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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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$17–25/hr
Palo, IA • 20 miles away

Seeking a sitter for two young children, starting October 18th

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hello! We are looking for a babysitter for our two children, an infant and a preschooler. The job starts on October 18th, and the schedule is flexible. You will work Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Your responsibilities include looking after the children, preparing snacks, and... More

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$19–25/hr
North Liberty, IA • 16 miles away

Seeking a babysitter for 2 children starting October 16th

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Help our family by providing babysitting for two young children, ages toddler and pre-school. The schedule starts on October 16th. You will engage the children in play and learning activities while ensuring their safety. A background in childcare is preferred. You must have a car to transport the... More

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$16–17/hr
North Liberty, IA • 16 miles away

Seeking a babysitter for two elementary-aged children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're seeking a reliable, caring babysitter for our two elementary-school-aged children in North Liberty. Hours are 2:30–6 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, every other week: Oct. 13–14, Oct. 26–28, Nov. 9–11, and alternating weeks thereafter. Responsibilities include school pickup and driving... More

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$22–27/hr
Iowa City, IA • 20 miles away

Seeking reliable babysitter for toddler starting October 12th

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We're looking for an experienced babysitter tomorrow, Monday, October 12, from 3:30–5:30 PM in Iowa City for our 20-month-old son.

We have a scheduled appointment and may either be home or need to step out.

We're looking for someone with toddler experience, a completed background check,... More

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$20–24/hr
West Branch, IA • 19 miles away

Infant babysitter needed with a car starting October 21st

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello, we need a responsible babysitter for our infant. You must have a car to help with tasks like grocery shopping or trips to playdates. The job starts on October 21st, but the date is flexible. Your duties include feeding, changing diapers, and playing with our child. You'll also ensure a safe... More

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$20–30/hr
North Liberty, IA • 16 miles away

Babysitter needed for infant starting October 6th with flexible schedule

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Help our family by watching our infant starting October 6th, with a flexible start date. We need someone who drives, as you will take the child for outings and appointments. Your tasks include feeding, changing, and ensuring the baby is safe and comfortable. We want a reliable person who enjoys... More

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$10–20/hr
North Liberty, IA • 16 miles away

Babysitter needed for infant on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 5:30pm

We're looking for a warm, reliable sitter for our 10-month-old son, Julian. We need care Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, about 3:30-5:30 pm. Later this month our hours shift and we'll need you to start at 1:00 pm on those days, so some flexibility is a plus.

Julian is a sweet, easygoing baby with... More

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$16–24/hr
Coralville, IA • 19 miles away

Babysitter needed for one elementary child with special needs

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Hello sitters! We're looking for help with our elementary-age child. The start date is September 27th, but we can be flexible. Work hours are from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM on any day of the week. You should be comfortable with our cat and have experience with special needs. You'll supervise activities,... More

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$17–21/hr
Cedar Rapids, IA • 15 miles away

Babysitter needed for three children, ages infant to pre-school

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 11:00pm (flexible)

Hello! We need a reliable babysitter for our three children, who are an infant, a toddler, and a preschooler. The schedule starts on December 16th, but we can be flexible with the exact date.

You will work from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM on weekdays and Saturdays. Your duties include supervising... More

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$20–24/hr
Iowa City, IA • 20 miles away

Babysitter needed for one 3 yr old on occasion on campus MWF 10-12:30

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We're looking for a babysitter to watch our child for two hours on campus. You will take care of one preschool-aged child in HSAB.
Your tasks include engaging in play. It's important to have a love for working with young children. A positive attitude and the ability to follow instructions are... More

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$17–20/hr
Marion, IA • 11 miles away

Morning transportation needed. Three days a week.

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

Looking for someone reliable to help with school drop-off 3 mornings a week!

I need someone who can be at my house around 7:45 AM to pick up my kids and drop them off at Linn Grove Elementary by 8:10–8:15 AM. We live only about 3.3 miles from the school.

The kids will already be completely... More

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$17–21/hr
Cedar Rapids, IA • 13 miles away

Seeking a babysitter for two children, ages 2 & 7

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 7:30am

We're looking for a responsible babysitter for two children, ages 2 and 7, starting on September 23rd. The hours are from 5:30 AM to 7:00 AM, and you will work Monday through Friday. 2yo to be dropped off at collins day academy by 630am, 7yo to be dropped off at pierce elementary school by 7am.... More

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$17–21/hr
Marion, IA • 11 miles away

Looking for a flexible night babysitter for a toddler with pet experience

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a responsible babysitter for our toddler. The start date is flexible, ideally beginning on October 18, 2026, at 10:00 PM. You will work primarily on Wednesday, Friday, and Monday nights from 9:30 PM to 4:30 AM. Must have your own car and be comfortable with pets. Your main... More

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$15–22/hr
Atkins, IA • 23 miles away

Seeking a babysitter for three children, ages preschool and middle school

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00am - 8:00am

Hello sitters! We need help with three children, ages preschool and middle school. The job starts September 30th and runs from 4:00 AM to 8:00 AM, Monday through Friday. You should have a car for transportation and be comfortable around our medium-sized American bulldog, though you won't need to... More

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How much does it cost for child care providers to use Sittercity?

How much do in-home child care providers make?

Why are in-home child care taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as an in-home child care provider?

When do child care providers work?

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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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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