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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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$20–25/hr
Conklin, MI • 10 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a responsible babysitter for our preschool child. The start date is flexible, with occasional hours needed. You should be comfortable with pets and have your own car for transportation. Your main duties will include engaging our child in play activities, providing snacks, and... More

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

Seeking reliable babysitter for four...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Could you help our family by watching four children, including toddlers and elementary-aged kids? The flexible schedule begins on March 6th, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 AM, across all seven days of the week. I work 12s 2 days on 2 days off 3 days on 3 days off

This role requires someone with experience... More

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$15–23/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 17 miles away

Babysitter needed for toddler starting...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We are seeking a babysitter for our toddler, starting on February 25th. Your tasks will include playing games, reading, learning shapes and colors, preparing snacks, and ensuring her safety. It’s essential that you have a car to attend activities or transport our child as necessary. We value... More

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$20–22/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 21 miles away

Looking for a babysitter with a car for my...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We're new to Michigan and looking for a regular babysitter for at least 1-2x per month. We value the outdoors, art/creativity and exploration.

The babysitter must have a car for outings or emergencies. Responsibilities include playing, preparing snacks/meals at times, and having fun!

We value... More

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$19–25/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 24 miles away

Babysitter needed for an infant on Mondays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello sitters! We’re looking for a reliable babysitter for our infant one day a week, preferably Monday or Friday. You will be responsible for engaging the child in safe play, feeding, changing diapers, and helping our child nap.

The schedule starts on March 2nd, with flexibility. Workdays are... More

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$15–18/hr
Belmont, MI • 13 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant on Weekday...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 11:00am

Hello, we want a babysitter for our infant. The job starts on April 2, 2026, and I prefer morning help if possible - like 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, Monday through Thursday; Friday about 4- 5 hours help (about 12-15hours help per week). Flexible on start and end time but prefer morning. If you available... More

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$18–22/hr
Rockford, MI • 14 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a responsible and caring babysitter for our toddler. The schedule starts on February 16, 2026, with a flexible start date. You will work Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We need someone who has their own car for transportation. Your main task will... More

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$20–25/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 22 miles away

Babysitter needed for pre-school child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter for our preschool-aged child. Occasionally, I will be working out of town and my husband will be working a 12p-12a shifts. These are rare (<1 a month) and usually no more than 1 day in a work week. We would need someone to pick up from daycare between 5-6p, feed our... More

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$15–25/hr
Grandville, MI • 24 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for Four...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our four children, ages elementary to junior high. You will be responsible for their safety, engaging them in activities, and providing homework help. The schedule starts on February 6, 2026, and includes flexible hours on weekdays, primarily in the... More

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$15–16/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 19 miles away

Babysitter needed for infant, Mondays,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're looking for a babysitter for our infant starting Sept 19 pending on when I deliver. The schedule is set. You will work on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays from approximately 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM depending on our schedules this time range could change. We would also need one weekend every 4 weeks... 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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