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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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$14–21/hr
New Baltimore, MI • 15 miles away

Looking for caring babysitter for three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a caring and reliable babysitter for our three children, an infant, a toddler, and an elementary aged child. You will be needed on weekdays anywhere from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Your responsibilities will include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and ensuring a safe environment.... More

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$20–25/hr
Clinton Township, MI • 24 miles away

Seeking Occasional sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

My wife and I are looking for a reliable, loving, and experienced baby sitter to join our family long-term.
About the Position:
• Care for our baby (8m old)
• Engage in age-appropriate play and developmental activities
• Feed, change diapers, and maintain nap routines
• ... More

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$21–25/hr
Clinton Township, MI • 24 miles away

Seeking a babysitter for three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We are looking for a sitter for occasional date nights once a month. We have 3 kids ages, 10 (boy), 8 (girl) and 6 (boy). Also, 3 pets, 2 labs and a cat. They do not require any special care other than letting out to go to the bathroom. Our kids are very good, love to play outside,... More

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$21–25/hr
Clinton Township, MI • 22 miles away

Help with two young children starting...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We're looking for help with our two children starting March 7th, though the date is flexible. You will need to have a car to transport them to activities and appointments. Experience with infants and toddlers is important, as you'll care for both age groups. Your responsibilities include preparing... More

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$10–24/hr
Macomb, MI • 20 miles away

Flexible babysitter needed for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We’re looking for a responsible babysitter for our two elementary-aged children. The start date is flexible, but we hope to begin by March 1st.

The ideal sitter has a car and is comfortable around our cat, who does not need direct care. You will supervise playtime, help with homework,... More

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$20–24/hr
New Baltimore, MI • 14 miles away

Babysitter needed for one elementary child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We're looking for a reliable babysitter for our elementary-aged child. The position starts on February 10th. You must have a car to help with drop-offs and pick-ups.

Your responsibilities include preparing snacks, helping with homework, and organizing fun activities. It's important to create a safe... More

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$20–24/hr
Clinton Township, MI • 24 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for three preschool-aged children. You will care for them mainly on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 5:00 AM to 7:30 AM, starting as early as January 1, 2026. A flexible start date is available. You must have your own car for transportation. Responsibilities... More

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$15–23/hr
New Baltimore, MI • 15 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter for Infant...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 6:30pm (flexible)

We need a responsible babysitter to care for two children, an infant and a toddler, starting on November 5, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The hours are from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. The ideal candidate will have experience with multiples and must have... More

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$20–25/hr
Fort Gratiot, MI • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Three Kids, Start...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We want a reliable babysitter for our three children, ages toddler, preschool, and elementary. You’ll engage them in fun activities, help with homework, and ensure they stay safe. The schedule starts on November 1, 2025, but we can be flexible. You should prepare healthy snacks, manage playtime, and... 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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