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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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$20–24/hr
Newark, DE • 9 miles away

Care for Infant and Assist with Pets,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

We need a babysitter for our infant starting on August 31, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The sitter cares for one child, ensuring their safety and well-being. Duties include feeding, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The sitter must have a car for... More

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$10–24/hr
New Castle, DE • 14 miles away

Caring babysitter needed for infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for one infant starting on August 18, 2025, with a flexible start time of 10:00 AM and ending at 3:30 PM, Monday through Thursday. The sitter will care for the child, ensuring their safety and comfort. Duties include feeding, diaper changing, playing, and engaging in... More

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$13–18/hr
Smyrna, DE • 14 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30am - 5:30pm

We seek a babysitter for two toddlers starting on July 1, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The babysitter cares for the children's needs, ensures their safety, and engages them in educational activities. The role includes light housekeeping tasks, such as tidying up... More

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$10–20/hr
Kirkwood, DE • 1 mile away

Energetic Babysitter Wanted for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter for two elementary-aged children starting on July 1, 2025, with a flexible start date. The caregiver will supervise playtime, assist with homework, and prepare light meals. The ideal candidate has their own car for transportation and is comfortable around pets. Reliability and a... More

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$18–22/hr
Cheswold, DE • 20 miles away

Nights Babysitting One Preschool Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00pm - 9:00am

We seek a babysitter for one preschool-aged child, starting on August 1, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM. Responsibilities include supervising and engaging the child in safe activities, preparing simple meals, and ensuring their comfort throughout the night. The... More

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$20–24/hr
Newark, DE • 12 miles away

Caring babysitter needed for two toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 9:00pm

We need a babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool, on Thursdays from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, starting June 24, 2025. The sitter will supervise playtime, prepare snacks, and assist with bedtime routines. Must be responsible for keeping the children safe and engaged in creative activities.... More

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$40–50/hr
Wilmington, DE • 20 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Preschool Child on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 5:00pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for our preschool-aged child on Fridays, starting June 20, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The sitter provides a safe and engaging environment, plans educational activities, prepares meals, and assists with daily routines. The ideal candidate keeps our child... More

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$20–28/hr
Wilmington, DE • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant, Pets,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting around June 23, 2025. The caregiver needs to be comfortable with pets and have their own car. Responsibilities include light laundry, light housekeeping, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a smooth bedtime routine. Experience with nanny... More

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$15–22/hr
Pennsville, NJ • 14 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

Skinner family of 4 . Two boys , my husband and I have been married for 4 years . We are extremely family oriented.

Responsibilities would be feed the baby , change diapers , get him dressed . Play & talk to him . Lay baby down for nap times .

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$19–23/hr
Newark, DE • 9 miles away

Provide Care, Meals, and Light...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter for our two preschool-aged children starting on July 10, 2025. The babysitter must have their own car for transportation. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and assisting with toilet training. The role also involves light... More

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$15–21/hr
Wilmington, DE • 17 miles away

Part-Time Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for two children, ages preschool (3) and elementary (6). The job starts around August 26, 2025, with flexible scheduling. Hours are Monday to Friday from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Responsibilities include driving the children, helping with homework, preparing meals and... More

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