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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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$15–22/hr
Minooka, IL • 20 miles away

Babysitter needed for two preschool kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 8:30pm

Hello sitters! We’re looking for a reliable and responsible person to watch our two preschool-aged children. The job starts on January 5, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 8:00 up to three days a week. You might need to have a car for transportation needs. Your duties include supervising playtime, helping with... More

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$20–24/hr
Oswego, IL • 23 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter with Car for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter for our infant starting December 18, 2025, flexible schedule. The regular work days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You must have your own car and be comfortable caring for a small child. Responsibilities include feeding, changing,... More

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$10–15/hr
Peru, IL • 25 miles away

Seeking Babysitter with Car for Toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 11:30pm

Looking for a sitter willing to do exchanges. I need for someone to be able to follow the strict rules on exchanges. If the other parent is late then you are expected to care for the child for the duration of the night. My son is a sweetheart and very social. He is also currently going through the... More

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$16–20/hr
Ottawa, IL • 15 miles away

Looking for a babysitter to engage and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re looking for a babysitter to provide supervision and activities for one child in elementary school. You'll engage them in creative play, help with homework, and ensure a safe environment.

The start date is January 17, 2026, but we can adjust this to fit your schedule. Your responsibilities... More

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$20–24/hr
Yorkville, IL • 16 miles away

Friendly sitter needed for 2 kids, ages...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/31 - 01/01

5:00pm - 9:00am

Hello! We’re looking for a reliable babysitter for two young children, ages toddler and preschool. The job starts on December 31, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 AM. You’ll help with basic activities like preparing snacks, supervising playtime, and ensuring bedtime routines. A car is required for... More

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$20–24/hr
Montgomery, IL • 24 miles away

Seeking experienced babysitter for one...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a reliable sitter to care for one elementary-aged child. The schedule starts flexible on December 23, 2025, at 6:30 PM and continues on January 1, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM. You must be comfortable with pets and have your own car. Experience with multiple children is required.... More

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$15–23/hr
Oswego, IL • 23 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Elementary Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We need someone reliable to watch our child who is in elementary school. The start date is December 12, 2025, but we can adjust it to fit your needs. You must have a car to drive them to activities or school when needed. Your tasks include helping with homework, preparing snacks, and... More

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$20–27/hr
Oswego, IL • 23 miles away

Two Kids Under 5, 2-3x/week For 2-3hrs....

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We've got two kids, a 4.5yo daughter and 2yo son. Both are very sweet, and they get along great. We're looking for somebody who can supervise crafts, do some fun-education (our daughter can read very well, but we're expanding on that skill + working on writing etc.), take the kids to the park and... More

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$16–22/hr
Yorkville, IL • 16 miles away

Babysitter Needed for One Preschool Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

Hello sitters! We need someone to watch our preschool child on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, starting on December 16, 2025. You'll engage them in fun activities, prepare simple meals, and ensure a safe environment. Communication and patience are essential, as our child enjoys... More

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$20–24/hr
Yorkville, IL • 16 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter with Car for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We’re looking for a babysitter for our toddler. This position is for one child, and it requires someone who has a car. You will work on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The start date is December 1, 2025, but we can be flexible. Your main tasks include supervising... 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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