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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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$10–17/hr
Bridgeport, CT • 19 miles away

Babysitter Wanted: Walking distance...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 9:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our elementary-aged child on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Starting May 12, 2025. The babysitter will Pick up Naviah from afterschool, Which is within 5 minutes walking distance from the Apartment. I ask that you Supervise playtime, help with... More

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$30–40/hr
Farmingdale, NY • 21 miles away

Tutor Needed In-Person Only 3 days/wk

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30am - 6:30am

Looking for in-person tutor on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM, starting on April 22, 2025 for 6th grader with academic delays. Focus will be on reading, writing and math. It is important to be comfortable with pets, as we have one at home. The ideal candidate is patient... More

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$24–35/hr
Westport, CT • 20 miles away

Summer Sitter needed in Westport - two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 6:30pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for two children aged elementary and middle school. The position starts on June 16, 2025, from 12:30 PM to 6:00 PM (hours will range from 18-22 per week, *start time will change depending on weekly camp), Monday through Friday. The babysitter needs to have their own... More

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$21–35/hr
Centereach, NY • 3 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Children with...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 8:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for two children, ages elementary and middle school. The job starts on April 21, 2025, with flexible hours from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, any day of the week. The babysitter engages the children in activities, supervises their homework, and prepares snacks or meals as needed. The... More

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$21–25/hr
Brookhaven, NY • 14 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/24

1:30pm - 7:30pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for our toddler starting May 24, 2025, from 1:30 PM to 7:00 PM. The babysitter supervises playtime and activities, ensures safety during all interactions, and prepares simple meals or snacks. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets and has their own car for... More

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$25–25/hr
Westport, CT • 20 miles away

Afternoon Sitter for Westport, CT Family...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm

Hello! The Goff family lives in Westport CT and has 1 energetic 9 year old boy who just started 3rd grade.
We are looking for a sitter Monday-Thursday between 3:45-6:30-7pm. We are looking for someone to bring our son to various after school activities or play with him at home after school/ after... More

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$15–22/hr
Mastic, NY • 16 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for our 7-month-old starting now for a regular position on Mondays 9am-5pm (8 hours) and a per-diem position (as needed). Per-diem is typically 4-8 hour days. Must have infant experience. Looking for someone to play and entertain our son, not just feed and put him to... More

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$10–25/hr
Central Islip, NY • 9 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/12

12:00am - 7:00am

We seek a babysitter to care for two children, ages toddler and preschool, from June 12, 2025, 5:30 PM to 12:30 AM. The ideal candidate has their own car and experience with special needs and multiples. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, assisting with toilet training,... More

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$18–25/hr
Bridgeport, CT • 19 miles away

Weekend sitter for date nights

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi my name is Angeline, I am a 29 year old with a two year old, looking for a sitter for twice a month or more for weekends date night.

All sitter would have to do is keep my toddler company, I will most likely be leaving my house at 9-10pm he should be asleep by the time I leave and come back.... More

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$15–20/hr
Lindenhurst, NY • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We are seeking a babysitter for one infant starting on March 17, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 07:00 to 17:30, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include caring for the child, feeding, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate is... More

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$27–32/hr
Shoreham, NY • 13 miles away

EASTERN LI, NY - Looking for a reliable,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a sitter who is willing to commit to our family, and enjoys working with infants. Our baby will be about 4 months old when he starts daycare, around June, once I go back to work full-time (nontrad hrs). We will need additional child care in the evenings from 4-5 p.m. to 9-10 p.m.... More

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$16–20/hr
Bridgeport, CT • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am

I am seeking a reliable babysitter for my two children, aged infant and preschool as needed. Responsibilities include engaging with the children, preparing meals, and following bedtime routines. The caregiver must have their own car for transportation to any activities or outings. Experience with... More

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$19–23/hr
Kings Park, NY • 6 miles away

Caring, Experienced Babysitter Needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Seeking a responsible, experienced babysitter for our
2 1/2 year old girl. Must be able to change diapers (and potentially help with potty training), and be comfortable feeding child and putting child to sleep. Child is energetic and expressive. Sitter is needed weekly on Friday or Saturday... 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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