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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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$10–30/hr
Algonquin, IL • Less than a mile

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter to care for two children, an infant and a toddler, starting on April 14, 2025, with flexibility in the start date. The sitter provides a safe, engaging environment, supervises playtime, and supports daily routines. Responsibilities include preparing healthy meals and... More

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$20–23/hr
Lake in the Hills, IL • 1 mile away

Summer Day Camp Director Needed at Boulder...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

Hello!
I work for KE Camps and I help operate a camp (20-25 children per week, ages 4-10) locally at The Boulder Ridge Country Club and we are looking for a day camp director. Camp will run 7 weeks: Monday- Friday 6/9-8/1 (closed 6/30-7/4) 8:30-4:00. Pay for the position will be $800 per week plus... More

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$18–25/hr
Libertyville, IL • 21 miles away

Babysitter Needed for fun and loving 3...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting April 8, 2025 for occasional opportunities to grow with our family. Responsibilities include providing attentive care, engaging in age-appropriate activities, and ensuring a safe environment. Comfort with pets is essential, as we... More

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$10–15/hr
West Chicago, IL • 20 miles away

Cuidado diario durante una hora en la...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 6:30am (flexible)

Mi pequeña familia está conformado por mi esposo Nicolás de 25 años, mi bebé Zoe de 22 meses y yo María de 21 años, mi esposo y yo somos originarios de Colombia

Necesitamos una chica paciente y amorosa, que cuide de nuestra bebé de 5:30am que yo salgo para mi trabajo hasta máximo las 6:30am que mi... More

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$20–30/hr
Winfield, IL • 23 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for two elementary-aged children starting on or after April 18, 2025. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks and engages the children in fun activities. The role also includes managing bedtime routines. The ideal candidate is responsible, reliable, and enjoys playing with... More

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$20–21/hr
Lake Villa, IL • 21 miles away

Spanish-speaking sitter cares for toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool. The start date is flexible, beginning on April 12, 2025. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks, engages the children in playful activities, and ensures their safety. Light housekeeping tasks, such as tidying up after... More

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$18–25/hr
Batavia, IL • 22 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Infant with Flexible...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

I’m a mom who works from home, and my husband goes into the office. We’re looking for someone to come in and watch our 5 month old son while I work, starting on April 28th (but the start date is flexible). The schedule is flexible, with hours from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.... More

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$18–25/hr
Batavia, IL • 22 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Infant with Flexible...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for our 5 month old son starting on April 28, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The primary responsibility is caring for one child, ensuring their safety, feeding them, changing diapers, and engaging in... More

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$19–23/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 4 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Infant with Car,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for our infant starting on March 29, 2025. The babysitter will care for our child, ensuring safety and comfort. Duties include feeding, changing diapers, and playing, while following guidelines for bedtime routines. The candidate must have their own car for travel to... More

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$17–22/hr
Spring Grove, IL • 19 miles away

Full-time Care for Newborn

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a caring and reliable nanny to join our family for the summer! This position will start this July and go through til the end of August. Primary responsibility will be to watch after our newborn at our home while we work during the day.

Details:
Start Date: July 7th
Hours:... More

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$10–15/hr
Elk Grove Village, IL • 20 miles away

Consistent Infant Sitter Needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 1:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a consistent sitter for our infant starting on June 16, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule is Mondays and Thursdays from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM, occasional Tuesdays and Fridays as well. Responsibilities include caring for our child, preparing bottles, doing light... More

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$15–18/hr
Mundelein, IL • 15 miles away

August 2025- Part-time sitter for one...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a family of 3, plus a gentle, loving Golden Retriever. We are looking for someone to care for our daughter, part-time, 3-4 days a week. She has had some developmental delays as well as an array of needs. We are looking for someone with experience in caring for younger kids and a heart for... More

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$22–25/hr
Warrenville, IL • 25 miles away

Date night sitter for our two fun loving...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi! My name is Nicole, my husband is David and our two boys are Evan & Logan. Evan is our oldest, he’s 12 years old. He’s into soccer and sports and being outside. Evan is was also diagnosed last year with Type 1 diabetes but he’s very responsible and needs more of supervision. Logan is our... 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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