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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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$15–21/hr
Franklin, TN • 24 miles away

Looking for a reliable babysitter with a...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our elementary-age child. The schedule will start on December 1st, 2025, with flexibility. Regular hours will include Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM. The sitter must have their own car for transportation... More

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$10–16/hr
Spring Hill, TN • 14 miles away

Looking for a sitter for my infant, speaks...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hello sitters! We are looking for a responsible babysitter to help care for our infant. The start date is January 16, 2026, but we can be flexible. This position is for Tuesday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The right person needs to have a car for potential outings. I would like someone... More

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$10–20/hr
Spring Hill, TN • 14 miles away

Babysitter needed for infant, weekdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

Hello sitters! We need a babysitter for our infant starting November 17, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Your main duty is to ensure the child's safety while engaging in age-appropriate activities. Feeding, changing diapers, and putting the baby down for naps are... More

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$16–22/hr
Bon Aqua, TN • 25 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Toddler on Weekdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 6:00pm

Hello! We're looking for a babysitter for our toddler. The job starts on November 9, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The workdays are Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday. You will supervise playtime, prepare snacks, and engage in activities that promote learning and fun. Ideally, you have... More

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$22–28/hr
Spring Hill, TN • 14 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 2 Young Kids with...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi, I'm looking for an occasional babysitter for weeknight evenings and weekends for my two daughters, ages 7 and almost 5, in Spring Hill. You will play games, help with dinner/snacks, and get them ready for bed. The girls play well together and are relatively independent, but love doing crafts and... More

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$22–26/hr
Columbia, TN • Less than a mile

Seeking Incredible Babysitter for our Family?

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We are looking for a babysitter for occasional date nights and during school breaks for a few hours during the day while I work. We have three kids - 6/4/4 and live in Carters Station (between Columbia and Spring Hill)!

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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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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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