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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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$20–24/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter for Toddler Needed, Must...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring and attentive babysitter for our toddler starting on August 31, 2025, with a flexible start date. The babysitter watches, plays with, and engages our child in fun activities while ensuring safety and comfort. Tasks include preparing simple meals, changing diapers, and following... More

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$20–24/hr
Edwardsville, IL • 12 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant Starting July...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on July 29, 2025. The babysitter will care for our child, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Daily tasks include feeding, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate play. The babysitter must have a car for any necessary trips, such... More

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$20–24/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 3:00pm (flexible)

I need a babysitter for my toddler starting on July 21, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. You will care for my child by engaging in play, preparing meals, and ensuring safety. You must be comfortable with pets and have a car for... More

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$18–25/hr
Mascoutah, IL • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for our toddler starting July 19, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter engages our child in fun and safe activities, ensures supervision during play, and prepares simple meals or snacks. The sitter should have a car for potential outings and feels comfortable... More

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$16–23/hr
Belleville, IL • 16 miles away

Occasional sitter for two sweet...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a very loving outgoing family! Two kids 11 months apart can make it hard finding a reliable babysitter who is willing and able!

Needing to find an occasional babysitter while my fiancée and I go out. Trying for once a week do not have a specific day in mind. Would be after the kids went to... More

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$19–23/hr
Fairview Heights, IL • 14 miles away

Date night babysitter

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Looking for a date night babysitter for our 3 kids. Daughter (11), Daughter (5), and Son (4). This would be potentially once or twice a month.

Responsibilities would be to help cook dinner, hangout with the kids, and help with bedtime.

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$15–19/hr
Scott Air Force Base, IL • 12 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant, Light...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 4:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting June 26, 2025. The hours are Monday to Friday from 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM., but can sometimes vary depending on work schedule. The role includes caring for our child by feeding, changing, and engaging in play. The babysitter handles light laundry... More

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$10–17/hr
Highland, IL • 8 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our preschool-aged son possibly starting August 18, 2025. The hours will be 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include engaging with our child in play, preparing meals and snacks, and assisting with toilet training (he's almost... More

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$17–20/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 22 miles away

Part-Time Caregiver Needed for 9 m/o on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Family of 3 searching for a Tuesday/Thursday & date night sitter for our 9 month old son. Hours range from 7AM-4PM. This position is semi-regular and hours cannot be guaranteed. Responsibilities include providing age-appropriate entertainment/activities, ensuring safety, feeding, diaper changes,... 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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