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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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$11–14/hr
Chattanooga, TN • 14 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Two Toddlers on Weekdays

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

We need a caring and responsible babysitter for our two toddlers. The schedule is flexible, starting on October 20, 2026, with shifts from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Your main tasks include supervising playtime, preparing simple meals, and ensuring a safe... More

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$19–25/hr
Soddy Daisy, TN • 20 miles away

Babysitter needed for one infant, Monday to Thursday, 8 AM to 6 PM

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 6:00pm

Hello sitters! We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our infant starting October 19th. The position runs from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. The job involves playing, feeding, and ensuring safety during the day. You must have a car and be comfortable around pets, as we have a... More

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

Babysitter needed for three children, ages preschool to middle school

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 10/30 - 10/31

5:30pm - 12:30am

Hello! We need a reliable sitter for three children aged preschool, elementary, and middle school. You'll help with homework, prepare light meals, and engage them in fun activities. Responsibilities include ensuring safety and keeping a routine. The job starts on October 30th, from 5:30 PM to 12:30... More

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$10–13/hr
Chattanooga, TN • 14 miles away

Looking for a reliable sitter for two preschool kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm

We're looking for a babysitter to help with our two preschool-aged children. The schedule starts on October 14th, working Wednesdays and Fridays from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM. Your responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. You should have a car for... More

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$20–24/hr
Hixson, TN • 17 miles away

Help with two young children starting October 12th

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We're looking for a babysitter to help with our two children, ages toddler and preschool. You will engage them in fun activities, prepare snacks, and oversee playtime to ensure a safe environment.

You should be comfortable with large dogs, golden retriever and lab mixes, in our home.... More

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$20–25/hr
Chattanooga, TN • 17 miles away

Babysitter needed for two children, ages preschool and elementary

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re looking for a reliable, fun occasional sitter for our two boys, who attend preschool and elementary school. We have an out-of-town work trip from Oct. 6- 8. We’ll need help with school drop-off and pickup, so you’ll need a reliable car and be comfortable driving the kids. At home, it’s mostly... More

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

Seeking babysitter for 3 kids, ages preschool to elementary

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

Hello, we are looking for a babysitter for our three children, ages preschool and elementary. The schedule is flexible but will typically run from October 19th, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, starting at 2:30 PM and ending at 7:30 PM. The sitter should have a car and be comfortable around our pets,... More

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$10–20/hr
Chattanooga, TN • 24 miles away

Babysitter needed for one preschool child, September 30th to Friday

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 3:00pm

We’re looking for a reliable babysitter to help our family with one preschool child. The job starts on September 30th and takes place every weekday, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

The ideal candidate has a car for transportation. Your responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and... More

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$21–25/hr
Soddy Daisy, TN • 20 miles away

Reliable babysitter drives kids and watches them after school

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

Help our family with morning childcare for four children in preschool and elementary school. The schedule runs from December 14th, with a flexible start date. Mornings are from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM, Monday through Friday.

You’ll be responsible for supervising the kids, assisting with breakfast, and... More

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$20–25/hr
Hixson, TN • 17 miles away

Occasional babysitter needed for 10mo and 4yr old in Hixson

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi! We’re looking for a babysitter to help us with our two children, ages 10mo and 4yrs. I'm a stay at home mom, but am looking for occasional support for partial (2 hours), half (4hr) or full days (8hour). The ideal person has experience with multiples and a reliable car. Comfort around pets is... 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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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?

Child Care jobs near Whitwell, TN