Find a Child Care Job in Odessa, MO

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.

Search for jobs, message families, and build a career you love—all for free

JOIN NOW

$11–19/hr
Independence, MO • 25 miles away

Childcare Needed for One Preschooler on...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/16

5:00pm - 10:00pm

We need a responsible babysitter for one preschool-aged child starting on July 16, 2025. The hours are from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The babysitter will supervise playtime, prepare simple meals, assist with bedtime routines, and ensure a safe environment. The ideal candidate has a reliable car for... More

See Full Job Details

$15–25/hr
Grain Valley, MO • 14 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a caring and responsible babysitter for our toddler starting on July 11, 2025. The babysitter will supervise, ensure safety, and create a positive environment. Duties include preparing changing diapers, engaging in play activities, putting to sleep, and maintaining a consistent routine. The... More

See Full Job Details

$15–25/hr
Blue Springs, MO • 19 miles away

Caring babysitter needed for infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter for one infant starting July 5, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The sitter provides attentive supervision, feeds, changes, and engages the child in age-appropriate activities. The role includes ensuring a safe environment and following daily routines. The ideal candidate... More

See Full Job Details

$10–21/hr
Lees Summit, MO • 23 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Preschooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter to look after our preschool-aged child starting on June 30, 2025. The babysitter engages our child in fun and educational activities, prepares snacks, and ensures a safe environment. The role includes helping with daily routines, such as naps and playtime, while... More

See Full Job Details

$21–25/hr
Independence, MO • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a caring babysitter to start on or after June 29, 2025, with flexibility in the start date. You will supervise and engage with two young children, an infant and a toddler. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, preparing simple meals, playing, and ensuring a safe... More

See Full Job Details

$15–25/hr
Greenwood, MO • 21 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Needed for...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for three children, starting on a flexible date after August 21, 2025. Occasional care needed for parent date nights. The ideal candidate cares for preschool and elementary-aged kids. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing snacks and ensuring safety. The... More

See Full Job Details

$19–20/hr
Grain Valley, MO • 14 miles away

Weekly sitter - Sunday

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Mom of 4 , infant with 3 school age kids: very well behaved. Just moved to the area and need help sundays. May also need some overnights. We would love someone that could be permanent. Thank you!

Running dishwasher
Make lunch and dinner
Supervision
Light clean up
Warming bottles

We live in a... More

See Full Job Details

$19–20/hr
Lees Summit, MO • 25 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant Every...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

We need a reliable and caring babysitter for our infant on Sundays from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, starting June 22, 2025. The babysitter will supervise the child, ensure safety, and provide companionship. Daily tasks include feeding, diaper changing, and engaging in gentle play. The ideal candidate shows... More

See Full Job Details

$19–20/hr
Lees Summit, MO • 25 miles away

Dinner and bed time week night help for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

We need a caring babysitter for two children, an infant and a toddler, starting June 18, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule is Monday to Thursday from 5:30PM to 7:30 PM. Responsibilities include driving the children home from daycare, assisting with bedtime routines, and ensuring their... More

See Full Job Details

Child Care FAQ

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?

Child care jobs in your area

Top cities

Atlanta Austin Baltimore Boston Charlotte Chicago Cleveland Columbus Dallas Denver Detroit Hartford Houston Los Angeles Miami Minneapolis New York City Philadelphia Phoenix Portland San Diego San Francisco Seattle Tampa Washington D.C.

By state

Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut District of Columbia Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Missisippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming

Find a Child Care Job in Odessa, MO

Refine Results

Other Care Types

Child Care FAQ

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?

Child care jobs in your area

Top cities

By state