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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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$10–25/hr
Amherst, MA • 4 miles away

Babysitter Needed for One 11+ year old...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/18

1:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We seek a female college student, graduate, or other experienced sitter for one school age child age 11+ for a one-time need on May 18, 2025. The schedule is somewhat flexible, but the sitter will care for the child most likely from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM. The sitter will engage the child and ensure a... More

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$21–25/hr
Springfield, MA • 18 miles away

Childcare Needed for Preschooler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter starting May 7, 2025, for one preschool child. The sitter plans engaging activities, prepares meals, and ensures a safe environment. The role requires comfort with pets, as we have a small dog. Experience with special needs is essential, as our child has unique... More

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$16–25/hr
Springfield, MA • 18 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Elementary Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter starting June 17, 2025, for one elementary-age child. The sitter will supervise and engage the child in activities, ensuring a safe and positive environment. The role includes preparing meals and snacks, assisting with homework, and providing support for special needs. A... More

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$21–25/hr
Southampton, MA • 17 miles away

Occasional reliable trustworthy sitter...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I have three children that are all very loving good kids, they love to talk and play and enjoy the outdoor weather.

I am looking for an occasional babysitter for my three sons someone that is reliable and trustworthy

Southampton, Massachusetts

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$16–24/hr
Brookfield, MA • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three Young...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our three children, ages infant to preschool. The job starts on May 6, 2025, and occurs every Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing meals and snacks, and supporting light laundry and light... More

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$21–25/hr
Springfield, MA • 18 miles away

Nanny Needed for 3 Kids: Meal Prep, Light...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter for three children, including an infant and a preschooler. The position starts on April 22, 2025, with flexible scheduling, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Responsibilities include participating in a nanny share, preparing meals and... More

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$20–25/hr
Westfield, MA • 22 miles away

Occasional care for our two girls. Must be...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We have two girls who generally play well together. They enjoy games, coloring and crafts as well as lots of outside play including swimming. We have two furry but very friendly Golden Retrievers who are quiet and crate trained.

I’m a stay at home mom but looking for occasional care for one... More

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$22–27/hr
Northampton, MA • 10 miles away

Recurring, flexible 10 hrs/week daytime...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

I am a single parent of a delightful kiddo born January 2025. I have one sweet and chill cat.

I’m looking for someone I can depend on to take excellent care of my infant while I get some regular breaks from caregiving while I am on maternity leave through mid-July. Days and times are flexible.

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$10–20/hr
West Warren, MA • 18 miles away

Experienced long-term Kid/Pet/House sitter...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

We need a sitter IMMEDIATELY!!!
- Schedule: Every TUES 6p to 8/830p. Monthly date nights typically 5 PM to 2 AM and house/pet sitting for any family trips that may arise.
- Kids: Two children, ages 6 and 15. Responsibilities incld. but are not limited to driving the kids to activities (must have... 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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