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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
Middletown, PA • 19 miles away

Need Babysitter for 3 Kids, Preschool,...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 7:30pm

Hello my name is Shannon I have 3 daughters who are wonderful. I'm a hairstylist for children in mechanicsburg. Looking for childcare ! Hours would be 830am till 7pm Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Saturday 7am to 4pm, Sunday 8am to 6pm.

You’ll engage the kids in fun activities and help with... More

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

Seek Caring Babysitter for Toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting end of February 2026. The schedule isn’t solidified yet considering we are only seeking to plan ahead of time- at this moment the working days we get scheduled are unknown but the time will likely be around 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM. OUR BIWEEKLY... More

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$10–14/hr
Harrisburg, PA • 21 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Preschool Child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

Hello! We are looking for a babysitter to watch our preschool child starting December 1, 2025. The schedule is flexible, but the hours are from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. You will engage our child in play, assist with meals, and help with basic activities. It's important that you... More

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$18–25/hr
Harrisburg, PA • 17 miles away

Seeking a Fun Babysitter for Elementary...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Help our family by providing support for our elementary-aged child. You will engage in fun activities and assist with reading from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday. The start date is November 11, 2025, but we can be flexible. Your tasks include supervising playtime,... More

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$17–21/hr
Auburn, PA • 22 miles away

Reliable babysitter needed for one...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 9:00am

Hi there! We’re looking for a reliable babysitter for our elementary-age child. The job involves supervising playtime, assisting with homework, and preparing simple meals each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

The shift starts at 5:00 AM and ends at 8:30 AM. You must have a car for local errands or... More

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$18–22/hr
New Cumberland, PA • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for One Preschool Child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 6:00pm

We want a babysitter for our preschool child, starting on November 15, 2025. This position requires availability on weekends, specifically Saturday and Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The main duties include supervising playtime, preparing simple meals, and engaging in educational activities. You... More

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$10–12/hr
Harrisburg, PA • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant, Thursdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm

Hi there! We’re looking for a babysitter for our infant son. The job starts on December 11, 2025, and runs every Thursday and Friday from approximately 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and one weekend per month. My work schedule does vary, so the times could change slightly. I would be happy to discuss further.... More

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$15–23/hr
Lancaster, PA • 25 miles away

Seeking Flexible Babysitter for 2 Kids in...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for two children, a preschooler and a toddler. The start date is flexible, beginning around October 25, 2025. You should be comfortable with pets and have your own car for transportation. Your responsibilities will include supervising play, preparing meals, and ensuring a safe... More

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$22–23/hr
Marietta, PA • 24 miles away

Looking for a Reliable Babysitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

Hello! We need a babysitter for our 2 month old daughter . I work from home so will be on the computer during the morning. The job is part-time, on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, starting on October 27, 2025. You will watch our child, feed them, change diapers, and play... More

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$18–22/hr
Harrisburg, PA • 17 miles away

Babysitter needed for two kids, Monday to...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Hello sitters! We need someone to help us with our two children after school. The job starts on November third, 2025, but we're flexible with that. You'll work Monday through Wednesday from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Both children are in elementary school. Your key tasks include supervising homework,... More

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$15–20/hr
Lititz, PA • 20 miles away

Support Two Young Children on Tuesdays and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We’re looking for a babysitter for our two children, ages infant and 4-years-old. The schedule starts on a flexible date, with hours from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays but days and times are may change so we are looking for someone with flexible hours. Your tasks include supervising... More

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$20–30/hr
Hershey, PA • 12 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! I’m looking for a babysitter for my toddler. This job involves supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and helping with basic routines. You will read stories and engage in activities to keep my child happy and safe.

You’ll need to have multiple experiences with young children, as you'll be... More

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$15–18/hr
Ephrata, PA • 24 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello sitters! We’re looking for someone to help with our infant starting on October 21, 2025. The job runs from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Thursday.

In this role, you will feed, change, burp and help with the daily needs of our child. You will also engage them in safe, age-appropriate... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

How can child care providers make extra money?

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