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

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

We need a reliable babysitter for two children, ages infant and toddler, starting June 20, 2025. The hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The babysitter will supervise playtime, prepare meals, change diapers, and ensure a safe environment. Activities include reading, playing, and... More

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

Babysitter needed to care for preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our preschool child. The position runs from July 21, 2025, Monday through Friday, from 14:30 to 18:30. The sitter provides a safe and nurturing environment, engages in fun activities, and prepares light snacks. They must have their own car to drive our child to... More

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$26–30/hr
Union, NJ • 21 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We are seeking a babysitter starting on August 1, 2025, with flexible start dates. The schedule includes Monday to Friday from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Your main responsibilities include picking the children up from schools, serving snacks and meals already prepped, and ensuring their safety and... More

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$25–30/hr
South Orange, NJ • 23 miles away

Seeking Warm, Creative After School Sitter...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm

We are looking for a warm, creative, and responsible after school babysitter for our two kids aged 4 and 6. The job begins on September 8, 2025, and runs from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include doing school pickup, preparing meals and snacks, assisting with homework,... More

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$20–25/hr
Chatham, NJ • 16 miles away

Energetic 6 year old boy looking for a...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi. Our son, Mason is an energetic almost 6 year old who loves superheroes, legos, magnatiles, and playing in the dirt. We also have 2 very cute kitties.

Actively playing with Mason, making sure he eats a snack and meal and trying to get outside if the weather is nice.

Looking for someone... More

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$23–28/hr
Livingston, NJ • 22 miles away

Hire a Flexible Babysitter for After...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for one elementary-aged child. The job starts on June 23, 2025, with flexible scheduling. Work hours are Monday to Thursday from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM. The sitter must have their own car to drive the child and assist with homework. Responsibilities include preparing... More

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$23–30/hr
West Orange, NJ • 25 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/18

6:00am - 7:00am

You will care for one toddler starting on August 18, 2025. Your main responsibilities include ensuring the child's safety and well-being throughout the day. You prepare meals and snacks that are nutritious and appropriate for their age. You engage the child in age-appropriate activities, promoting... More

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$20–25/hr
East Brunswick, NJ • 16 miles away

Part time nanny for 2 elementary school...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a part time nanny to help our family!
I have a 10 yo girl and 6 yo boy. Would need someone to help with morning care and school drop off on Monday, Wednesday, Thurs and Friday morning (8-9 am) and on Monday and Wednesday afternoon for school pick up (3-6 pm).
Hoping to find someone... More

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$24–28/hr
East Brunswick, NJ • 16 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler to pick up...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a babysitter for one toddler starting on April 2, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM on Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include picking up from daycare, supervising and engaging with the child, preparing light snacks, and ensuring a safe... More

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$20–25/hr
West Orange, NJ • 25 miles away

Energetic & Caring Part-Time Sitter Needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

**Job Description: Part-Time Sitter for 3-Year-Old Girl**

We’re looking for a caring, reliable weekday part-time sitter/nanny for our 3-year-old daughter. Responsibilities include picking her up from daycare, engaging in fun activities, preparing meals/snacks, assisting with bedtime routines... More

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$20–30/hr
West Orange, NJ • 25 miles away

Seeking a qualified part-time nanny to...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for two children, ages toddler and elementary. The schedule runs Monday to Friday, from 14:30 to 18:30, starting on July 14, 2025, with some flexibility. Responsibilities include driving the kids to activities, assisting with homework, preparing meals and... More

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$15–25/hr
Westfield, NJ • 16 miles away

Looking for a long term Nany for our 2.5...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello, my name is Heidi. We will be moving to New Town around mid June.
We have a 2.5 year old boy and we would like consistent help with him throughout the week.
Ideally he would be in preschool so we would need the care after school and occasionally on weekends.
We are looking for a long term... More

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Why are in-home child care taxes important?

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

How can child care providers make extra money?

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