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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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$21–25/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 11 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for two preschool-aged children starting on April 30, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with some flexibility on the start date. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and organizing educational activities. The... More

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$17–18/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 20 miles away

Summer Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm

We need a sitter for our two daughters (ages 11 and 13) every Tuesday and Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, starting on June 9- Aug 2025. Some flexibility with days and times. They have camps June 16-20 and June 30-July 10, so we would not need coverage those weeks.

They like to go to the pool... More

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$13–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 20 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler on Thursdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm

We are seeking a babysitter for our toddler every Thursday and Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, starting on April 24, 2025. The ideal candidate has their own car and feels comfortable around pets. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, and performing... More

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$20–25/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 18 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant on Saturdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 7:00pm

We seek a babysitter for our infant every Saturday from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM, starting on May 3, 2025. The caregiver will ensure the child's safety, provide basic care, and engage in age-appropriate activities. The sitter must be comfortable with pets in the home. A valid driver’s license and access... More

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$15–26/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 20 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Elementary Child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a babysitter for one elementary-aged child, starting on or after April 25, 2025. The babysitter drives their own car and is comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include supervising the child during playtime and homework, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a safe and nurturing... More

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$10–20/hr
Newport, MN • 9 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

I am seek a caring and responsible babysitter for my easy going toddler starting on April 24, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The sitter will provide engaging activities, ensure safety, prepare meals, and assist with daily routines. The ideal candidate is comfortable caring for a child in this age... More

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$21–25/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 13 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter starting on April 15, 2025, to care for twin boy toddlers. The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable around pets. I work from home but my husband was called for jury duty and we need someone to watch them While I'm working and he is gone. I will be at... More

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$21–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 23 miles away

Before/after school care 2 kids for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 9:30am (flexible)

2 fun kiddos. Need care + rides to and from school.

Dates: April 16th to June 4th 2025.

Entails making sure kids eat a morning snack and dropping them off at school. They are independent and can get dressed and get a snack for themselves, just need to be moved along. Then pick up after... More

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$21–25/hr
Somerset, WI • 14 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler with Car and...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/28

3:30pm - 11:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting May 28, 2025. The job is from 3:30 PM to midnight. The sitter will care for one child, ensuring their safety, engaging them in play, and preparing snacks. The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable with pets. Responsibilities... More

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$21–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 17 miles away

Friendly Babysitter for 2 boys ages 5 and 7

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We are looking to add another babysitter to our repertoire. We would be looking for weeknights and weekend times. Our two boys are 5 and 7.5 years old. We have a lovely back yard to play in and one cat. This would be a great opportunity for a U of M student since we do live near by in NE... More

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$22–26/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three Young...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter to care for three children, ages newborn, nearly 2, and nearly 4, starting early April. The ideal candidate enjoys working with young children and has experience with multiples. Your responsibilities include engaging the children in play, preparing snacks, helping with bedtime... More

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$20–25/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 19 miles away

Occasional Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi, our daughter Milena is 22 months old. My wife and I both work full time, while Milena is normally in day care.
We'd like help with her on weekends, plus occasionally for afternoons/evenings when I work late or when day care is closed. We live near the outlet mall in Eagan. In addition to... More

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$35–45/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 22 miles away

Safe, experienced driver with Car Needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

We are seeking a responsible babysitter to drive one preschool-aged child. He attends pre-school at the Edina Early Learning Center, and we need a caring person to pick him up from preschool at 11:30am on Tuesdays and Thursdays and bring him home. When he gets home, our au pair will care for him. We... More

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$18–21/hr
Andover, MN • 24 miles away

Safe and Caring Babysitter Needed for Five...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for five children aged preschool to middle school. The job starts on February 17th, 2025, with flexible start times. Hours are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Responsibilities include driving the kids to activities, preparing meals... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

How can child care providers make extra money?

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