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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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$10–25/hr
Central Islip, NY • 18 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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$15–20/hr
Lindenhurst, NY • 7 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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$20–30/hr
New York, NY • 25 miles away

Morning and evening sitter for 2 toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi! We’re a co-parenting family looking for a kind, dependable babysitter to help with morning and evening school drop off/pickup for our two daughters (ages 2 and 4). We share custody equally, with homes in East Village (dad) and Flatiron (mom). Here’s what we need:

Mornings:
- Arrive early to... More

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$19–29/hr
Bronx, NY • 20 miles away

Care for Preschool Child Overnight from 10...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/05

12:00am - 2:00pm

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for our preschooler from June 5, 2025, at 10:00 PM to 12:30 AM. The sitter engages our child in play, ensures a safe environment, and prepares simple snacks if needed. Responsibilities include following bedtime routines, reading stories, and providing comfort... More

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$26–29/hr
Rockville Centre, NY • 7 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Infants and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for two children, an infant and a preschooler, every Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, starting March 14, 2025. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, providing care when the children are sick, driving them to activities (your own car isn’t needed, may... More

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$20–25/hr
Bronx, NY • 25 miles away

School pick-up help is needed in...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Need help with the school pickup and occasional babysitting in central Riverdale, Bronx.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays 5 pm to 7pm or 7:30 pm. Occasionally we will need help on the weekends.
Two boys: 4 years old and almost 7 years old.
You must be reliable, kind and engaging.

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$21–27/hr
New York, NY • 25 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for one infant every Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, starting March 5, 2025. The ideal candidate has experience caring for multiple infants, ensuring a safe and engaging environment. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, playing, and putting the child... More

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$14/hr
Brooklyn, NY • 23 miles away

M-F (7-8am) School Drop-Off + Weekend...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

We are a close knit household with her paternal side of the family living 10 blocks away and her father lives in Brooklyn and helps when he can. But I am essentially without help to go out and have fun on an overnight stay as well, help is hard to find for that.**** I will need your help at 7am to... More

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$25–50/hr
New York, NY • 24 miles away

Full-Time Nanny & Household Chief of...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a loving and caring family seeking a dedicated, high-energy nanny to support our family. This role requires flexibility, attention to detail, and being nice. The candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to manage various tasks effectively.

1) Childcare Duties:Provide... More

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$20–27/hr
New York, NY • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter for infant -...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

I am a single mom by choice with a 10 month old.

Need sitter for occasional weekend day/evening care. Must be comfortable with putting infant to bed, diaper changes, bottle feeding.

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$10–22/hr
Jamaica, NY • 15 miles away

Part Time Child Care Needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for our infant starting February 17, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The hours are from 2:00pm to 5:00pm, Monday through Thursday. The role involves providing sick care if necessary, preparing meals and snacks, and performing light housekeeping... More

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$20–30/hr
Bronx, NY • 24 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 9:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for a toddler starting January 27, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM, Monday to Friday. The sitter cares for one child, prepares meals and snacks, assists with toilet training, and handles light housekeeping tasks. Responsibilities include running errands, driving the... More

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$19–23/hr
Kings Park, NY • 20 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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What are things child care providers do with kids?

How can child care providers make extra money?

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