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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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$15–25/hr
Clinton, TN • 8 miles away

looking for a nanny in Clinton/TN(long term)

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 9:00pm (flexible)

we are very nice, clean, educated and caring Christian family, we are looking for a long term very trustful, super clean, very caring and responsible nanny for our 2 babies, who has some experience with caring for babies and kids, we need her everyday Mon-Sat from 1 pm to 8 pm or 2 pm to 9 pm (... More

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$10–50/hr
Knoxville, TN • 22 miles away

Seeking babysitter for infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 5:00am

Hello! We're looking for a responsible babysitter to help with our infant. This position starts on May 20th and covers the evening hours from 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

You will prepare simple meals, change diapers, and ensure the baby is safe and... More

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$10–11/hr
Clinton, TN • 8 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 11:30pm (flexible)

I am looking for a reliable long term babysitter.
5 days a week. Having your own transportation is a must.
I am a single mom, I work a lot, and I really rely on my babysitter due to my family is no help. It is just me and my son.
My schedule changes a lot.
I’m looking for someone to babysit... More

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$15–25/hr
Oak Ridge, TN • 15 miles away

Babysitter needed for one preschool child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Seeking a part-time caregiver for my 4-year-old in Oak Ridge, TN. She is in private pre-school and I'm seeking someone to care for her during school holidays and breaks while I go to work. (For example, her school is closed this Thursday 2/12, Friday 2/13, and Monday 2/16.)

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$20–24/hr
Knoxville, TN • 24 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter for our toddler starting February 8, 2026. The schedule includes Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The ideal candidate will have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include providing care, engaging in activities, and ensuring a... More

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$19–23/hr
Clinton, TN • 8 miles away

Seeking sitter for toddler, flexible start...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We're looking for a babysitter for our toddler. The ideal candidate has experience caring for children and pets. You'll need to feed our medium-sized dog and give any necessary medication. A car is important for this role. Knowledge of Spanish is required. The job starts on January 30th, but... More

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$18–25/hr
Knoxville, TN • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 2 Kids, Flexible...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

Hi, we need a babysitter for our two children, both in the toddler and pre-school age groups. The job starts on January 29th, and we can adjust the start date as needed. The schedule runs daily from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Your responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing meals and snacks,... More

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$20–24/hr
Knoxville, TN • 24 miles away

Babysitter needed for two preschool kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! I am looking for a reliable babysitter for two children, ages 3.5 and 5. We just moved to the area and as a single caregiver and I am needing a sitter for when emergencies arise for my Geotechnical job and I need to go onsite outside of their school hours. We have a full time daycare,... More

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$19–23/hr
Knoxville, TN • 20 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter for occasional date nights and as backup for when our nanny isn’t available. No set dates yet. We have a 3 month old son and live in Hardin Valley.

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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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