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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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$19–23/hr
Easton, PA • 22 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Elementary Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a friendly babysitter to care for our elementary-aged child starting on July 4, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, helping with homework, and preparing snacks. The sitter ensures a safe and fun environment while following the child’s... More

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$18–22/hr
Jim Thorpe, PA • 8 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter for two children, aged toddler and preschool. The start date is flexible, but we aim for July 11, 2025. The job includes driving the children and ensuring their safety. Responsibilities involve preparing meals and snacks, managing sick care, and handling bedtime routines.... More

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$18–20/hr
Fogelsville, PA • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for a three year-old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Respectful and easygoing parents with a 3-year old toddler that would appreciate occasional help

Spend time with the toddler, read books, play games , take a walk outside etc

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$20–26/hr
Bartonsville, PA • 22 miles away

Caregiver Needed for 2-3 day overnight in...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for someone to take care of our 2 month old for 2-3 overnight shifts on weekdays in early July, dates may have some flexibility. Mom will be in the house in case of emergency. Baby is a great sleeper, should only need to wake up once to feed and change him. Hours would be roughly 10pm... More

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$16–17/hr
Blakeslee, PA • 20 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Two Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our two children, ages toddler and elementary, starting around June 28, 2025, with flexibility on the exact date. The ideal candidate has experience with special needs and multiples. You will prepare meals and snacks, assist with toilet training, and... More

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$19–23/hr
Whitehall, PA • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter for sweet newborn

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a new family with a 2 month old newborn baby boy and 3 sweet sibling cats :)

My name is Ali and my boyfriend’s name is Alek, who set this account up for me but I have taken over. I will be working remotely upstairs while you are downstairs watching the baby. I’m looking to have someone... More

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$10–17/hr
Easton, PA • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30pm - 1:30pm

I am looking for a reliable babysitter to care for my two elementary-aged children from June 12, 2025. The schedule is daily from 9:30 PM to 6:00 AM or sometimes with my mandates until 2 PM. The sitter will supervise, engage in activities, and ensure the safety and well-being of my children. A valid... More

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

Evening sitter 4-8pm for 4 yr old boy or...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We are a family of 4. We are looking for an evening care for my two kids! They are playful, very smart and fun to be around. One parent will be home at all times, often working.

We live in a development. Likely won’t take the kids out. We need someone who will take care of their laundry,... More

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$20–35/hr
Bethlehem, PA • 17 miles away

My wife and I are looking to take a 5-day,...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/15

12:00am - 11:00pm

We're seeking a temporary live-in babysitter to care for our daughters and home while we enjoy a much needed 5-day 4-night getaway. Tentatively scheduled for August or September, based on your availability. We would leave Tuesday morning and return Saturday evening. Responsibilities include driving... 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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