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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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$20–30/hr
Avon Lake, OH • 15 miles away

Seeking sitter for 2 toddlers twice a week...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

Hello! We’re looking for a babysitter to look after 2 kids, ages 1.5 & 3.5 on Tuesdays and Thursdays (flexible to Monday & Wednesday). The schedule starts January 13, 2026, with flexible start times between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM. The sitter will engage the children in fun activities and ensure a safe... More

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$18–20/hr
Cleveland, OH • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler on Tuesdays,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 2:00pm

Hello! My husband and I are looking for a nanny for our 2-year-old daughter. I will be returning to work after maternity leave for our second child. My husband will be taking care of our new baby while working from home. We need someone to watch our 2-year-old from 10am-2 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday... More

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$20–21/hr
Westlake, OH • 18 miles away

Afternoon Nanny Needed for Our Family

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

We’re looking for a reliable, caring, and organized nanny to join our family in the afternoons.

About the Role:
- You’ll care for two school-aged children most of the time (80–90%).
- Occasionally (10–20%), you’ll also watch our 2-year-old son.

Responsibilities:
- Meet the kids at the bus... More

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$15–20/hr
Sheffield Lake, OH • 11 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

I am looking for a reliable babysitter for my elementary-aged child. The schedule includes Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, starting on January 2, 2026, with some flexibility. The babysitter must have their own car for transportation. Responsibilities include supervising... More

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$19–30/hr
Amherst, OH • Less than a mile

Supervise and Engage Three Kids, Ages...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30am - 5:30pm

Hello sitters! We need someone to supervise and engage our three children during the weekdays. You will help with activities, homework, and meal prep. The job starts on December first, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Our kids are in preschool, elementary, and middle school. We... More

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$20–25/hr
Strongsville, OH • 22 miles away

Seeking Occasional Babysitter for 3 Kids

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need an occasional babysitter for three children, ages 5, 6, 8. The right fit has their own transportation and has experience with kiddos who need a little extra patience, and caring for multiples. Your tasks include throwing great dance parties, playing games, bed time routine, and maintaining a... More

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$13–19/hr
Westlake, OH • 18 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for One Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi there! We’re looking for a babysitter for our preschool-aged child. The job starts December 1, 2025, with hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. You will engage our child in fun activities, prepare meals, and help with basic learning tasks. It’s important to provide a safe and... More

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$15–19/hr
Sandusky, OH • 25 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 5 Elementary Kids,...

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re looking for a babysitter to watch five elementary-aged children. You will supervise and engage the kids in activities that are fun and educational. Responsibilities include preparing snacks, helping with homework, and ensuring a safe environment. You’ll need to manage different personalities... More

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$18–22/hr
Berea, OH • 21 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 3 Children, Ages...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Help our family by watching three children, 5, 4, & 2. 1-2 days a week from 8am-3pm. The start date is the 2nd or 3rd week of December. You will engage the kids with fun activities, prepare snacks, and ensure their safety. Also may need to pick up 2 preschoolers from preschool. m the school).... More

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$10–15/hr
Strongsville, OH • 21 miles away

Attend to infant at home from 3:30 PM to...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 5:30pm

Hello, we need a babysitter for our infant. You will watch our child from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM, 4 days a week and every third weekend starting January 5, 2026. If there are certain days of the week you prefer I can adjust my schedule accordingly. If it's the weekend you work then the week will only... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

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