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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

$15–22/hr
Cordova, TN • 22 miles away

Babysitter needed for two children, ages 3 to 10, from June 11

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 8:00pm

Hello! We want a reliable babysitter for our two children. They are in preschool and elementary school. The job starts on June 11th, with shifts on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Your responsibilities include supervising playtime, assisting with... More

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$10–11/hr
Oakland, TN • 13 miles away

Babysitter needed for five kids, ages toddler to elementary, starts May 28

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00am

Hello sitters! We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our five children. They range in age from toddler to elementary. The schedule includes Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM, starting May 28th.

The ideal candidate must have a car to transport the children as needed. You... More

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$18–24/hr
Arlington, TN • 14 miles away

Looking for experienced babysitter for 2 kids, & 1 with special needs

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a reliable babysitter for our two children, a toddler and an elementary school-aged child. The start date is flexible, but we would like someone to begin on May 24, 2026, at 9:29 PM. The sitter must have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Experience with special needs children is... More

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$20–24/hr
Collierville, TN • 25 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Preschool Children on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We are seeking a responsible babysitter for two preschool children starting on May 23, 2026. The schedule includes Fridays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 7:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The ideal candidate must have their own car, be comfortable with pets, and have experience caring for multiple young children.... More

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$18–22/hr
Memphis, TN • 21 miles away

Looking for a reliable babysitter with a car for my elementary school child

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We need help with one child in elementary school. The sitter will ensure the child's safety, prepare light snack/meals. A reliable car is necessary for transport to activities. Comfort with pets is a must, as the sitter will also play with our large goldendoodle. The job starts on... More

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$18–22/hr
Cordova, TN • 20 miles away

Join us to watch our two preschool children starting July 4th

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/04 - 07/05

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

We want a babysitter for our two children, ages preschool. The job starts on July 4th and runs from midnight to 11:30 PM, though the start time is flexible. You will prepare meals, help with bedtime routines, and provide a safe environment for play. Engaging with the children through activities is... More

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$19–20/hr
Memphis, TN • 21 miles away

Seeking a babysitter for 5 children on Tuesday mornings beginning May 26th.

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 10:30am

We're looking for a reliable babysitter starting for May 26th, from 7:30 AM to 10:00am. If you have flexibility for occasional additional weekday hours, that would be a plus (although not always needed). The primary need is in-home supervision for our 5 children. Light meal prep may be needed... More

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$10–11/hr
Cordova, TN • 20 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter with Car for Infant Care, Flexible Start

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for one infant starting around May 14, 2026, with flexible scheduling. The sitter will care for the child Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Responsibilities include feeding, changing, and engaging the child. Experience with infants is essential. The sitter must... More

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$19–20/hr
Arlington, TN • 14 miles away

Looking for a babysitter starting May 11th for one elementary child.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello, sitters! We are looking for a responsible babysitter for our elementary-aged child. The start date is May 11th from 4am-8:30am

You will need to have a car and be comfortable around pets, as we have a small chiweenie, a large lab huskie mix and cats at home. Your main responsibilities will... More

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Babysitter needed for two children, ages 3 to 10, from June 11

Babysitter needed for two children, ages 3 to 10, from June 11

Babysitter needed for five kids, ages toddler to elementary, starts May 28

Babysitter needed for five kids, ages toddler to elementary, starts May 28

Looking for experienced babysitter for 2 kids, & 1 with special needs

Looking for experienced babysitter for 2 kids, & 1 with special needs

Babysitter Needed for Two Preschool Children on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays

Babysitter Needed for Two Preschool Children on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays

Looking for a reliable babysitter with a car for my elementary school child

Looking for a reliable babysitter with a car for my elementary school child

Join us to watch our two preschool children starting July 4th

Join us to watch our two preschool children starting July 4th

Seeking a babysitter for 5 children on Tuesday mornings beginning May 26th.

Seeking a babysitter for 5 children on Tuesday mornings beginning May 26th.

Seeking Reliable Babysitter with Car for Infant Care, Flexible Start

Seeking Reliable Babysitter with Car for Infant Care, Flexible Start

Looking for a babysitter starting May 11th for one elementary child.

Looking for a babysitter starting May 11th for one elementary child.

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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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Child Care FAQ

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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