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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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$20–27/hr
District Heights, MD • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler (15...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm

We seek a caring and reliable babysitter for our toddler of 16 months starting August 7, 2025, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Our babysitter will provide a safe and engaging environment for our daughter. You will supervise play activities, and prepare simple meals and snacks. You will help... More

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$20–23/hr
Clinton, MD • 22 miles away

Caring and Engaging Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible and caring babysitter for our toddler, starting July 5, 2025. The schedule is flexible. Your tasks include supervising playtime, engaging in age-appropriate activities, preparing light snacks, and maintaining a safe environment. You will help with routines like nap time and... More

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$10–11/hr
Bladensburg, MD • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 7:30pm

We seek a nurturing babysitter for our infant starting on August 3, 2025. The job occurs on Mondays from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM. Your main responsibilities include feeding, changing, and caring for our child in a safe environment. You will engage our infant in age-appropriate activities and ensure their... More

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$10–30/hr
Greenbelt, MD • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 1:00pm

We need a reliable babysitter to care for our preschool child from July 7, 2025, on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The sitter will supervise playtime, assist with meals, and encourage learning activities. A car is required for outings, as we may need transport for... More

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$15–23/hr
Crownsville, MD • 15 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Preschooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a babysitter for our preschool-aged child. The position starts on July 21, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule is Wednesday through Friday, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The ideal candidate must have a car and experience caring for multiple children. Responsibilities... More

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$22–26/hr
Hyattsville, MD • 22 miles away

New Carrollton - After School Nanny for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

Seeking a fun & reliable nanny for our 5 & 10-year-old! Duties include after-school pickup, driving to activities, homework help & playtime. Min. 15 hrs/wk with additional hours possible if desired and needed.

This is a salaried (W2) position with guaranteed pay, even when we're on vacation. We... More

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$19–24/hr
Gambrills, MD • 16 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Evening Care and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our elementary-aged child starting on June 3, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with flexible start times. The babysitter must have their own car and feel comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include helping with homework, driving our child, preparing meals... More

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$20–27/hr
Laurel, MD • 23 miles away

Driver Needed for Four Children, Weekdays,...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 9:30am (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for four children aged preschool to middle school. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM, starting on August 4, 2025. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, assisting with morning routines, and driving the children to school or... More

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$12–17/hr
Greenbelt, MD • 23 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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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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