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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
Hixson, TN • 17 miles away

Babysitter needed for 2 preschool kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We’re looking for someone to help us with our two preschool-age children. The start date is flexible but we would like to begin around October 19, 2025. You will engage the kids in fun activities, prepare simple snacks, and ensure their safety during playtime. Light cleaning and organizing... More

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$18–22/hr
Rossville, GA • 21 miles away

Need an occasional babysitter for two of...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

I have five children but two of them only need the babysitter My 13-year-old who's severely autistic and my 6-year-old who does have some behavioral issues. My other three can take care of themselves and don't need anyone watching them. I will need someone to watch them when I have to run errands or... More

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$17–20/hr
Chattanooga, TN • 17 miles away

Flexible Babysitter/Nanny Needed for 9...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a backup nanny to care for our little girl who could come at least 4 hours during the day when/if our regular sitters are unavailable, but this could lead to a potential part-time consistent nanny opportunity depending on availability! Prior experience with infants is preferred. We are... More

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$15–25/hr
Chattanooga, TN • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for One Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We’re looking for a caring, reliable babysitter for our toddler to help on weekdays when she’s unable to attend daycare due to illness—typically 3–5 days per month.

This role involves:

- Supervising playtime and engaging in fun, age-appropriate activities
- Preparing snacks and... More

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$18–22/hr
Hixson, TN • 17 miles away

Babysitter Needed Infant on Fridays

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 5:00pm

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our infant. The job starts on November 20, 2025, with hours on Fridays beginning at 7:00 AM and ending at 5:00 PM. The ideal candidate must have their own car to transport themselves. You will be responsible for feeding, changing, and engaging... More

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$18–20/hr
Harrison, TN • 24 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Three Kids in...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

Hello! We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our three children, aged elementary and middle school. The schedule is flexible, but ideally, you will start on October 2, 2025. Work hours are from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

You will help with homework, prepare snacks, and supervise... More

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$18–22/hr
Chattanooga, TN • 21 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our two children, one in preschool and one in elementary school. The start date is flexible, but we are hoping to begin on October 3, 2025. The ideal candidate will have experience with special needs and caring for multiple children. You must have your own... More

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$18–22/hr
Chattanooga, TN • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 3 Young Kids on...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Hi there! We’re looking for a babysitter for our three children, ages infant and toddler. The job begins around September 23, 2025, but we’re flexible on the start date. The hours are from 2:00 AM to 4:00 AM on Tuesdays and Fridays.

You should have experience with multiple young children and a car... More

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$20–30/hr
Chattanooga, TN • 24 miles away

Flexible Mother’s Helper Needed — Join Our...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

? Mother’s Helper Wanted – East Brainerd ?

We’re a busy, loving family (a little crunchy!) with a friendly cat, looking for dependable extra help. If you’re self-driven and quick to learn, we’d love your help keeping our home running smoothly!

Details:
• Hours: 2–4 hrs/week (min. 8... More

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$18–22/hr
Chattanooga, TN • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler with Special...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am

My uncle is Richard I'm Gaz. I'm a spunky single mom. We are very outdoorsy, artsy and busy! I work for myself and he goes to daycare. I have deadlines and responsibilities. There aren't enough hours in the day! What you will be doing: Hanging out with the coolest, energetic, sponge of information.... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

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