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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
Columbia, SC • 22 miles away

We need an experienced sitter with a car...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I’m Gajarah, and my boyfriend and I need a caring, energetic nanny for our lively 1.5-year-old. We require help primarily with daycare pick-up and drop-off. I work an hour away, returning around 8:30 to 9 PM on my workdays. Some weeks may have shorter hours as I rotate weekends, when her dad or... More

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$18–22/hr
Blythewood, SC • 15 miles away

Babysitter needed for a toddler starting...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We want a babysitter for our toddler. The job starts on February 16th and involves keeping them safe and happy during playtime and daily activities. You’ll prepare meals and snacks that fit their needs.

You’ll also assist with basic routines, like nap time and diaper changes. It’s... More

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$15–22/hr
Columbia, SC • 22 miles away

Seeking multi-lingual babysitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our toddler, starting around February , 2026, with a flexible schedule. The ideal candidate is multi-lingual and must speak Spanish. Experience with multiples is a plus. You should have your own car and be comfortable with pets. Your primary... More

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$18–22/hr
Blythewood, SC • 15 miles away

Reliable babysitter needed for toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We want a reliable babysitter for our toddler. The job starts on February 13th. You will supervise playtime, prepare meals, and manage nap schedules. A car is needed for occasional outings. You should provide a safe environment and engage in fun activities that promote learning. We expect you to be... More

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$18–22/hr
Columbia, SC • 16 miles away

Babysitter needed for three kids with...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi, we're looking for a reliable babysitter for our three children, ages preschool and elementary. The start date is flexible, but we hope to begin by February 13th. The sitter needs to have a car and be comfortable around our cat. Experience with special needs and multiple children is important.... More

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$18–22/hr
Columbia, SC • 19 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter with Special...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter to care for one pre-school child starting on February 4, 2026, with a flexible schedule. The ideal candidate must have experience with special needs and be able to provide a safe and engaging environment. A reliable vehicle is necessary for transportation.... More

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$12–19/hr
Elgin, SC • 10 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic boys. A...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Our two boys love playing outside and learning. They love to be active. They are two sweet boys. We are looking for someone who is able to handle two kids at the same time. Care only needed for school closures, sick days or mommy day outs.

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$18–19/hr
Columbia, SC • 19 miles away

Babysitter needed for infant on Tuesdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 2:00pm

Hello sitters! We need help with our infant every Tuesday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, starting on February 3rd. You will watch and play with our little one, ensuring they are safe and happy. You must have a car and be comfortable around our friendly cat, though the cat does not need care. This job... More

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$20–25/hr
Columbia, SC • 23 miles away

Looking for babysitter our 3 year old and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We’re looking for a babysitter for our two children, ages 3 and 19 months, for the occasional weekend night or weekend event. You’ll spend your time playing with them, preparing snacks/meals, and engaging in fun activities. It’s important that you’re comfortable around our small dog Tori,... More

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$10–12/hr
Blythewood, SC • 15 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Kids, Middle...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

Hello sitters! We want a reliable person to look after our two children, ages elementary and middle school. The job starts on January 26th, from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. You must have a car to transport the kids if needed. Please be comfortable around our small dog, but you won’t... More

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$18–20/hr
Columbia, SC • 19 miles away

Another set of hands needed to help us in...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi, we’re looking for someone to help us with our three children (one or both parents present most of the time), aged toddler and pre-school. The job starts on January 26th, but the date is flexible. You will work Monday to Friday, from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM. A reliable car is essential as you may need... More

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$10–13/hr
Columbia, SC • 23 miles away

Drive and supervise two elementary kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 6:30pm (flexible)

Hello sitters! I recently got stationed here and need help with my two elementary school children. The schedule is flexible, starting on January 22, 2026, from 5:30 AM to 7:00 AM and 6:00PM to 7:00PM, Monday through Friday. My children get on the bus for school in the morning near my house. They... 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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