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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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$20–30/hr
Trenton, NJ • 13 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Young Children in...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter starting on June 2, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The hours are from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday through Friday. You will care for two children, an infant and a toddler. Responsibilities include providing a safe play environment, helping with meals, and... More

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$20–25/hr
Freehold, NJ • 17 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

We need a responsible babysitter for two elementary school-aged children. We need someone Mon- Thurs daily starting in September 2025, to pick up the children from the school bus at the corner, supervise them at home, and assist with homework or drive them to activities as needed. We welcome the... More

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$18–22/hr
Manahawkin, NJ • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I am looking for a responsible babysitter to care for my two elementary-aged children starting May 23, 2025. The babysitter will supervise playtime, help with homework, and prepare simple meals. The role includes ensuring the children follow their bedtime routine and feel safe and comfortable. The... More

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$20–21/hr
Adelphia, NJ • 15 miles away

Sitter for blue-eyed cuties

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

I am a pediatric occupational therapist and am looking for an occasional sitter and someone on Mondays for 3 hours this summer! Message me if you would like to set up a time to talk!!

I am looking for someone who is willing to play with my kids without screen time.

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$12–23/hr
Trenton, NJ • 22 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for 3 Kids:...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter for our three children, ages elementary to middle school, starting June 15, 2025. The ideal candidate has their own car and provides safe transportation for the kids. Responsibilities include tutoring and helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, light... More

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$22–25/hr
Millstone Township, NJ • 14 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Three Kids...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

Hi everyone- I am looking for someone with flexible availability that may be available some Wed and Thursday evenings and weekends as needed. Thanks!

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$15–17/hr
Tinton Falls, NJ • 22 miles away

Part time sitter - year round

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

Part time working mom just looking for help a couple days a week with toddler ( and dog )

Take care of my 1.5 year old son and occasionally walk the dog ( puggle ). My son in sleep trained and on a schedule my dog is an old man so sometimes needs to pee a lot lol

Looking for someone who can... More

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$22–26/hr
Manalapan, NJ • 19 miles away

Seeking Sitter for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

My family will be moving to Manalapan in July, and I'm looking for someone to care for our two children-a two-year-old girl named Vivienne and a 6-month-old boy named Dean. We're thinking the typical schedule would be 2-3 days per week (likely Monday and Thursday definitely with occasional coverage... More

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$23–27/hr
Hightstown, NJ • 20 miles away

Wedding sitter

4 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/22

5:30pm - 11:30pm

For this evening, I would be expecting a sitter who is interested in caring for my 2 daughters, my niece and my nephew.

My wedding is 6/22/2025. I would like to have a babysitter on site at the hotel with 3 or 4 children

Hotel room at wedding venue location

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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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