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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
Kirkwood, DE • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter for Toddler, Tutoring in...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter starting on June 2, 2025, to care for one toddler. The sitter must have their own car and feel comfortable around pets. Responsibilities include engaging the child in activities, ensuring safety, and providing tutoring support as needed. The ideal candidate speaks Spanish and is... More

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$10–15/hr
Bear, DE • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We are a quiet, private family looking for a childcare and household helper who is professional, respectful, and dependable. Our home is not a social space—we’re seeking someone who values boundaries, works quietly, and respects our routine.
Role Details:
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00... More

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$20–24/hr
Bear, DE • 22 miles away

Nurturing Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 7:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting May 15, 2025. The role requires care Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. The babysitter will provide daily supervision, engage in educational activities, and maintain a safe environment. Experience with special needs is crucial, as... More

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$12–15/hr
Smyrna, DE • Less than a mile

Weekend Sitter for 1 year old !

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 7:00pm (flexible)

Hello! I’m Natalie, and I’m looking for a weekend sitter for my 1 year old daughter. I just recently started working again, but as a server i am normally required on weekends for either a lunch or dinner shift. With that being said, I am looking for someone who can be reliable on the weekends!

As a... More

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$17–28/hr
Cheswold, DE • 5 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/14

1:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We seek a caring babysitter for our two elementary-aged children. The job starts on May 14, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with some flexibility in start time. The babysitter supervises play, assists with homework, and prepares snacks. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets and has their own... More

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$10–21/hr
Magnolia, DE • 16 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Infants and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I am looking for a babysitter to care for my two children, an infant and a toddler, starting on May 1, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The sitter will ensure the children's safety and well-being, engage them in age-appropriate activities, and prepare meals and snacks. Experience with multiple... More

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$16–20/hr
Bear, DE • 22 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a reliable babysitter for our toddler, starting on a flexible date after April 28, 2025. The position is part-time on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The sitter drives our child to activities and runs errands as needed. Additional tasks include light... More

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$20–24/hr
Kirkwood, DE • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter for our infant starting on May 17, 2025. The role involves feeding, changing, and providing attention to our child. The sitter must be comfortable with pets as we have animals in the home. Experience with multiple children is preferred. Light housekeeping tasks, such as... More

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$10–25/hr
Bear, DE • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our infant starting April 21, 2025, with some flexibility on the start date. The babysitter must have experience with infants and be comfortable with pets in the home. Responsibilities include feeding, diaper changes, engaging in age-appropriate... More

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$10–50/hr
Cecilton, MD • 16 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Children; Drives...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our two children, ages preschool and elementary. The job starts on April 21, 2025, with flexible start dates. You will work 2-3 days a week due to 50/50 custody from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Your main responsibility is to pick up the kids from school... More

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$15–24/hr
Newark, DE • 23 miles away

Caring babysitter needed for infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on July 7, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The ideal candidate works 3-4 weekdays, e.g. Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Responsibilities include caring for the baby, preparing meals and snacks, and... More

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$18–23/hr
Smyrna, DE • Less than a mile

Caring Babysitter for Three Children, Ages...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter to start on May 16, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The candidate will care for three children, including one toddler and two elementary school kids. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, supervising playtime, and managing bedtime routines. The... More

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$15–20/hr
Dover, DE • 10 miles away

Awesome kid. Parents like date nights

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We both work during the week and we like to go out on the weekends for a date night.

Basically make sure he takes a break from his video games to eat. Make sure at bedtime he sticks to his routine. We let him know at 8:45 it’s time to get ready for bed, which means cut off Xbox and or switch and... More

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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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