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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
Arlington, VA • 19 miles away

Afterschool Babysitter Needed In Arlington

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

I'm looking for a reliable, caring, and energetic babysitter to help with my two boys (ages 7 and 9) and their 11-year-old sister (who doesn't need babysitting, but may need a ride some days). We also have a cat who loves attention.

Ideal candidate would enjoy being active with the boys. They... More

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$20–21/hr
Mc Lean, VA • 15 miles away

Full-Time Nanny in McLean, VA

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a warm, reliable, and experienced nanny to help care for our five-month-old baby boy. This is a temporary, full-time position that begins on April 1, 2025, and is expected to run through February 1, 2026.

We are a Greek-speaking household and part of your role will include... More

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$22–26/hr
Columbia, MD • 17 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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$20–30/hr
Arlington, VA • 22 miles away

Part time summer nanny Arlington

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Hello! We are looking for someone to watch our 1 year old daughter and 4 year old son on a regular basis this summer, mid May through early August. We are looking for someone to help from about 9am-3pm, 3-5 days/week but we are flexible on the specific setup for the right person.

Pay based on... More

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$15–20/hr
Lanham, MD • 23 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 • 21 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 • 8 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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$23–27/hr
Washington, DC • 24 miles away

Playful & Organized Part-time Nanny Needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 9:30pm (flexible)

Solo Mama looking for a kind, creative, and well-organized nanny for an energetic, curious, and chatty 3 year old boy by August 2025. This person would be work Monday through Wednesday evenings from 6:30-9:30pm, and then also stay at our house every other weekend (so, twice a month), from Thursday... More

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$20–22/hr
Arlington, VA • 19 miles away

Afternoon and early evening caregiver needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Hello. We have two beautiful and lovely children. Julia is 17 and Brooke is 10. We love the outdoors and staying busy and active. ?
We are looking for a great caregiver for 2 children in Arlington. Julia is 17 and autistic. She is very easy, happy. Sweet, and loving. She loves neighborhood walks,... More

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$22–25/hr
Vienna, VA • 20 miles away

Consistent Sunday babysitter for amazing...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

Hi! We are the Daub family. We live in the Mosaic District near Tyson’s Corner. Charlotte is an amazing and beautiful 11.5 month old baby girl, almost 1-year old! We are looking for a consistent weekend babysitter who can stay with us as she grows into toddler-hood.

The 4-6 hour shifts will be... More

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$16–21/hr
Sterling, VA • 14 miles away

Friendly Family Looking for AfterCare

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Hi, we’re a blended family of 5 including our 2 year old cockapoo named Leo.

Need a regular sitter in the mornings until our therapist arrives.
We’d love to have someone who can also sit on the weekends as necessary

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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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