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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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$20–25/hr
Durham, NC • 8 miles away

Babysitter for Infant Needed Monday to...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 4:00pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for our infant starting on May 27, 2025. The job is scheduled for 3-4 days a week from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The babysitter needs to have their own car and be comfortable around pets. Responsibilities include caring for our child, preparing meals and snacks, and... More

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$10–20/hr
Raleigh, NC • 17 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a reliable babysitter to care for our elementary-aged child starting around May 27, 2025, with some flexibility. The babysitter will engage in play, help with homework, and ensure a safe environment. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and... More

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$16–22/hr
Apex, NC • 19 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Elementary Child:...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter for our elementary-aged child starting on June 1st 2025, with flexible scheduling. The job includes Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM. The babysitter must have their own car and be experienced with children. Responsibilities include picking up... More

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$15/hr
Cary, NC • 15 miles away

Need part-time sitter for weekend help and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are in need of a sitter to help us with our 7YO son at our home while both parents work. Also, to occasionally to pick up our children from school or activities and bring them home to our house in west Cary. We have 2 boys ages 7 and 14, in schools in downtown Raleigh. Reliable transportation... More

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$20–24/hr
Raleigh, NC • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 handsome loving boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 10:30am (flexible)

Hey! My name is Brittnay and my husband and I are looking for an overnight sitter when he is home from work on the weekends! I have one 4 month old boy and one 3 year old boy who is very energetic, just starting potty training, and one small dog who won’t be here with a month or so. We live in a... More

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$20–24/hr
Cary, NC • 17 miles away

Spanish-speaking babysitter needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter starting on May 18, 2025, with flexibility in the start date. The role involves caring for one toddler for date nights, or doctors appointments. Key tasks include assisting with toilet training, managing bedtime routines, and preparing meals and snacks. The sitter must... More

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$25–30/hr
Raleigh, NC • 19 miles away

Part Time sitter/nanny for special needs...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Family of 5, working dad, non-working mom, twin 5 year olds and almost 8 year old special needs child.

Looking for someone with special needs training and ideally licensed or prior licensed therapist who wants one on one several hours a day work. Child is mild autism/mild intellectual disability,... More

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$14–20/hr
Durham, NC • 1 mile away

Preschool Babysitter Needed for One Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 11:30am

We seek a babysitter for one preschool-aged child on Tuesdays from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM, beginning May 20, 2025. The sitter prepares meals and snacks, engages the child in play and learning activities, and ensures their safety. The sitter must have their own car and be comfortable with pets at home.... More

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$10–13/hr
Raleigh, NC • 24 miles away

Full time, 1 years old toddler (Female).

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

Hello my name is Gianni, I’m am looking for a babysitter or nanny. For my 1 year old to watch her while I’m working. But I am looking to pay $250 to $400 a week.

I just need someone to look after my baby until I get home, and feed her and diaper changes and maybe teach her alil learning or try... More

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$22–26/hr
Raleigh, NC • 17 miles away

"Mother's Helper" Needed to Assist with...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

We are looking for someone to help us with childcare (two girls, 2 yo and 3 mo) and light housekeeping. Both parents are self employed and work from home: mom works very part time (irregular hours) and dad works full time (roughly 6-2). Basically, we need someone to help Mom get done all she needs... More

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$10–15/hr
Durham, NC • 6 miles away

Full-time Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

We need a babysitter for our two children, one toddler and one infant. The job starts on mid May 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday while I work from home. The sitter will prepare meals and snacks, assist with toilet training, and handle light housekeeping tasks. A valid driver's... More

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$18–30/hr
Wake Forest, NC • 24 miles away

Weekend "Buddy" for our 11yo autistic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi. We are in search of someone that wants some ongoing extra work on the weekends and has experience working/playing/interacting with autistic children we'd love to connect. Hours can be flexible. Experience with autism is a must and past/present experience in an ABA center is HUGE plus! Thank you.

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$15–18/hr
Apex, NC • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children, an infant and a preschooler, from June 15

Candidates must have special needs teaching skills; my son is speech delayed and his language style is a gestalt language processor. You would need to be interested and have patience as my son continues his... 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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