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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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$23–30/hr
Ancram, NY • 13 miles away

Caregiver needed for two children, dinner...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/28 - 06/29

4:00pm - 12:00am

We seek a responsible babysitter for two children, aged preschool and elementary. The job is on June 28, 2025, from apprimately 4:00 PM to 11:30 PM. We can confirm details once we find the right fit! Responsibilities include engaging the children in activities, preparing meals and snacks, and... More

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$20–21/hr
Delmar, NY • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Infants with Pet...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 3:30pm

We are looking for a babysitter for two infants every Tuesday from 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM, starting on June 17, 2025. The sitter will care for the children by feeding, changing diapers, and providing playtime. The ideal candidate has their own car for any outings and is comfortable around pets.... More

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$20–25/hr
Selkirk, NY • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for an energetic, smiley...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am

Hi! We live in the Delmar, NY area and have an almost 2 year old who is full of energy and always smiling! I work from home and my husband is part owner of a local restaurant.

Looking for a sitter to come 2-3 days a week to play with our toddler while I work. This time would include lunch and... More

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$20–24/hr
East Greenbush, NY • 24 miles away

part time only

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

we are a loving family and we are looking for a break now and then. Its just mom ,dad ,and a new born

we just need a sitter to watchthe baby for a hour or two .Just so we can get a break

the sitter has to have a car or a why here to 576 Colubia Turnpick East Greenbush

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$15–20/hr
Ghent, NY • 6 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 5:30pm

I seek a reliable babysitter for my preschool-aged child for the summer. Generally I need help on weekday afternoons, 12:30-5 to supplement the care my parents provide. I will need more help on Mondays and Fridays starting in July (9-5, potentially). Responsibilities include ensuring the child's... More

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$25–45/hr
Great Barrington, MA • 23 miles away

Weekend Lifeguard Needed

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/28

9:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a lifeguardfor our Airbnb to provide a second line of defense for water safety in June 28 and 29.Parents will be with kids.Additional hours are available. Certification required.

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$20–24/hr
Hollowville, NY • 7 miles away

Weekly Babysitter for Fun Toddler Starting...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Seeking a babysitter for our toddler starting June 9, 2025 (start date is flexible). Looking for someone who can work 3-days/week from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Happy to discuss with babysitter about which 3-days/week are best for them. Duties include overseeing nap time, preparing an afternoon snack,... More

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$24–29/hr
Delmar, NY • 24 miles away

2 hrs/day twice a week- Evenings...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a high energy responsible babysitter for two children. Must be willing to watch them outside while they play after school/camp (weather permitting). We live on a friendly street so usually there is a group of kids playing outside. The schedule is flexible but something like 5:30 PM to 7:30... More

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$18–20/hr
Saugerties, NY • 16 miles away

Babysitter needed in Saugerties for our 3...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello, We are seeking a part-time sitter for our wonderful 3-year-old daughter. We are seeking a sitter who is reliable, first and foremost, and is fun, friendly and interested in teaching and sharing time with an interested and active girl. Hours, etc. are all flexible.

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$22–26/hr
Woodstock, NY • 22 miles away

Summer Nanny for Kind, Creative 11 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm

Creative, busy professional family seeks a summer nanny to pick up from camp and spend afternoons with our smart, creative 11 year old girl. She loves to paint, swim, bake and observe animals in nature. Her current favorite books are Tale of Magic and Wings of Fire. So basically dragons and... More

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$15–20/hr
Malden on Hudson, NY • 13 miles away

Mom needs sitter while working at horse show

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Mom working at horse show and needs care for 7 yo active boy. Will be many weekends throughout the summer and fall

Watch 7 yo boy on weekends . Some Fridays too. Must be able to be active and like to have fun

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$23–27/hr
Saugerties, NY • 16 miles away

Seeking occasional sitter in Saugerties.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

My husband and I recently moved to the Hudson Valley from the Finger Lakes region for a career opportunity. Our son is a happy baby and easy for care for. He’s not shy and loves everyone he meets!

We need an occasional sitter inside our home times that we will be out of town. We have two dogs... More

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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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