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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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$23–27/hr
Auburn, MA • 8 miles away

Occasional sitter two nights a week for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Single parent who travels two nights a month. Will need someone overnight generally Monday and Tuesday.

I travel overnight for work a few days a month. Generally leave Monday evening, come back Wednesday evening. My son gets off the bus around three. I would need someone to arrive around dinner... More

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$20–29/hr
Framingham, MA • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our infant starting on November 1 2025. The schedule includes weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with flexibility in the start date. Responsibilities include feeding, diaper changing, and engaging in age-appropriate play. The babysitter must ensure a safe and... More

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$20–25/hr
Leominster, MA • 17 miles away

Responsible person looking for an easy...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Single father of 4. Kids are all very self sufficient and respectful.

Don’t let them burn the apartment down, interact with them if they choose and meal time if/when applicable.

Bedtime is easy, they have a routine and just need to be told when it’s bedtime.

I have a 1.5 pitbull who is a... More

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$20–22/hr
Spencer, MA • 6 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Elementary...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

I need a babysitter starting around June 27, 2025, for my 6 year old daughter. She is a type 1 diabetic and has food allergies so experience dealing with that is necessary.

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$20–24/hr
Shrewsbury, MA • 10 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter for our infant starting on July 3, 2025. The ideal candidate has experience caring for multiple infants and owns a car for transportation. Responsibilities include feeding, diapering, and providing a safe play environment. The babysitter will follow a consistent routine and... More

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$23–27/hr
Gardner, MA • 19 miles away

Seek Caring Babysitter for Elementary...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter starting on June 26, 2025, to care for one elementary-age child. The sitter engages the child in fun and educational activities, supervises playtime, and ensures safety. The role includes preparing meals and snacks, helping with bedtime routines, and assisting with... More

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$15–20/hr
Ashland, MA • 23 miles away

Urgently need sitter on 24th Jun and on...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Looking for reliable sitter occasionally for 10 year old twins and one 8 year old boy

Looking after kids and attend to their needs. Giving them meals or snacks that are already made. Taking them to an activity on rare occasions

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$23–27/hr
Worcester, MA • 4 miles away

Looking for a nanny for an adorable and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We look forward to find a nanny for our lovely girl ( a 1 year old baby girl). I work from home and looking for a nanny that can spend time with our little one. She loves to have someone that would read and sing to her and exercise 20-30 min 2x a day. Someone with PT, PO experience would be great.... More

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$17–24/hr
Whitinsville, MA • 17 miles away

Occasional sitter for super goofy and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are a relatively laid back family, with a wildly goofy toddler. He is an absolute joy, but also loves to play hard and sing/dance. We are a very musical couple, and it is clear that the apple does not fall far!
He will climb everything, run anywhere, and adores other people, animals, and... More

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$10–28/hr
Southborough, MA • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/25

10:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting on June 27, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The schedule is flexible. The sitter will prepare meals and snacks, provide care when the child is sick, assist with bedtime routines, and help with toilet training. Light housekeeping tasks, such... 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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