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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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$19–26/hr
Portland, ME • 15 miles away

Babysitter needed for toddler, Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 3 PM

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a loving and reliable caregiver to care for our 1-year-old, while I work full time from home. The position is Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The primary responsibilities include providing attentive care to our baby throughout the day, with diaper changes,... More

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$19–26/hr
Portland, ME • 15 miles away

Experienced babysitter needed for toddler, weekdays from 10 AM to 3 PM

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We’re looking for a babysitter for our toddler. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The start date is September 7th, but we can be flexible.

You need to have a car and be comfortable around pets, as we have a medium-sized cockapoo in our home. Your main... More

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$24–29/hr
Portland, ME • 15 miles away

After-school care in Portland

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 5:00pm

Help our family by watching two children after school. This position starts on September 1st and runs on Mondays thru Friday, from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM. (Ok if only available on some of these days, but would need to be consistent week to week)

Your responsibilities include picking up from school... More

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$20–24/hr
Portland, ME • 15 miles away

Seeking a reliable sitter for two young children starting August 22nd

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We're looking for a reliable babysitter to support our family starting August 22nd. The role includes supervising two young children aged toddler and pre-school. Duties involve planning engaging activities, preparing meals, and ensuring a safe environment.

The ideal candidate has a car for... More

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$18–21/hr
Portland, ME • 16 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for One Junior-High Child Starting September 2026

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter to care for one junior-high child starting September 13, 2026, with flexible scheduling. Responsibilities include supervising homework, engaging in activities, preparing light snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate is responsible, reliable, and has... More

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$12–25/hr
Lewiston, ME • 17 miles away

Babysitter needed for two kids on August 17th and 24th

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! I'm looking for help with two children, ages 4 and 6. This job is for August 17th and 24th from 7:45 am to 3:30 pm while I am at work. Potential for additional semi-regular opportunities. You should have experience with multiple active children. You will supervise playtime and prepare... More

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$23–50/hr
Scarborough, ME • 23 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for 5 Young Children Starting August 23rd

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

We will be traveling to the area for vacation with several families and their children. We are looking for childcare support during the day for the children. There are three toddlers, three babies, and two elementary school age children. We would not expect this person to watch all of the children... More

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$30–35/hr
Scarborough, ME • 23 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for 2 Elementary-Aged Children 1 afternoon a week

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

We live in Scarborough and are looking for a babysitter for two elementary school children. Looking for someone beginning Sept 1st if possible (but flexible!)

The days needed are Tuesday or Thursday (not both, just one day a week) from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM.

Sitter must have a clean driving record... More

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$23–35/hr
Falmouth, ME • 12 miles away

Occasional Babysitter Needed for Two Young Children Starting August 2026

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a caring and responsible babysitter for our two children, a toddler and a preschooler. The schedule begins on August 9, 2026, and is flexible. Responsibilities include engaging children in age-appropriate activities, preparing snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal... More

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$15–27/hr
Portland, ME • 15 miles away

Occasional Babysitter Needed for 8yo with Pet Care Experience

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for 8 yo son starting on or after August 29, 2026. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets and has their own car for transportation. Responsibilities include ensuring the child is safe, engaging in play and educational activities, and providing... More

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$23–27/hr
Portland, ME • 16 miles away

Babysitter needed for three children.

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Help our family by providing babysitting for three children, ages: 1, 4, and 6. The start date is August 15th but we'd like to meet you before that. We have an old dog. You don't to take care of him, besides maybe let him out once or twice into our fenced-in yard. Having your own car is preferred,... More

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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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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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