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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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$10–15/hr
Holland, MI • 10 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for Active Toddler on Weekdays

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a reliable babysitter for our toddler. The job starts on October 15, 2026, at 3:30 PM, with flexible start dates. Work days are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Responsibilities include engaging the child in fun activities, preparing meals, and ensuring safety.... More

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$20–24/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 23 miles away

Babysitter needed for 1 toddler starting October 3rd. Must have a car

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting on October 3rd. This role involves supervising playtime, preparing meals, and ensuring the child's safety. The sitter will engage our child in age-appropriate activities that promote learning and development. It's important to have a car for trips to the... More

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$10–11/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 23 miles away

Reliable babysitter needed for one preschool child on Fridays

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We want a responsible babysitter for our preschool child. The job starts October 2nd, but the start date is flexible. You will work Fridays from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

You must have a car to drive to activities or appointments. Experience with special needs is important, as our child requires... More

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$18–19/hr
Spring Lake, MI • 12 miles away

Seeking a sitter/transportation for three children in high school, middle...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

We're looking for a babysitter to join our family, starting asap. The schedule includes Monday through Thursday, from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM. You will look after three children, aged 8, 12, 14. Your responsibilities include picking them up from school, taking them to activities, light household... More

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$15–20/hr
Wyoming, MI • 21 miles away

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting September 28th

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We need a babysitter for our toddler, starting on September 28th, with some flexibility on the start date. Your main tasks include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and reading stories. You will ensure a safe environment while encouraging exploration and learning through play.... More

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$15–18/hr
Muskegon, MI • 18 miles away

Seeking a reliable sitter with a car for my toddler on Tuesdays and Thursdays

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Looking for a kind, patient, and dependable person to care for my 1-year-old in our home. My biggest priority is that he feels safe, comfortable, and happy while I’m gone. He has struggled with daycare and does much better with one-on-one care. I’ll prepare all meals and snacks, so you’ll just need... More

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$17–23/hr
Holland, MI • 8 miles away

Babysitter needed for infant with friendly pet for 6-hour weekday schedule

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We're looking for a babysitter for our infant. The job starts on October 13th, with flexibility in the start date. The hours are from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The sitter needs to speak Spanish, preferably, and be comfortable with our medium-sized French bulldog, though the dog... More

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$10–18/hr
Allendale, MI • 10 miles away

Looking for Reliable Babysitter for Infant on Weekdays

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 10:30am (flexible)

We are seeking a responsible babysitter for our infant. Duties include feeding, diaper changes, and keeping the child safe and entertained. The schedule is flexible, with shifts on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM, starting on September 14, 2026. Experience with infants is... More

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$20–25/hr
Holland, MI • 10 miles away

Babysitter needed for middle school child with car and pets

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

We’re looking for a babysitter for our middle school child. The start date is flexible, beginning as soon as possible. The schedule includes weekdays from 2:30 PM to ? open to ending times . Monday through Friday. I am also flexible and open on exact days. needed The ideal candidate has a car and... More

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$18–20/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 23 miles away

After school sitter needed for two elementary kids, Mon-Thurs

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We’re looking for a reliable after school sitter to watch our two adorable girls (ages 7 and 9). The ideal match will be able to pick them up from school at 3pm, bring them home and care for them until 5:30pm EST. You will help them with homework, enjoy playtime and help prepare snacks. We have a... 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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