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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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$21–25/hr
Palos Heights, IL • 19 miles away

Easy money! Urgent: need sitter for 3 fun...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi! We are a fun and loving family of 5: Mom, Dad, fraternal boy/girl twins that are 5 and a 3 year old little girl. We also have 4 cats whom we adore! Things we love to do together: cook, sing, dance, play outdoors, go to the pool, make crafts, and go on adventures.

We need someone tomorrow... More

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$22–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter for two boys.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Family based in Little Village looking for occasional date night kid-sitting.

Keep children engaged and prep. for bedtime. Very light cleaning/meal preparation expected.

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$16–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 21 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Morning...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for one elementary-aged child. The position starts on June 16, 2025, and requires care from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include driving the child to daycare when the facility opens and ensuring their safety and well-being. The... More

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$14–19/hr
Portage, IN • 15 miles away

Mom In need of sitter can discuss pay

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm

Hello I am looking for a sitter in May starting April 29th. My daughter is 11 months. Super sweet and playful. Looking for someone temporary because I have a full time sitter in June.

Make bottles, make small snacks, change diapers, have play time or peek a boo.

I live in Michigan city right now... More

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$10–11/hr
Richton Park, IL • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for our three elementary-aged children. The start date is April 21, 2025, but we can be flexible. Daily tasks include supervising playtime, helping with homework, and preparing snacks. The babysitter also performs light housekeeping duties,... More

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$19–23/hr
Richton Park, IL • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

We need a responsible babysitter to care for our infant starting on May 27, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The babysitter will feed, change, and play with the baby, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. The ideal candidate has their own car for reliable... More

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$16–18/hr
Munster, IN • 2 miles away

Summer sitter for 12 & 14 yo in Munster, IN

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 4:00pm

We are looking for a summer sitter for our 2 children (12 & 14). M-F mornings (varied) to 3-6 pm. Summer break starts 5/27/2023 and ends 8/13/2023. Responsibilities will include planning activities, meal prep support- lunch, light housework (related to meals/activities), transportation for summer... More

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$22–40/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 miles away

Nurture Infant, Prepare Meals, and Manage...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for our infant starting on April 16, 2025. The sitter will provide attentive supervision, prepare meals and snacks, and manage bedtime routines. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets and has experience caring for multiple children. A... More

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$17–25/hr
Valparaiso, IN • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Todler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for one infant starting on April 21, 2025, with a flexible start date. The babysitter drives to our home and ensures the child’s safety and comfort. Responsibilities include heating up meals and snacks, following a bedtime routine, and assisting with toilet training. Light... More

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$20–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter for Toddler with Special...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caregiver for our toddler starting on or after May 19, 2025. The caregiver should have experience with special needs and multiples. Responsibilities include providing sick care, managing bedtime routines, preparing meals and snacks, and assisting with toilet training. Light housekeeping... More

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$22–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 25 miles away

Babysitter for date night

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/19

5:30pm - 9:30pm

We are visiting Chicago w/ our kids, 4 and 10, and want to have a date night. The kids are a lot of fun and love babysitters.

Play with the kids while we go out, feed them dinner, get ready for bed

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$18–23/hr
Orland Park, IL • 22 miles away

After school sitter for 9 and 12 year old...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children ages elementary and middle school, starting on April 14, 2025.

We are a kind, loving, and supportive family with two working parents and two children, ages 8 and 11. Life is busy, and we value teamwork and trust. Our home also includes our sweet and... More

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$15/hr
Gary, IN • 3 miles away

Part-time sitter for infant boy, Kayden!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 2:30pm

Hello My name is Destinee. I’m looking for a caregiver for my infant son. My Husband typically works during the week and might be off some days and I’ll be starting school. I’m looking for a caring sitter who is also patient and does not mind cameras in the home(safety reasons). Help with son, light... 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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