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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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$19–22/hr
Sedalia, OH • 24 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for baby girl...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a caring babysitter for our infant girl starting soon. The start date is flexible. You will be responsible for feeding, changing, playing, and keeping the baby safe and comfortable. Must have your own car to travel to our home and be fine with pets, as we have cats. Please be reliable,... More

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$11–15/hr
Marysville, OH • 17 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler, Flexible...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're looking for a babysitter for our toddler. This job begins on May 5, 2026 (start date is flexible). Typical hours will be Monday through Friday, from 12 PM to 5 PM; both times and days may be adjusted as needed. I will be present in the home, attending virtual classes, and available in case of... More

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$17–18/hr
North Hampton, OH • 20 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for our two infants. You must have experience with multiples and be comfortable around pets. The schedule includes Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, starting on May 1, 2026, with some flexibility. Your duties will include... More

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$20–25/hr
Hilliard, OH • 24 miles away

Flexible, Part-time baby sitter for three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a reliable, fun babysitter to care for our three wonderful children, we have a 9mo, 2yo, and 4yo. The schedule will start out only Monday and eventually include Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. On Mondays and Fridays it would be from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and Wednesday... More

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$16–17/hr
Plain City, OH • 15 miles away

Babysitter needed for one preschool child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We want a reliable babysitter for our preschool child. The job starts on April 6th, with flexible scheduling. We need help from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Your main tasks include supervising playtime, feeding my daughter, giving her a shower. I need help... More

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$15–20/hr
Springfield, OH • 15 miles away

Babysitter needed for one preschool child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're looking for a babysitter for our pre-k child. The schedule is flexible, starting May 11th, with hours from 3:00 PM to approximately 8:00 PM on Mon/Wed. Some other as needed times are also an option. Your main focus will be supervising playtime and assisting with light activities. There are 3... More

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$21–25/hr
Hilliard, OH • 24 miles away

We need a babysitter for our infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hi there! We are looking for a babysitter for our infant starting April 27th. The schedule is flexible, but the hours are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The sitter will supervise and engage with our child during these hours. You will bottle feed, change diapers, and play with... More

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$25–30/hr
Amlin, OH • 22 miles away

Looking for a sitter for one preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00pm - 7:00am

Hello! We are looking for a babysitter for our preschool child. The sitter needs to speak Hindi and has experience with special needs and multiples.

This job requires a sitter who has a car and is comfortable with pets. The schedule starts on April 20th, from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, every day of the... More

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$17–21/hr
Springfield, OH • 15 miles away

Babysitter needed for 4 children, starts...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We are looking for a babysitter to help us with our four children. The kids are in toddler, preschool, and elementary ages. You will provide a safe and engaging environment.

Your tasks will include preparing meals, assisting with homework, and organizing fun activities. You will also... More

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$21–25/hr
Marysville, OH • 16 miles away

Seeking a babysitter for one toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We want a reliable babysitter for our toddler. This job starts on March 9th. You will supervise playtime, prepare light meals, and manage nap schedules. Our home has a large border collie and a cat, so you must be comfortable around pets. The ideal candidate enjoys engaging with young children and... More

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$21–25/hr
Marysville, OH • 17 miles away

Seeking a babysitter for a toddler who...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! I am looking for a babysitter to start on April 1st, but with a flexible schedule. This position involves looking after one toddler. You should feel comfortable around pets, as we have a large border collie and a couple cats in our home. Your responsibilities include ensuring the... More

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How much does it cost for child care providers to use Sittercity?

How much do in-home child care providers make?

Why are in-home child care taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as an in-home child care provider?

When do child care providers work?

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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How much does it cost for child care providers to use Sittercity?

How much do in-home child care providers make?

Why are in-home child care taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as an in-home child care provider?

When do child care providers work?

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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