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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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$18–23/hr
Bloomfield Hills, MI • 10 miles away

After school sitter for 8 and 4 year old...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

We need a reliable after school babysitter for two children, ages 8 and 4. The job starts on Aug 25, 2025, with a flexible start date. We are looking for either 3-6 or 4-6:30PM depending on availability tuesday through thursday. We are looking for someone who has some flexibility and some times... More

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$19–23/hr
Harrison Township, MI • 20 miles away

Sitter As Needed.

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I have 2 boys and 2 girls.
Amiyah , Milani, Fatta and Tristan. They are respectful kids but are very curious

I would need the babysitter to keep a close eye on them because the minute you turn your back they will find something to do lol

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$19–23/hr
Livonia, MI • 11 miles away

Engaging Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 1:30pm

We need a babysitter for two children, an infant and a toddler, on Thursdays from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM, starting June 19, 2025. The sitter must have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Experience caring for multiple children is required. Duties include keeping the children safe, engaging them... More

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$10–20/hr
Westland, MI • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for one infant boy. 4-4...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

I am the father of the Sterling family. My wife and I are in search of a sitter to help us overcome the work schedule overlap for our 10 week old.

Take care of infant from 1PM to around 5-5:30PM between parents work schedule. Baby should only need feeding once or twice between that time. Also may... More

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$15–25/hr
Waterford, MI • 20 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler, starting on or after May 20, 2025. The ideal candidate enjoys caring for young children and possesses multiple experience. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and assisting with daily routines. The sitter must be comfortable... More

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$12–16/hr
Royal Oak, MI • 6 miles away

Occasional sitter for 2 young children on...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/21

11:30am - 5:30pm

10 year old girl. 5 month old boy. Troy, mi. Need sitter one sat a month

Feed baby bottle/ baby food. Diaper changes. Rock to sleep. Play. Daughter may need light meal or snacks prepared.

One sat a month in Troy for 5 hours.

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$13–15/hr
Birmingham, MI • 9 miles away

Join Us as a Summer Day Camp Counselor for...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm

KE Camps is a leading provider of country club summer day camps for children aged 4-12. With locations nationwide, we create a fun-filled environment where campers explore new activities, build friendships, and make lasting memories.

We’re seeking fun, responsible, creative, and dedicated Camp... More

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$15–20/hr
Sterling Heights, MI • 10 miles away

Long-term Caregiver Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our two children, aged infant and toddler. The job starts in July, but flexible on start dates. We’d have you paid to shadow our current caregiver to see if it’s a fit or not before starting. Work hours are Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.... More

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$13–16/hr
Southfield, MI • 8 miles away

Join Us as a Summer Day Camp Counselor for...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm

We’re seeking fun, responsible, creative, and dedicated Camp... More

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$13–16/hr
West Bloomfield, MI • 17 miles away

Join Us as a Summer Day Camp Counselor for...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm

We’re seeking fun, responsible, creative, and dedicated Camp... More

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$13–16/hr
West Bloomfield, MI • 17 miles away

Join Us as a Summer Day Camp Counselor for...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm

We’re seeking fun, responsible, creative, and dedicated Camp... More

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$13–16/hr
Bloomfield Hills, MI • 12 miles away

Join Us as a Summer Day Camp Counselor for...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm

We’re seeking fun, responsible, creative, and dedicated Camp... More

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$18–24/hr
Trenton, MI • 21 miles away

Part-Time Nanny Needed for Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a caring nanny for 17 mo old. The schedule varies but is typically 6-8 hr days 2-3 days/week. Start time is 7:30

Duties will include caring for our son with some light housework that would be mainly centered around whatever the kids’ activities and meals are daily.

We are... More

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$10–14/hr
Shelby Township, MI • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on June 6, 2025. The schedule includes Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The babysitter provides attentive care, ensures safety, and engages the child with age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate has experience... 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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