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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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$23–27/hr
Jamaica, NY • 14 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 09/01 - 09/02

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

We are seeking a caring babysitter for a preschool-aged child, starting around August 25, 2025, with some flexibility in the start date. The babysitter will get her ready for bed and put to sleep. Responsibilities include overseeing homework, giving her dinner and get her in bed. The babysitter must... More

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$20–23/hr
Brooklyn, NY • 23 miles away

Summer support 1:1

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My son is loving, active, and inquisitive. He loves exploring and observing his environments. He works best with routines. He requires patience and support. He’s loving, silly and wonderful to be around. Of course he’s unique in his own way.

I am looking for someone who is supportive has patience... More

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$18–23/hr
Brooklyn, NY • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 3:00pm

We seek a caring and responsible babysitter for our infant starting June 4, 2025. The position is flexible and includes Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The babysitter will provide attentive care, ensuring the child's safety and comfort at all times. Duties include feeding,... More

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$20–25/hr
New York, NY • 25 miles away

Occasional Sitter for Sleeping Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Our family is looking for an occasional sitter who can come to our home after our daughter (3.5) has gone to bed so the parents can step out for a bit. Typical times will be Saturday, 8pm-12pm. Our daughter is a good sleeper so we don't expect her to wake, but the sitter should be prepared to step... More

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$26–30/hr
Brooklyn, NY • 25 miles away

Weekend babysitter for an energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi! We (Melissa and Shneur) are busy working parents of an even busier 18-month old boy (Aden). In addition to generally leading busy lives, we are expecting our second child at the end of the summer. Aden has a wonderful nanny during the week but we are looking for a great babysitter for Aden on... More

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$29–31/hr
New York, NY • 24 miles away

Part time sitter needed to accompany 9 yr...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

Hello!

I'm Jess, my daughter Aria is 9 years old.
She loves drawing, singing, playing piano, reading, listening to music.
I'm seeking an experienced child care provider to pick up my 9 yr old child from her camp bus drop off site in SE Harlem at 5 pm and accompany her to a nearby precinct to... More

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$14–16/hr
Bay Shore, NY • 17 miles away

Loving Family Seeks Reliable Sitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

In my family, I have a cat, a dog, and an infant. Our home is always full of energy and love. The cat loves to nap in sunny spots, the dog is always ready to play, and my baby brings us all so much joy every day.

I need my sitter to help take care of my infant by feeding, changing diapers, and... More

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$18–27/hr
Whitestone, NY • 17 miles away

Caring babysitter needed for infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter to look after our infant starting May 5, 2025. The babysitter prepares meals, changes diapers, and ensures the child's safety at all times. This role includes playing, reading, and engaging with the child to encourage development. The babysitter communicates regularly... More

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$15–20/hr
Jamaica, NY • 15 miles away

Caring and Engaging Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our infant of 6 months starting on May 15 ,2025, before 3 pm . The sitter will not have to prepare meal ,just hold the baby for 1hour or 1hour 30 minutes ,sitter doesn’t have to come to parents home,provide care when the child is sick, help with bedtime... More

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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: 08/11

9:00am - 12:00pm

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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