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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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$16–30/hr
Kalamazoo, MI • 10 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed to Drive, Cook,...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/03

4:00pm - 7:00pm

We need a responsible babysitter for one middle school child. The job starts on May 3, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The sitter drives the child to activities and appointments using their own car. They prepare meals and snacks and help with light laundry. The ideal candidate is dependable, engages... More

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$16–20/hr
Portage, MI • 18 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for two young children, ages toddler and preschool. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, starting on May 5, 2025. i work at 3pm and my boyfriend gets home by 6pm. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and assisting with... More

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$17–21/hr
Otsego, MI • 4 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Elementary Child,...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/14

4:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter starting around June 14, 2025, with a flexible schedule. The role involves caring for one elementary-aged child. Responsibilities include engaging in activities, ensuring a safe environment, preparing snacks, and following a bedtime routine. The sitter must be... More

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$10–11/hr
Otsego, MI • 4 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 11:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant from June 9, 2025. The job includes working on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 2:30 PM to 11:30 PM. Responsibilities include caring for our child, ensuring their safety, and engaging them in age-appropriate activities. The... More

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$15–18/hr
Battle Creek, MI • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting on May 5, 2025. You will work Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM some days will vary depending on my work schedule. Your main tasks include caring for our child, preparing meals and snacks, and doing... More

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$20–21/hr
Hastings, MI • 21 miles away

Babysitter needed for two preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00am - 6:00am

We seek a responsible babysitter for two preschool-aged children, starting on April 28, 2025. The schedule includes Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Responsibilities include engaging the children in fun activities, assisting with toilet training, and ensuring... More

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$16–20/hr
Kalamazoo, MI • 10 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant from 8...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/08

12:00am - 9:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on 5/8, 5/9, 5/12, 2025. The hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, on 5/8, 5/9, 5/12.
If you're available any of these days, please let me know!

The babysitter will care for one child, which includes feeding, changing, and playing. Safety is a... More

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$14–17/hr
Kalamazoo, MI • 11 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Children in...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children starting on April 19, 2025.
Currently the dates I need covered for this month or the 19th, which is a Saturday all day starting at 5 AM. And Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday the 21st, 22nd and 23rd, I need before school care. Earliest start time would be at... More

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$17–21/hr
Allegan, MI • 13 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Three Kids with...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter starting on April 9, 2025, for three children in elementary and middle school. The babysitter drives the kids to activities, prepares meals and snacks, and ensures a safe and caring environment. The ideal candidate has their own car, feels comfortable around pets, and has... More

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$17–21/hr
Battle Creek, MI • 23 miles away

Nurture and Assist Two Kids, one with...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a responsible babysitter for two children, ages preschool and elementary, starting on April 8th, 2025, with a flexible start date. The ideal candidate has experience with special needs, owns a car, and feels comfortable around pets. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, assisting... More

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$15–20/hr
Byron Center, MI • 24 miles away

Seeking a caring sitter for my...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 12:30pm (flexible)

We are a family of three, recently moved from South Korea. Our daughter Joy is 10 months old and a very curious baby.

We need a sitter during my ESL classes (9:00 AM - 11:45 AM) to care for our baby, including playtime, feeding, and diaper changes. We can discuss whether care will be at our home... More

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$16–22/hr
Kalamazoo, MI • 10 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a responsible babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool. The job starts on February 10, 2025, but the start date is flexible. The babysitter must have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Experience caring for multiple children is required. Responsibilities include... More

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$17–21/hr
Kalamazoo, MI • 10 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Toddlers with Car...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for two children, aged toddler and preschool. The start date is February 28, 2025. The babysitter provides care, supervises playtime, prepares meals, and ensures safety. The role includes engaging the children in age-appropriate activities and assisting with daily... 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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