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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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$15–23/hr
Barrington, IL • 6 miles away

Part time sitter for 14 month old, help...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

looking for sitter to help out part time with a 14-month old. Ideally 6hr days for a couple days per week when Mom is WFH, but we are flexible with options. We have an 8 year old friendly lab. Light cleaning is not required but would be nice.

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$24–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 miles away

Sitter needed for evenings and some...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi! We're a family of four, two boys ages 5 and 7 and live in Ravenswood. The kids love playing outside, playing games and making art.
We're looking for a sitter for weekend date nights and the occasional weekend afternoon or during the week (summer only for afternoons). Expectations are mostly to... More

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$15–18/hr
Berwyn, IL • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter for energetic 2 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Dad works from home, available to assist if needed. Just clean up after play, no need to do additional tasks.

Looking for an occasional sitter, once a week for about 8 hours. Prepare light meals and keep toddler safe

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$15–18/hr
Hinsdale, IL • 25 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 month old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We are first time parents to a wonderful little boy that will be 3 months by the time I return to work.

We are seeking care for our baby one to two times a week with possibility of more days. Flexibility is important. Position can be split by two people if needed. I will let you know of... More

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$15–17/hr
Wheeling, IL • 5 miles away

Reliable sitter for 2

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a babysitter for our two boys- a toddler (almost 3 year old) and an infant (4 months).

Diaper changing, feeding, play time, and be put down for a nap. Our toddler will arrive by 5:45. Looking for someone who will participate in structured play time, as I work or prepare for the next... More

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$10–15/hr
Schaumburg, IL • 8 miles away

Part time sitter of an energetic baby girl!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

New family of a beautiful little girl, she is turning one in a month.
Husband and I work early weekdays and need someone comfortable with light meal prep, cleaning, nap schedules and constant vigilance of a bright spunky mischief maker when she’s awake!

We need help with caring for our... More

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$15–16/hr
Elgin, IL • 15 miles away

Friendly babysitter for regular care

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 9:30pm (flexible)

I have 2 kids they are very good kids it is the end of the day so they’ll be tired

Play with my children. Make small snacks if needed. Sometimes home works

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$18/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Part Time Home Assistant

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

Looking for someone energetic and fun to play with children of multiple ages.

Ideally, this individual will be:
*Reliable - must be available to work from 8:30am - 2:00pm
*Experienced in working with multiple children at a time between the ages of infants thru preschoolers.
* COVID... More

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$10–15/hr
Highland Park, IL • 12 miles away

company/ care

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Not typical babysitting job, as it is to assist a very high functioning adult lady (Ali) who has special needs, who is fun and active. Looking for little help, one person to work every other weekend from Friday night 8pm to Monday morning 8am, so 2.5 days. We want help with teaching Ali life skills... More

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$20–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 25 miles away

Sitter with Car & Before/After School...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My daughter is in fifth grade and is involved in dance and theater after school. She is well-mannered and independent.
I need a responsible driver with a reliable car who is flexible during weekdays to take my daughter to and from school and drive her to after school classes.
Monday 7:15-8:00 a.m.... More

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$18–25/hr
River Forest, IL • 20 miles away

Part-time after-school sitter for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! Looking for a caregiver who can pick up our children from their nearby respective schools, and assist with activities and/or homework after school + some snack and meal prep. We have a 7 y/o daughter & and 3-y/o son. Both are super sweet and full of fun. Our son is on the autism spectrum... More

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$12–15/hr
Elk Grove Village, IL • 10 miles away

Two Boys Need a Consistent Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a regular sitter to come 2-3 times a week with the flexibility to change the schedule as needed. We have two little boys and two dogs. Some laundry and light cleaning when possible is very much appreciated.

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$15–25/hr
Deerfield, IL • 8 miles away

Occasional sitter needed for 15-month old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Looking for a caring and experienced sitter for our 14 month old daughter. We have a friendly 50 pound dog, so need someone comfortable with pets.

Basic responsibilities may include feeding snacks or meals, playtime, and bedtime routine.

Located in Deerfield. Seeking someone primarily for... More

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$12–25/hr
Elgin, IL • 15 miles away

Looking for an occasional sitter for our...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Isaiah is 12 years old. Very responsible. Loves Roblox. We have a friendly cat and a very friendly dog.

Keeping Isaiah company, mentor, play video games, etc. He loves his dog and is very smart.

Needing availability for Random date nights.

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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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