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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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$16–22/hr
Leominster, MA • 23 miles away

Looking for a sitter with a car for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 4:00pm

Help providing support for two children during weekdays. The job starts on January 5th 2026.

You would pick up and drop off the oldest from school. You will engage the children in play, assist with homework, and prepare meals.

If you enjoy working with elementary and preschool-aged kids and can... More

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

Seeking Responsible Babysitter with Car...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for two children, ages preschool and junior-high. The schedule starts on after the new year with flexibility for the start date. Regular hours include Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 2:30 PM to 530- 6:00 PM. The ideal candidate must have their... More

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$15–24/hr
Fiskdale, MA • 25 miles away

Seeking Babysitter with Car for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

We’re looking for a responsible babysitter for our preschool child. The schedule is flexible, starting on December 28, 2025, with hours from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Your tasks include preparing meals, engaging in playtime, and ensuring safety during activities. Having a car... More

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$23–32/hr
Sterling, MA • 22 miles away

Drive Toddler to Activities, Monday and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We’re looking for a babysitter to help with one toddler. The schedule starts on January 19, 2026, with some flexibility. You’ll work Mondays and Thursdays from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Your tasks include playing, supervising activities, and preparing light snacks. You must have a car for transportation.... More

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$10–27/hr
Worcester, MA • 23 miles away

Looking for a Reliable Babysitter for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am

Hello sitters! I need help with my two children, ages four and eight, on weekday mornings. The job starts January 7, 2026, from 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM, Monday through Thursday. You’ll prepare breakfast, help them get ready for school, and drive them if needed. I ask that you have a car for this role.... More

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$20–25/hr
South Hadley, MA • 24 miles away

Seeking babysitter for 20 month old for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We're based in South Hadley and are looking for a babysitter for our toddler, currently 20 months old, for evenings around twice a month. This would mostly be after she goes to bed; our daughter almost always sleeps well, so we mainly just need a responsible adult keeping an eye on the baby... More

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$10–11/hr
Leominster, MA • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for One Preschooler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

Hi there! We’re looking for a babysitter for our preschool-age child. The job starts on January 5, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and will be needed Monday through Friday. I only need you to grab him from daycare and keep and eye on him until I get home which would be around 6-6:30

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$23–27/hr
Shutesbury, MA • 12 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Elementary Child on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 5:30pm

Hello! We’re looking for a reliable babysitter for our elementary-aged child. The job starts on December fifteenth, twenty twenty-five, from twelve thirty in the afternoon to five in the evening, every Wednesday. You'll help with homework, prepare snacks, and organize fun activities. A car is needed... More

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$20–28/hr
Deerfield, MA • 20 miles away

Seeking Occasional Babysitter for our 3...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are two teachers looking for an as needed sitter (with the possibility of a more regular schedule) for our three daughters (aged 6, 3, and 8 months). Schedules could be planned far in advance, and we are looking for mostly weekend care during the day and/or evening. Some help during the... More

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$23–27/hr
Fitchburg, MA • 22 miles away

Looking for a reliable babysitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We’re looking for a babysitter for our toddler. This position is for one child and starts on December 5, 2025, but we can be flexible with the date. Daily tasks include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and keeping the environment safe. We value a reliable person who enjoys engaging... More

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$23–27/hr
Worcester, MA • 25 miles away

Babysitter needed for three elementary...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We want a babysitter for three elementary school children starting on December 13, 2025. The ideal candidate has a car and experience working with special needs children. Your tasks will include supervising playtime, helping with homework, and preparing snacks. We also need someone who can... More

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$22–32/hr
Sunderland, MA • 18 miles away

Dependable babysitter needed for 2 young...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re looking for a reliable babysitter for our two children, ages infant and toddler. The start date is flexible, but we prefer someone who can begin by December 20, 2025. You must have your own car and experience caring for multiple children. Your daily tasks will include preparing meals, playing... More

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

Seeking Babysitter with a Car for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Help our family by looking after our infant. We need someone who has a car and can start on or after November 26, 2025. Your main tasks include feeding, changing, and engaging with the baby in a safe and fun environment. You should be reliable, patient, and attentive to our child's needs. We prefer... More

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$24–28/hr
Leominster, MA • 23 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re looking for a responsible babysitter for our infant. The job starts around December 1, 2025, but we can adjust the start date. You will supervise playtime, prepare meals, and change diapers as needed. A car is required for errands or activities. This position is for one child, and we value... More

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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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