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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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$20–24/hr
Ballwin, MO • 17 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a babysitter starting on April 19, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule includes Monday, Thursday, and Saturday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The role involves caring for two children, ages preschool and elementary. Responsibilities include providing special needs support, helping with... More

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$18–25/hr
Catawissa, MO • 18 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for 2 Kids, 1...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I’m seeking a reliable babysitter starting April 25, 2025, for two children in elementary and middle school. The job involves driving the kids to activities if necessary, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and providing sick care when needed. The ideal candidate has their own car, is... More

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$15–20/hr
Warrenton, MO • 23 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter for our preschool-aged child in our home, starting flexible after May 11, 2025. Responsibilities include supervising play, preparing meals and snacks, and driving to and from preschool. The babysitter must be comfortable with large dogs, have their own reliable car, and... More

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$19–23/hr
O Fallon, MO • 8 miles away

Nurturing Babysitter Needed for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for one elementary-aged child starting on April 13, 2025. The sitter engages the child in fun activities, assists with homework, and ensures a safe environment. The ideal candidate has their own car for transportation and feels comfortable around pets.... More

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$12–14/hr
Union, MO • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for beautiful baby girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

My fiance and I just welcomed our little girl into this world 2 months ago. I’m looking to go back to work so a sitter would be nice for days I don’t have childcare! We also have a malamute named Nala, she can be difficult but you won’t be responsible for her!

Only focus on baby! No need to do any... More

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$15–20/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 19 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Toddler with Car,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter for our toddler, starting on April 18, 2025, with a flexible schedule. The sitter will provide attentive supervision, engage the child in play and educational activities, and assist with bedtime routines. Responsibilities include supporting toilet training and... More

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$19–20/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 19 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddler: Drive,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 6:00pm

We need a babysitter for one toddler boy (and one on the way late summer/early fall) from April 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday, starting at 12:00 PM and ending at 6:00 PM as well as some flexible evening hours. Requirements include driving my toddler to parks and other fun activites,... More

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$19–23/hr
Saint Charles, MO • 20 miles away

Part time sitter over the summer for my son

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi my name is Adi and my sons name is Dorian - we are looking for some help over the summer

Hello - I need sitter to be a sitter to my son go out to a park during the summer do activities together

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$19–23/hr
Saint Louis, MO • 19 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Elementary and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter starting on April 25, 2025, Monday through Friday, for two children in preschool and elementary school. The babysitter would need to do morning drop offs between 7:30am to 9am, and picks up kids from school, drives the children to activities, assists with homework,... More

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$18–30/hr
Washington, MO • 13 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for an in-home sitter while parent completes practicum hours outside of the home and some childcare while parents are inside of the home. Start date is flexible at this time but childcare will be essential starting the upcoming spring semester. The right babysitter for our family will... More

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$20–24/hr
Saint Peters, MO • 13 miles away

Caring Babysitter Drives Kids, Prepares...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a reliable babysitter to care for our two elementary-aged children starting on February 21, 2025. The babysitter arrives on time, drives the children to activities, and ensures their safety. Responsibilities include helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and managing... 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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