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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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$15–20/hr
Medina, OH • 23 miles away

Before school childcare

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 9:00am

We are looking for a caring, responsible individual to come to our home in Medina to help prepare our children for the school day. Responsibilities include preparing and serving breakfast, light clean up and getting the kids ready and on the bus.

This position follows a school teacher’s schedule.... More

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$10–18/hr
Mansfield, OH • 20 miles away

ex: Part-time sitter for my son very...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Share 2-3 sentences about your family and how a sitter can help. You might include things like allergies, rules, schedule details.
I just need a babysitter for the days I work single father with a baby boy

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$15–19/hr
Shelby, OH • 24 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a caring and responsible babysitter for our toddler. The schedule is flexible starting January 29, 2026, with hours on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Your main tasks will include supervising playtime, preparing meals, and maintaining... More

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$17–21/hr
Mansfield, OH • 20 miles away

Babysitter needed for 2 kids, ages infant...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi, we need a babysitter starting February 1st, with some flexibility on the start date. You’ll look after two children, one infant and one in elementary school.

Your tasks include supervising playtime, preparing simple meals, and helping with schoolwork. You should be comfortable with a... More

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$16–20/hr
Wooster, OH • 15 miles away

Reliable sitter needed for elementary...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 9:30am (flexible)

Hello sitters! We need help for one elementary school child from January 26th. The schedule is flexible. You will start at 5:30 AM and end by 9:00 AM, Monday through Friday. Your main duties include supervising, preparing breakfast, and ensuring the child is ready for school. A car is required for... More

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$15–30/hr
Ashland, OH • 8 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We need a responsible babysitter to care for two children, an infant and a preschooler. You will work flexible hours starting January 21, 2026, but may begin earlier. Your schedule includes Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You must be comfortable with pets... More

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$15–29/hr
Ashland, OH • 8 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for our two children, a preschooler and an infant. The schedule is flexible, starting around January 21, 2026, mainly on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You should be comfortable with pets and have your own car for transportation. Your... More

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$15–30/hr
Ashland, OH • 8 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for two children, including a preschooler and an infant. The job starts on January 21, 2026, with a flexible schedule. Hours are from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, covering weekdays: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. The ideal candidate must be comfortable... More

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$15–30/hr
Ashland, OH • 8 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Kids, Must Be...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for two children, including an infant and an elementary-aged child. The schedule is flexible with hours from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM on weekdays, starting January 21, 2026. The ideal candidate must be comfortable with pets and have their own car for... More

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$15–30/hr
Ashland, OH • 8 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Two Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter for two children, an infant and an elementary-aged child. The schedule is flexible, starting January 21, 2026, with hours from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on weekdays, including Monday through Friday. You must be comfortable with pets and have your own car for transportation.... More

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$10–20/hr
Medina, OH • 23 miles away

Looking for Babysitter with Car for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We are looking for a sitter for our 2 year old soon to be 3 daughter. Will maybe need someone 1x/week or 1x biweekly and who might be available for date nights or weekend day. The job starts on January 16, 2026, but I can be flexible with the start date. Your main tasks include... More

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$14–15/hr
Mansfield, OH • 21 miles away

Occasional Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for our infant. The start date is flexible. You will be responsible for caring for one child, including feeding, diaper changes, and playtime. You should be comfortable with pets, as we have a dog. A nurturing and trustworthy attitude is essential. Please be prepared to engage... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

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