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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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$19–24/hr
Bluffton, SC • 17 miles away

Looking for help with school pickup for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

We're looking for someone to help with picking our 2nd grader up from school 5 days a week, including taking him to his speech and occupational therapy appointments twice a week. Pickup would likely continue during the summer for summer camp pickup during the week. Our son is dismissed at 2:45pm and... More

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$28–32/hr
Bluffton, SC • 17 miles away

Household Manager / Family Assistant...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

We are a busy family with three children (middle school, elementary, and daycare age) seeking a proactive and organized household manager. The role includes meal prep, school pick-ups, running errands, managing laundry, and maintaining a tidy home. Must be comfortable with children, pets, and water.... More

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$12–17/hr
Port Wentworth, GA • 24 miles away

Mother’s Helper needed for two children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 1:30pm (flexible)

We’re a warm, loving family looking for a dependable and nurturing mother’s helper to support us Mondays and Tuesdays for 5 hours each day while I work from home.

Care will be for a 2-year-old (fully potty trained) and a 5-month-old. We’re seeking someone who enjoys working with young children... More

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$10–15/hr
Bluffton, SC • 17 miles away

Babysitter needed for 2 children, flexible...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

We want a babysitter for our two children, ages preschool and elementary. The job starts immediately and we can be flexible with the start date. Hours are from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Saturday would be 2pm-12am The ideal candidate is comfortable around pets, as we have a small... More

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$20–24/hr
Port Wentworth, GA • 24 miles away

Seeking experienced babysitter for toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter to care for two children, a toddler and an infant, starting June 8, 2026. The schedule includes Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM. You should be comfortable with pets, as we have animals in the home. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, feeding,... More

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$19–23/hr
Beaufort, SC • 17 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 1:30pm (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter to care for our infant on Mondays and Tuesdays starting October 2026. The hours range from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM. You must have your own car for transportation. Responsibilities include feeding, changing, and engaging our child in safe activities. Experience with infants... More

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$19–20/hr
Rincon, GA • 19 miles away

Babysitter needed for one preschool child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

We’re looking for a babysitter for our preschool-aged child. This position requires someone with a car to help with pick-up and drop-off as needed.

The schedule starts on June 29th. Hours are from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. Your responsibilities include engaging our... More

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$10–12/hr
Beaufort, SC • 18 miles away

Seeking a sitter for my toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

Hi there! We’re looking for a babysitter to help with our toddler starting April 8th. The hours are from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The ideal candidate speaks Spanish and has a car for occasional outings. You will engage our toddler in fun and educational activities,... More

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$20–24/hr
Port Wentworth, GA • 24 miles away

Looking for a babysitter for my preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We’re looking for a babysitter for our preschool-aged child. The job starts on April 15th, but we can be flexible with the beginning date.

The right person has experience with special needs and a reliable car for transportation. Your main tasks will include engaging our child in fun... More

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$18–22/hr
Rincon, GA • 19 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Preschoolers on...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/29 - 05/30

4:00pm - 12:00am

We are seeking a babysitter for two preschool-aged children on May 29, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM. The ideal candidate should be responsible, engaging, and able to supervise playtime and snacks. The babysitter must be comfortable with pets, as we have 2 dog ms and a cat at home. Previous... More

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$15–21/hr
Beaufort, SC • 17 miles away

Morning Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 7:30am (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter to care for our preschool child M-F , starting sometime in March preferably. The hours are from 5:30AM to 7:00 AM. The sitter will prepare simple breakfasts, ensure safety, and engage our child in fun, age-appropriate activities. They must be comfortable with pets as... 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?

Child Care jobs near Ridgeland, SC