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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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$20–25/hr
Bedford Park, IL • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children, ages toddler and elementary. The schedule is flexible, starting June 30, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The sitter must have a car for driving the children and feel comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include... More

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$16–20/hr
Chicago, IL • 10 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Preschooler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 11:00pm

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our preschool-age child starting June 2, 2025. The job occurs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 4:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Responsibilities include engaging the child in activities, preparing meals, and ensuring safety during playtime. The sitter... More

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$16–30/hr
Chicago, IL • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our two children, age 6 and 3 starting on June 17, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with shifts from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The ideal candidate has a valid driver's license and their own car. Responsibilities include preparing... More

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$20–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 11 miles away

Active Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 5:00pm

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for two elementary-aged children (11-yr-old boy + 8-yr-old girl) starting in June 2025. Our immediate need is June 9-June 20th, from 12:00PM to 5:00PM, Mon through Thurs. Each day, the babysitter would pick the kids up from camp at noon, and then bring them home... More

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$20–22/hr
Wilmette, IL • 2 miles away

Caregiver Needed for 3 Children on...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for three children aged preschool and elementary. The job starts on the Saturday of the week you were hired. Saturday 2 to 7 pm and Sunday 1:30 to 6:30. With a little flexibility for the end time. (Compensation will reflect any added time)
Responsibilities... More

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$22–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 8 miles away

Reliable nanny needed for school pick up...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're looking for someone who can pick our 8 y.o. son up from school (and camp), drive him to his next activity, and watch him until 6. He loves to draw, be active, and is nearly always in a good mood. You must be reliable, punctual, have a good driving record, love kids, and be fine with dogs (we... More

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$23–27/hr
Chicago, IL • 6 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We're expecting our first child in August. We are looking for a responsible and caring babysitter to take care of our infant starting around November 2025. The babysitter will provide a safe and nurturing environment, feed the baby, change diapers, assist with nap times and daily activities. The... More

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$22–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 12 miles away

One and possible second evening to take...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/20

6:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Take care of my sweet toddler for one evening, we will be visiting Chicago that week

Feeding and bed time, we will give him a bath thank you much for your help

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$23–32/hr
Evanston, IL • 2 miles away

Part-time sitter for an energetic and fun...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/07

6:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

We’re looking for a sitter that can occasionally fill in for Date Nights.

Services are as needed. Daughter needs to be fed dinner (I will provide) and bed time is at 8pm. No screen time after 8pm.

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$20–25/hr
Elmhurst, IL • 17 miles away

Seeking Part-Time Care for Summer (2-3...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a college or graduate student to assist with our two children (2 years and 10 weeks old) for 2-3 times per week for 2-3 hours at a time. Mom will be home during each session, and ideally the sitter will be with one of the two children at a time, freeing mom to provide individual... More

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$15–23/hr
Wheeling, IL • 13 miles away

Occasional Sitter for 3yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are a loud, chaotic and loving family. We love going out and having fun. My daughter.has a very sassy personality.
I need someone to be able to watch my daughter and take care of her. Ability to put her to sleep and give snacks only when needed.
Wheeling,IL.

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$12–18/hr
Vernon Hills, IL • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Drives, Cooks, and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant, starting around June 2025, on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Responsibilities include driving to activities, providing sick care, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime, assisting with toilet... More

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$25/hr
Evanston, IL • 2 miles away

Part Time Nanny for 2 Children (8 yo, 10...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Nanny needed for 2 children (8 yo, 10 yo) in South Evanston. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Hours 6:45 -9:00 am and 3:30 - 6:15 pm. 5 hours / day, 20 hours/week. Hours guaranteed weekly. Paid vacation and sick time provided. This is a W2 job. Take home pay $25/hour AFTER taxes, social... More

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$15–18/hr
Chicago, IL • 22 miles away

Chill Family of 3 Kids Looking for...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am

Hi, we're the Reeds! Our kids are 4, 2, and 6 months. We' re looking for a sitter who fits the following qualifications:

- Has their own car.
- Has experience sitting multiple children at once.
- Is open to $15-20/hr because we will request sitting services almost every week.
- Communicates... More

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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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