Find a Child Care Job in Hernando, FL

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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$12–15/hr
Beverly Hills, FL • 5 miles away

Looking for a reliable babysitter with a car for my preschool child

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/18

7:00am - 5:00pm

I need a reliable babysitter for my preschool child. The job starts either July 18th, 20th or the 21st, with hours from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Must have a car. This is a unique situation I have to travel to Sarasota Florida for a doctor’s appointment for a short outpatient procedure and my daughter... More

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$18–22/hr
Brooksville, FL • 23 miles away

As-Needed In-Home Sitter — Newborn & Toddler

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re a family in Weeki Wachee looking for a reliable, experienced sitter to care for our newborn and almsot 2-year-old in our home on an as-needed basis while I conduct job interviews from my home office. Sessions are typically 1 hour at a time, scheduled with 24-48 hours advance notice.

This is a... More

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$14–18/hr
Floral City, FL • 15 miles away

Babysitter needed for three children, July 20th, 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're looking for someone to help look after our three children, aged infant to preschool. The schedule is flexible, starting on July 20th, from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The ideal candidate has experience with multiple children and must have a car. You should be... More

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$10–20/hr
Ocala, FL • 21 miles away

Seeking a babysitter with a car for two kids, ages toddler and elementary

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 11:30pm (flexible)

We're looking for a reliable sitter for our two children, aged toddler and elementary. The start date is July 8th, but we can adjust it to fit your schedule. Work hours are from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday through Saturday. (Hours may vary depending on our Job). This is for a long term job, maybe at... More

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$17–25/hr
Ocala, FL • 15 miles away

Responsible babysitter wanted for a toddler with flexible start date

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We're looking for a babysitter to start on August 1st, with flexibility on the start date. This position involves supervising and engaging with one toddler. The sitter needs to have a car and must be comfortable around pets, as we have a small toy poodle in the home. Your main responsibilities... More

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$18–22/hr
Dunnellon, FL • 6 miles away

Looking for a babysitter for my preschool child on Sundays

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Hello! We want a babysitter to help watch our preschool child on Sundays. The job starts on July 5th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. You will engage the child in fun activities and ensure a safe environment. It's important to prepare snacks and help with bedtime routines. You should be patient,... More

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$20–24/hr
Wildwood, FL • 21 miles away

Seeking a sitter for a 6 year old girl and 4 year old boy.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We are looking for a responsible babysitter for our two children, one in preschool and one in elementary school. The job starts on June 28th, but we can be flexible with the start date.

The right person will need to have a car to transport the kids to activities or playdates. Daily... More

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$10–15/hr
Inverness, FL • 10 miles away

Consistent childcare needed for toddler and before school for elementary

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am

We're looking for a responsible caregiver for our two kids. Our 9yo son would be wake up and drop off at school. Our 1yo daughter would be full day. We would love all 5 days but realistically we can probably only afford 3 days. August 3rd start, 5:30AM - 3:00PM. There is flexibility in the end time... More

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$15–21/hr
Homosassa, FL • 16 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter for Preschooler and Infant with Flexible Schedule

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a dependable babysitter to care for our two children, a preschooler and an infant. The start date is flexible, beginning around June 20, 2026, with occasional hours needed. The ideal candidate must be comfortable with pets and have experience caring for multiple children. It is... More

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