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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
Weston, MO • 20 miles away

Babysitter needed for infant, Mondays to Fridays, 1 PM to 4 PM

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 4:00pm (flexible)

Hello sitters! We want a friendly babysitter for our infant starting in September. You will work from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Your main task is to attend to our child’s needs while I am in online meetings in the home. You should be comfortable with large and medium dogs, as we... More

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$19–20/hr
Independence, MO • 22 miles away

Seeking a babysitter for one elementary child with a car

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 12:00am (flexible)

Help me by watching my elementary-age child. I want someone reliable and engaging. The job starts on September 1st, with a flexible start date. You will work from 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. You must have a car to drive our child if needed and to ensure you can... More

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$15–23/hr
Independence, MO • 25 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter for Two Children with Car

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a caring and responsible babysitter for our two children, a toddler and an elementary school-aged child. The start date is flexible, but we anticipate beginning on August 21, 2026. Ideal candidates should have experience caring for multiple children and must have their own car for... More

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$20–24/hr
Kansas City, MO • 13 miles away

Babysitter needed for one elementary child, evenings on specific days

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 12:00am

Hello sitters! We’re looking for a reliable babysitter for our elementary school child. The job starts on August 24th, with a schedule from 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM. The days needed are Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. You must have a car for transportation. Your role includes supervising... More

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$10–15/hr
Independence, MO • 22 miles away

Babysitter needed for one infant starting AUGUST 17th!!!!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We are looking for a babysitter for our sweet little 6 month old baby girl. I will be needing someone ASAP for a week possibly 2 weeks max. The hours will vary depending on dad’s work schedule. Looking for someone who is kind, loving, patient, loves working with children, reliable, etc. I am... More

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$18–20/hr
Lansing, KS • 22 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for 2 Kids, Must Have Car and Love Pets

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re looking for a reliable and caring babysitter for our two girls, ages 5 and 7. We’re specifically looking for someone who is available Monday and Wednesday evenings from 4:30–6:30 p.m.

We’d love to find someone who is patient, responsible, and genuinely enjoys spending time with our two... More

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$15–20/hr
Independence, MO • 22 miles away

Babysitter needed for one preschool child with special needs

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We are searching for a babysitter for our preschool child. The ideal candidate has experience with special needs and speaks Spanish fluently. You must have a car to transport our child when necessary. The job starts on August 15th, but we are flexible with the start date. Your role... More

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$15–18/hr
Kansas City, MO • 17 miles away

Looking for a reliable babysitter for two elementary kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am

We want a babysitter for two elementary-aged children. This position starts on August 26th, with hours from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM, Monday through Friday.

The right person will walk the kids to school which is across the street. Will need to ensure kids arrive at school by 8:20 to allow time to eat... More

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$18–20/hr
Liberty, MO • 13 miles away

Seeking Sitter for Occasional Parent Outings - 2 Toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi Everyone!

My Wife (Jessica) and I are looking for someone to provide occasional care for our little ones during events that our kiddos are unable to attend. Example events would be date nights, Chiefs games, weddings, etc.

We have 2 children, Liam (5) & Leah (3) and a yorkie, Bella. We’re... More

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$16–20/hr
Kansas City, MO • 13 miles away

Starting August 17th, drive and supervise one elementary child

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi, I’m looking for help with my elementary school child starting August 17th- 21st and August 24th. The babysitter will supervise and engage my child in fun activities. Responsibilities include preparing snacks, keeping the space clean, and playing with him. The ideal candidate has a car for... More

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$19–23/hr
Kansas City, MO • 21 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Toddler. One time occasion for Saturday, Nov 21, 2026.

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 10/21 - 10/22

4:30pm - 12:30am (flexible)

Seeking Babysitter for Toddler. This is a one time occasion for Saturday, Nov 21, 2026, starting at 4:30 PM, and ends at 12:30 AM. We are coming into town for a wedding and looking for someone to caring for our child, engaging in play, and ensuring their safety. Our ask is to have you watch him at... 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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