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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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$18–22/hr
Louisville, KY • 25 miles away

Need Babysitter for Infant, 9 AM to 2 PM,...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/03

9:00am - 2:00pm

Hello! We need a babysitter for our infant. The job starts on November 3, 2025. You will watch our child from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

You must have a car to get to our home safely. Your responsibilities will include feeding, changing, and playing with the baby. You will also ensure a safe environment... More

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$10–11/hr
Louisville, KY • 15 miles away

Sitter Needed for Two Well Behaved Boys...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

9 and 10 year in our home in Polo Fields. Around 730pm until no later than 1230am. We need a sitter fairly often on weekend nights.

Iteneriary:
They can go to bed at 9pm. All you have to do is let them watch TV and look at your phone. At 9pm, tell them to brush their teeth and get in bed. Tuck them... More

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$20–24/hr
Louisville, KY • 25 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Middle School...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm

Hi! We’re looking for a responsible babysitter for our two children, who are in middle school. The job starts on November 4, 2025, and runs every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM.

You'll help with homework, prepare snacks, and engage them in activities. It’s important that you... More

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$20–33/hr
Louisville, KY • 15 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We’re looking for a babysitter for two children, one baby and one in elementary school. Your responsibility includes supervising them during playtime and meal times. You will help them with homework and make sure they stay engaged and safe.

The job starts around December 15, 2025,... More

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$20–24/hr
Louisville, KY • 16 miles away

Hang with 3 school kids for date night...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi! Looking for a sitter this Monday from 6-9pm. 3 kiddos ages 6/6/9.

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$13–24/hr
Louisville, KY • 20 miles away

Help Supervise and Engage Toddler, Start...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We want a reliable babysitter to look after our toddler. This position starts on October 22, 2025, but the start date is flexible. The sitter will play with our child, prepare snacks, and assist with simple tasks like diaper changes and cleanup. You should feel comfortable engaging in activities... More

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$18–20/hr
Frankfort, KY • 15 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter with Car for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 4:30pm

Hello, we need a babysitter for our infant. The job is from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, starting on October 13, 2025. You'll feed, change, and nap the baby, ensuring a safe and engaging environment. You must have a car for potential errands or activities. We want someone responsible... More

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$18–24/hr
Louisville, KY • 16 miles away

Reliable sitter needed for 3 kids, ages...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 12:30pm

Hello! We’re looking for a reliable babysitter to help with our three children, aged toddler and preschool. The schedule is every Monday from 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM, and occasional Fridays 6-8:00 PM starting October 13, 2025. We prefer to have someone who has a reliable transport. Tasks include... More

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$20–24/hr
Louisville, KY • 25 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Young Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

Hi there! We’re looking for a babysitter for our two children, aged infant and toddler. The job is quite flexible but ideally 25-35 hours/week. Can negotiate days and times.

You should have experience with multiple children and a reliable car, be a non-smoker, and be physically fit. Main tasks... More

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$10–23/hr
Eastwood, KY • 11 miles away

Fun, loving and compassionate occasional...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hey darlins! I have two littles in need of a fun, loving, engaging, energetic, and compassionate caregiver for the occasional date night need (weekdays and/or weeknight availability would be amazing)! I have a little Miss 2 year old (toddler) and a little Mr 4 year old (preschool and potty trained).... More

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$20–30/hr
Fisherville, KY • 12 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Four...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter starting on August 4, 2025, to care for four children in elementary and middle school. The sitter is responsible for school pick-up for a high schooler and driving children to gymnastics and softball practice. All driving locations are within 30 minutes of our... More

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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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