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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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$18–21/hr
Maryville, IL • 9 miles away

Looking for Spanish-Speaking Caregiver for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on August 12, 2025, with a flexible start date. The position requires care on Tuesdays and Fridays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The sitter will supervise, feed, and engage our child in safe activities. Comfort with pets is essential as we have a... More

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$15–30/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 18 miles away

Seeking warm, playful sitter to help our...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Hi! We’re a warm and easygoing family in Brentwood, looking for a caring and reliable sitter for our 2-year-old. Our child is energetic, curious, and loves outdoor play. We value kindness, communication, and creating a safe, fun environment. Looking forward to connecting with someone who feels like... More

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$19–23/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 18 miles away

Seeking Warm, Playful Sitter to Help Our...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

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$19–22/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Prepares Meals and...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a responsible and caring babysitter for three children, including infants and elementary-aged kids. The job starts on June 15, 2025, from 2:30 PM to 2:30 AM. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, ensuring a safe environment, engaging in age-appropriate activities,... More

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$19–23/hr
Granite City, IL • 12 miles away

Looking for a permanent sitter for 9month...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

Hello my name is Denise I have a 9 month old baby girl named Revie she is a very easy baby very happy. I do have a big dog.

Just take care of baby girl no house chores nothing just focus on her.

We can discuss where. If you’re more comfortable at your place. It will be a one week on one week off... More

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$10–15/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 15 miles away

Sitter as needed.

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi, we are looking for a contingent/as needed babysitter for our 5 months baby boy 18 months baby girl, and 5yr old boy. We currently live in chesterfield area.
We will like to set up an interview with you to discuss more.

We need you to simply connect with our kids, help them with feeding, and... More

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$11–17/hr
Madison, IL • 10 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a caring babysitter for our infant starting on May 27, 2025. The sitter provides attentive care, including feeding, diaper changing, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. Safety is a top priority, so the sitter must monitor the child closely. The sitter also handles light cleaning... More

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$10–15/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 21 miles away

Supervise and engage one middle school...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 7:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our middle school child. The position starts on June 2, 2025, with hours from 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. You will supervise daily activities, help with homework, prepare meals, and ensure a safe environment. You will engage in... More

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$10–15/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 21 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Middle School Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 7:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for a middle school child with special needs. The job starts on June 2, 2025, working Mondays, Tuesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, providing care, helping with daily activities, and offering companionship.... More

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$19–20/hr
Madison, IL • 10 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant, Four Days a...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00am - 12:00pm

We need a responsible babysitter for one infant starting on May 26, 2025. The job requires care from 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM, Tuesday through Friday. The babysitter will engage with the child, provide meals, change diapers, and ensure safety during playtime. This role also involves being comfortable... More

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$19–23/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 17 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Three Preschool and...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for three children aged preschool and toddler, starting July 6, 2025. The hours are Monday through Thursday, from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Responsibilities include facilitating a learning pod, assisting with toilet training, preparing meals and snacks, and managing multiple... More

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$19–23/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 24 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Elementary and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter starting on April 25, 2025, Monday through Friday, for two children in preschool and elementary school. The babysitter would need to do morning drop offs between 7:30am to 9am, and picks up kids from school, drives the children to activities, assists with homework,... 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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