meals, and... More

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$15–20/hr
Oxford, CT • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Children on...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 1:30pm

We are searching for a new babysitter as our current one is not reliable. We need only one day a week, flexible on the day. Potentially Monday's or Tuesdays. Ideally 9:30-1:30. My 2 and 4 year old truly just need a friend to play with them and make sure they have lunch while I work from home. They... More

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$12/hr
New Britain, CT • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed with Flexible...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! My wife and I are looking for a long-term babysitter for our son, born 1/24/2025, starting in mid-August. We will only need care periodically, typically for 2 weeks per month, and on the occasional weekend. All that is required during the day is to feed our baby, change his diaper, and make... More

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$23–27/hr
New Milford, CT • 17 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Elementary Child on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We need a responsible babysitter for one elementary-aged child starting on June 30, 2025. The job runs every Monday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The babysitter engages the child in fun and educational activities, prepares meals, and ensures a safe environment. The babysitter drives the child to local... More

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$22–26/hr
Cheshire, CT • 18 miles away

Caring, Fun Babysitter for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are hoping to establish a relationship with a babysitter to care for our toddler for date nights and other one-off events. We have a scheduled event on August 7, 2025, but would like to have other date nights before then! Our toddler is a sweet, active little dude. The main responsibilities will... More

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$21–35/hr
West Hartford, CT • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant on Tuesdays,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 12:00am (flexible)

We need a babysitter for our infant on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, from 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM. The start date is flexible, beginning June 28, 2025. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and soothing the baby. The sitter also supervises playtime and ensures a safe environment. The... More

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$21–22/hr
Waterbury, CT • 12 miles away

Drop off only needed for 2 girls early...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi I am a mom of 2 kids I need help with getting my kids to daycare for one and the other off to summer-camp and that is really it. I will be working from 6am and I need to leave the house by 5:30am. Need somebody very reliable. They need to be dropped off by 8:45

Need the kids dropped off only... More

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$15–20/hr
Waterbury, CT • 11 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed Occasionally for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter for our child, starting on July 2025, with a flexible start date. The role includes supervising and engaging with our elementary-aged child, ensuring their safety and well-being. You will prepare meals if necessary, picky eater or food will already be provided. We expect... More

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$22–26/hr
Southbury, CT • 17 miles away

Occasional sitter for two boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Working parents of two boys - one infant and one preschooler. We have a busy schedule and need care for emergencies and occasional nights

Babysitting, occasional sick care, nap times and light snack preparing

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$20–24/hr
Simsbury, CT • 19 miles away

Flexible Part-Time Babysitter for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Sitter 1-2 days a week
Schedule is flexible
2 boys - 5 and 2.5
5 year old has autism, he is high functioning, experience with special needs is a plus
3 dogs- fully trained, responds to commands, we have an electric fence so theres no need to walk them

We are pretty low key, the only thing... More

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$17–18/hr
New Britain, CT • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Flexible...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting around June 19, 2025, with flexible timing. The sitter cares for one child, creating a safe and engaging environment. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing simple meals, assisting with naps, and facilitating activities that... More

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$22–50/hr
Hamden, CT • 25 miles away

Babysitter needed for 3-month old for a...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for our 3-month old starting on June 16, 2025. The start date is flexible. Responsibilities include feeding, diaper changing, and engaging the child in age-appropriate activities. The babysitter must ensure a safe and nurturing environment.... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

How can child care providers make extra money?

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