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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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$10–20/hr
Germantown, MD • 24 miles away

Daily sitter for intelligent 7yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am

A working family needing supervision for 7yr old as we work early so he’ll need supervision during school days

You’ll need to arrive on time. Supervise my son and drop him off at school at 9am, school is less than 5 min walk.

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$20/hr
Kensington, MD • 21 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for our elementary-aged child. The job starts on May 14, 2025, with flexibility in the start date and requires availability on Monday to Friday ( 3:30-6pm sometimes and 4 to 6pm sometime s) with occasional Saturdays. The babysitter must have their own car to drive... More

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$9–12/hr
Baltimore, MD • 13 miles away

Afternoon Sitter/ Pickup (2:30–5:00 PM)...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

Hi! I’m looking for a dependable and patient afternoon sitter for my 3-year-old son. Hours are approximately 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday starting Tuesday May 20th- June 6th. Offering $40 a day willing to negotiate. My son is bright, energetic, and full of personality, but also very... More

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$20–25/hr
Lutherville Timonium, MD • 15 miles away

Energetic Sitter for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 5:00pm

We are looking for a babysitter starting on May 23, 2025, on Friday from 12:30 PM to 5:00 PM and some Mondays 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM for two young children, ages toddler and preschool. The sitter must have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include providing care when children... More

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$23–27/hr
Silver Spring, MD • 14 miles away

Part-time Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am

Seeking a reliable babysitter for two elementary-age children on: Mondays from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Tuesdays from 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM,

Sitting activities will include:

1. Picking children up from Camp ( Monday and Tuesday 3:30 PM)
2. Drop off and wait for practice to begin (Mondays - 4:00... More

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$10–20/hr
Reisterstown, MD • 14 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Infants,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm

We need a reliable babysitter for twin girls from May 19th, 2025, Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The sitter ensures the children's safety, prepares meals, changes diapers, and engages in playtime activities. The ideal candidate has experience with multiple infants, owns a car, and feels... More

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$25–25/hr
Washington, DC • 24 miles away

Reliable Afternoon Sitter for Two Adorable...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable, fun and energetic babysitter for our two daughters, ages 5.5 and 8 years old. We are looking for someone who can start consistently in early May, with some flexibility on the start date. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 2:00pm to 6:30pm. Responsibilities include... More

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$22–26/hr
Columbia, MD • 4 miles away

Caring for Toddler, Preparing Meals and...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/08

8:30am - 2:30pm

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting on July 8-10th, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The babysitter will focus on ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, engaging the child in age-appropriate activities, and providing supervision during... More

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$22–25/hr
Odenton, MD • 15 miles away

Part-Time Sitter with Car for Energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

A working mom with a beautiful pre-schooler seeking aftercare-pick up help, and light cleaning and afterschool snacks administered.
Seeking pick-up for evenings. Week one will consist of only Tues/Wed evening pickups and Week 2, will only consist of Mon, Thurs and Friday pick ups, and rotate every... More

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$15–20/hr
Lanham, MD • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for infant boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

New family. New baby, just trying to get a handle. We appreciate any help recommendations that you can provide.

Basic care for infant. ATM just a few hrs a week. Probably visually will probably be looking for daycare for us to go back to work but for now just a few hours a week.

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$12–17/hr
Greenbelt, MD • 18 miles away

Sitter needed to babysit three year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am

Sitter needed to babysit three year old while parent works remotely from home. Child is very energetic and loves to play

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$20–30/hr
Brookeville, MD • 12 miles away

Driver needed for 16 yo; Tutor needed for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 3:30pm

We need a driver/tutor for one high schooler and one middle school aged children beginning April 7, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM. The babysitter drives the children, helps them with homework, and provides tutoring as needed. Applicants must have their own car and... More

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$15–20/hr
Baltimore, MD • 10 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler, Start April...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a reliable babysitter starting on April 1, 2025, for our toddler. The sitter will supervise and engage the child in safe, fun activities. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, light housekeeping, and ensuring a clean play area. The sitter must have their own car for... More

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$20–25/hr
Lutherville Timonium, MD • 15 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Preschool Child with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for one preschool-aged child starting early June, 2025. The schedule is from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays for the summer. The ideal candidate has their own car, is comfortable with pets (one cat and one dog), and can drive the child as needed. Responsibilities... 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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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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