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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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$18–22/hr
Pocono Manor, PA • 25 miles away

Seeking babysitter for two elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/18

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Help our family by watching two elementary-aged children. The babysitter will start on February 18th at 2:00 PM, with flexible start times, and will finish by 6:00 PM. You will supervise playtime, assist with homework, and prepare snacks. It is important to engage with the children in fun activities... More

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$20–24/hr
Allentown, PA • 24 miles away

Looking for a sitter with a car for my 5th...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

Hi there! We want a babysitter for our middle school child after school. The start date is February 23rd and can be flexible. You will work from 2:45 PM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday - meeting our daughter at the bus stop. The ideal candidate has a car and is comfortable with pets, as we have a... More

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$17–25/hr
Allentown, PA • 22 miles away

Seek babysitter for one infant starting...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We're looking for a reliable babysitter for our infant, starting on February 14th. Your main responsibility will be to ensure a safe and engaging environment for our child while we are away.

You will need to feed, change, and play with our infant as needed. It is important to follow... More

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$14–17/hr
Lehighton, PA • 3 miles away

Warm babysitter needed for three kids,...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 7:00am (flexible)

Hello! We need a reliable babysitter for our three children, ages toddler and elementary, starting February 22nd. The schedule is flexible, covering Saturday and Sunday evenings. You will work from 6:00 PM to 7:30 AM.

Your main responsibilities include supervising playtime, and getting the kids... More

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$13–18/hr
Allentown, PA • 22 miles away

Babysitter needed for 2 children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hello sitters! We need someone to watch our two young children, an infant and a toddler, from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday, starting on February 23rd, with some flexibility. The ideal person has a car and feels at ease around pets, as we have 2 large dogs at home. Your tasks include... More

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$18–20/hr
Wind Gap, PA • 21 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our two children on Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting February 5, 2026. The hours will be from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM. You should be comfortable with pets and have your own car for transportation. If you are comfortable with pick-up it’s a plus.... More

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$10–11/hr
Allentown, PA • 23 miles away

Babysitter needed for infant, 3 weekdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

Hi, we're looking for a babysitter to help with our infant starting November 2, 2026. The hours will be Monday, Tuesday, Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. You need to be comfortable with our medium-sized dog, an American Pit Bull Terrier, but you won't need to take care of her. Experience with infants... More

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$18–20/hr
Long Pond, PA • 22 miles away

Occassional Babysitter needed with...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Looking for occasional baby sitter with potential to grow into a weekly schedule. Daytime care for a 4 month old and occasional care for a 6 year old depending on time of day. Mom and dad both work from home and need help for a few hours during the day.

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$18–22/hr
Allentown, PA • 22 miles away

LOOKING FOR AN AFTERNOON NANNY –...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

LOOKING FOR AN AFTERNOON NANNY – ALLENTOWN, PA
We’re looking for a reliable and caring afternoon nanny to help with three children on a regular basis.
Great fit for students with afternoon availability.
Details:
• Location: Allentown, PA
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:00–7:00 PM
• Children: 3... More

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$15–21/hr
Bethlehem, PA • 25 miles away

Seeking Experienced Occasional Babysitter...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our preschool child, starting January 28, 2026, with a flexible start date. The ideal candidate should have experience caring for children ages 3-6 years old, CPR not required but a plus! Flexible hours most likely used for weekends or school breaks. ... More

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$17–20/hr
Palmerton, PA • 8 miles away

Seeking reliable sitter for toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We're looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our toddler. The job starts on April 6th, with some flexibility in the start date. You will work Monday through Friday, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Having a car is essential. You should also be comfortable with pets, as we have 2 dogs. Your main... More

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$18–22/hr
Tannersville, PA • 25 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter with Car for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi!
We’re looking for a wonderful babysitter for our cheerful 3.5-year-old son.
You would:

Supervise fun playtime
Serve pre-prepared snacks
Help with various activities and crafts
On nice days we love spending time outside in our garden.
Keeping our little one safe, happy and engaged is the most... More

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$18–22/hr
Long Pond, PA • 22 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Elementary Kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 9:00am

We’re looking for help with our two elementary school children. This job runs on Wednesdays from 6:00 AM to 8:30 AM, starting on January 22, 2026. The right person has experience with special needs and caring for multiple children at once. A reliable car is required for transporting the kids when... More

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$19–23/hr
Kempton, PA • 18 miles away

Babysitter needed for toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We’re looking for a babysitter for our toddler starting on January 27, 2026. You will watch over one child, ensuring a safe and fun environment. The ideal sitter has experience with multiple young children and speaks Spanish. Duties include playing with toys, reading stories, and preparing... More

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Why are in-home child care taxes important?

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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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