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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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$14–18/hr
Galena, MO • 12 miles away

Babysitter needed for one preschool child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

We're looking for a babysitter for our preschool child. The sitter needs to be comfortable with a medium-sized dog in the home, a cavapoo, though no pet care is required. The job starts on January 31st, but we are flexible with the start date. The schedule includes Thursdays from midnight to 6:30... More

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$17–21/hr
Springfield, MO • 19 miles away

Reliable sitter needed for two kids, ages...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 10:30pm

Hello! We’re looking for a babysitter to help take care of our two children, ages preschool and elementary. This position starts on January 28th and runs from 3:30 PM to 10:00 PM every day of the week.

The right candidate has a car for transportation, can engage in playtime, assist with homework,... More

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$10–20/hr
Ozark, MO • 9 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Kids, Flexible...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We're looking for a babysitter to help with our two children aged preschool and elementary. You will engage them in fun activities, prepare simple meals, and assist with homework. The start date is March 1st, but we can adjust it based on your availability.

You should be comfortable around our... More

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$15–21/hr
Springfield, MO • 15 miles away

Babysitter needed for 2 kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

We're looking for a reliable babysitter to support our family while we are at work. You will supervise our two little boys, Little James (2yo) and Little Bill (1yo), when school is open and in session. The schedule runs from January 27th til May 22nd and has two shifts. In the morning starting at... More

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$16–20/hr
Willard, MO • 23 miles away

Seeking Responsible Babysitter for Four...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 7:00pm (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter to care for four children, including two toddlers and two preschoolers. The schedule is flexible, starting January 23, 2026, for weekdays, from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Responsibilities include supervising play, preparing simple meals, and ensuring a safe environment. The... More

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$17–21/hr
Nixa, MO • 6 miles away

Babysitter needed for infant, weekdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 6:30pm

Hello sitters! We're looking for someone to care for our infant during the week. The schedule starts on January 19, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. You'll be responsible for feeding, changing, and playing with our little one. Keeping a safe space is important, so you'll need to... More

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$17–21/hr
Springfield, MO • 11 miles away

Seeking Occasional Babysitter for a 2 and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re looking for help with two children, ages toddler and preschool. The job starts on January 24, 2026, but we can be flexible with the start date. The sitter needs to have a car for outings and activities and must be comfortable with dogs. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing... More

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$15–19/hr
Branson, MO • 24 miles away

Need a reliable sitter for my infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am

Hello sitters! We need a babysitter for our infant on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. The job starts on February 28, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 10:30 PM. You will supervise, play, and feed our child, ensuring a safe environment. You must have your own car for any outings or emergencies. Experience... More

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$18–22/hr
Springfield, MO • 14 miles away

Provide Safe and Fun Care for My Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi! We’re looking for someone to watch our preschool child starting around November 22, 2025. The schedule is flexible. You will play, read, and help with light meals and snacks. A clear background check is a must. You need to have a car for any outings or activities. Patience and creativity are... 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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