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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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$18–25/hr
Franklin, TN • 23 miles away

Dependable sitter needed for infant;...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re looking for a reliable babysitter for our infant. You will engage with them, play, and ensure their safety during care hours. The job starts on November 3, 2025, but we can be flexible with the start date. It's important that you have a car for any errands or activities we might need. If you... More

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$23–27/hr
Franklin, TN • 23 miles away

Seeking reliable babysitter for two young...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re looking for a reliable babysitter for our two young children, ages infant and toddler. The start date is flexible, but we’d like to begin around October 31, 2025. You should have a car to help with transportation. The role includes engaging the children in play, preparing meals, and ensuring... More

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$20–21/hr
Franklin, TN • 23 miles away

Seeking Babysitter with morning...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 12:30pm (flexible)

Hi! We have two children, a 4 year old girl and 2 year old boy. I mostly need help when I am working at home during weekday mornings (Mon, Wed and sometimes Fri). We could take it week by week to accommodate both of our schedules. Most of the time I will be at the home upstairs, sometimes I may step... More

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$15–25/hr
Summertown, TN • 20 miles away

Seeking caring babysitter for 3 children...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a responsible and caring babysitter for our three children, aged elementary and preschool. The start date is October 21, 2025, but we are flexible. You must have your own car and be comfortable with pets. Your duties will include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and helping... More

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$18–20/hr
Spring Hill, TN • 14 miles away

Spring Hill, TN Reoccurring Babysitters...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

A church in Spring Hill, TN is seeking child care providers.

Date: 10/22/2025 -11/19/2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Spring Hill, TN 37174
Rate: $20/hr!

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$20–22/hr
Franklin, TN • 23 miles away

Franklin, TN Babysitter Needed for Local...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/12

12:00am - 2:00am

A church in Franklin, TN is seeking child care providers.

Date: 11/12/2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Location: Franklin, TN 37064
Rate: $22/hr!

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$10–18/hr
Spring Hill, TN • 14 miles away

Watch and entertain 4 kids in preschool...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

Hi there! We’re looking for a responsible babysitter to help with our four children, ages preschool and elementary school. You will engage them in fun activities, supervise playtime, and assist with any homework or projects as needed.

The schedule starts on November 1, 2025, and is flexible. The... More

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$23–27/hr
Franklin, TN • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Three Young Kids on...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

Historic Franklin Presbyterian Church needs a nursery worker on Sunday morning from 9:00 until 11:30. A 3 month old, and 3 year old and possibly another. A second adult, a church member, will be available as needed.

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$18–20/hr
Spring Hill, TN • 14 miles away

Spring Hill, TN Reoccurring Babysitters...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

A church in Spring Hill, TN is seeking child care providers.

Date: 10/15/2025 -11/19/2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Spring Hill, TN 37174
Rate: $20/hr!

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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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