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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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$22–26/hr
Northbrook, IL • 7 miles away

Reliable babysitter needed for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for two elementary-aged children. The start date is flexible but begins on or after April 24, 2025. We need a sitter starting at 3pm till about 5 or 5.30 on occasional days Tuesday and Thursday. Responsibilities include driving the children to activities, helping with... More

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$10–11/hr
Waukegan, IL • 14 miles away

Need a baby sitter for an elementary...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

I have 8 year old loves to play outside and play video games. Can do a lot of things by hisself.

Need someone to drop off and pickup son up my son from the bus during school. When school is out watch all day.

I live in Park City Il

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$20–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter for 10 month old Needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter to start on April 2025, for our infant child. The babysitter provides attentive care, ensuring the child's safety and comfort. Will need to prepare bottle &/or breakfast. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets, as we have a 10 year old Yorkipoo. The babysitter... More

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$18/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 miles away

Assistant Home Caregiver for Mixed Age Group

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 1:30pm (flexible)

Are you passionate about working with children and making a meaningful impact in their lives? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Caregiver to join our household team, providing exceptional care for a mixed-age group of children ranging from 1 to 3 years old.

Key... More

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$20–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 22 miles away

Part-time after school sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have two kids, ages 6 (boy) and 10 (girl) and live in Logan Square.

We are looking for a reliable after school sitter to help with transporting kids, prepping lunches for school, and perhaps helping with the kids’ laundry and occasional errands. We need 15-20 hours per week. CPR certified.... More

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$23–27/hr
Chicago, IL • 20 miles away

Reliable Part-Time Sitter for My...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

The baby boy is 10 month old. I’m 34 years old I’m Ukrainian and my husband Macedonian. We are little family living in Edgewater N Sheridan Rd. We don’t have any pets. This 1-2 hours helps me a lot to restore my energy and continue the day

I expect the babysitter to watch my baby, talk to him,... More

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$19–23/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 19 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 • 23 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 • 12 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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$15–20/hr
Chicago, IL • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting April 7, 2025. The schedule includes Monday through Friday from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM. Responsibilities include supervising the child, preparing bottles, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate has... More

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$15–18/hr
Mundelein, IL • 8 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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$25–32/hr
Elmhurst, IL • 19 miles away

Mothers Helper Needed for a 1.5 year old...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

Hello!

My name is Chrissy, and I am seeking a Mother’s Helper. My son is a 3 year old who loves playing with dinosaurs. While my daughter is 1.5 years old, and is slowly learning to walk and explore her surroundings. I am looking for someone on Tuesdays and Thursdays, mornings preferable, for 2... More

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$15–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 22 miles away

Babysitter for Toddlers and preschooler...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi!We are a family of 4 (soon to be 5 in September) located in the Buena Park area, and we are starting to browse for a part-time/occasional babysitter, that can potentially become a more regular/recurring babysitter for our kids!
Theodosia, is 3.5 and is on the Spectrum; she has A LOT of energy... More

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How much do in-home child care providers make?

Why are in-home child care taxes important?

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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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