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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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$15–17/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 20 miles away

looking for a sitter 1-2 times a week!

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I am looking for a sitter for one to two week nights! I pay $15per hour because most nights the boys are in bed so you won’t have to do anything but just be there. My oldest is a type one diabetic he does need monitoring but that can all be discussed.

Thank you!

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$20–24/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 19 miles away

Seeking Regular babysitter for toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 10:30pm (flexible)

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our loving and playful toddler starting in February 2026. The schedule primarily includes Fridays evenings and Saturday afternoons. The sitter must have their own car and be comfortable with pets (cats). Occasional weeknight evening availability is preferred.... More

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$18–50/hr
Troy, IL • 23 miles away

Babysitter needed for 2 middle school kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We want a babysitter for two middle school children. The start date is January 1, 2026, but we can be flexible. The ideal person has a car to help with transportation. You will supervise their activities, assist with homework, and prepare simple meals. It's important to engage them in fun and... More

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$14–25/hr
Herculaneum, MO • 22 miles away

Looking for a reliable sitter for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We need help with two young children, an infant and a toddler. The ideal candidate has experience with multiple children and owns a car for outings. You will supervise playtime, prepare meals, and ensure safety during activities. The schedule starts around January 30, 2026, but we can... More

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$16–22/hr
O Fallon, IL • 13 miles away

Need babysitter with a car for 2 toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We're looking for a babysitter to help with our two young children, ages toddler and preschool. The start date is December 11, 2025, but we can be flexible. Your main tasks will include engaging the kids in fun activities, preparing simple meals, and maintaining a safe environment. You'll... More

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$21–25/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 18 miles away

Guide and Support Three Kids with Special...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 6:30pm

Hi there! We're looking for a babysitter to help us care for our three children, ages infant, preschool, and elementary. The job starts on January seventh, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM every Wednesday. You should have a valid driver's license and a car for any necessary trips. It's important you... More

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$20–24/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 21 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We’re looking for a babysitter for our two children, both in preschool (3 and 5). This would be for weekends, and the occasional weekday evening/bedtime help.

You will mostly play with the kids and help with snacks. We don't do screens with kids, so it would be a lot of playing with... More

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$10–18/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 19 miles away

Flexible babysitting needed for toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter for our toddler. The start date is flexible, with regular hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Your main responsibilities will include supervising playtime, preparing snacks and meals, and engaging in fun activities to promote... More

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$11–15/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 21 miles away

Nurturing babysitter needed for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm

Hi! We need a dependable babysitter for two young kids, ages preschool and toddler. You'll work Monday to Friday, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, starting on December 1, 2025. Your main tasks include supervising playtime, preparing meals, and helping with basic routines. You should have a car to assist... More

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$20–24/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 19 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter with Car...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We’re looking for a babysitter for our infant kashton he’s 3 months old he’s a very easy going baby rarely cries only if he needs changed or fed he’s a good baby. He sleeps throughout the night. This job starts on November 27, 2025, and we need someone reliable with multiple experiences.... More

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$19–20/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 19 miles away

Seeking Responsible Babysitter for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00pm - 3:00am (flexible)

We need a responsible and caring babysitter for our infant starting on November 10, 2025. The main hours are Friday and Saturday nights from 9:00 PM to 4:00 AM. The ideal sitter should have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Your duties will include feeding, changing, and providing a safe... More

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$10–15/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 22 miles away

Young, Fun, and Loving Family

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Meet the Carrington crew. Mom, Dad, two daughters. We love gardening, farming, reading, and art.
Looking for the perfect person to interact with our littles with kindness, and patience.

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$15–23/hr
Belleville, IL • 9 miles away

Need babysitter for middle school child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We need a babysitter for our elementary school child. You will start at 6:30 AM and drop off at school by 7:30/8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, AS WELL AS, pick up from school the same days at 4pm until 5:30pm starting around November 10, 2025. You must have a car to help... More

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How much do in-home child care providers make?

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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