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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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$15–18/hr
Houston, TX • 14 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary Kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter for two elementary-aged children, starting on May 31, 2025, with a flexible start date. The role includes driving the kids to activities, preparing meals and snacks, and managing bedtime routines. Light housekeeping tasks, such as cleaning up after meals and organizing play... More

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$18–23/hr
Houston, TX • 14 miles away

Care for Two Children: Help with School...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 7:00pm

Brought To You by Family Concierge: Family is seeking a reliable babysitter for two children, ages 7 and 3.5 years old. Family shares both children love Legos, Star Wars, Minecraft, cars, and police! Family is looking for someone who is responsible, patient, and enjoys working with children. The job... More

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$18–19/hr
Hufsmith, TX • 21 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 11:00am

We need a responsible babysitter starting on May 26, 2025, from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. The job is for one elementary-age child. You need to have your own car and experience caring for children. Your tasks include driving the child, preparing meals and snacks,... More

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$15–17/hr
Cypress, TX • 9 miles away

Flexible Evening Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We need a caring babysitter to start on June 16, 2025, for our two children, ages infant and preschool. The schedule is flexible, but the hours are Monday through Friday, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include sharing... More

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$15–17/hr
Bellaire, TX • 13 miles away

Flexible Babysitter in Katy and Bellaire

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

This is Jovie! We’ve been around for over 20 years, offering childcare to families across 37 states and almost 200 locations across the U.S. Our families need your joy, your sense of fun and your childcare know-how.
What You Get Out of a Job at Jovie:
• Steady Paycheck: $15-$17/hour
• Support:... More

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$20–27/hr
Katy, TX • 7 miles away

Join part of the family! Experienced...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

Hello
My husband and I are looking for a nanny/sitter that can attend to our 8 month boy while our 2 year old son is in day care and we are at work.

We are looking for a nanny/sitter to attend to my 8 month with the following roles but not limited to:
Changing diapers
Feeding... More

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$18–22/hr
Houston, TX • 15 miles away

Babysitter Needed to Drive and Care for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

We need a babysitter to care for two children (ages 8 and 12) on weekdays, from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM for the 2025-2026 school year. The sitter picks up the children from the carpool line at school, drives them home and engages with them in safe and fun activities. The ideal candidate has their own car... More

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$15–23/hr
Cypress, TX • 12 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Help with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We are seeking a babysitter for one elementary-aged child starting on May 19, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule includes Monday through Friday from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Responsibilities include driving the child, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime... More

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$20–24/hr
Houston, TX • 16 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Drives, Cares for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our middle school child starting on April 28, 2025. The schedule includes Monday to Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM. Responsibilities include driving our child, preparing meals and snacks, helping with homework, and light housekeeping. The ideal candidate must have... More

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$14–20/hr
Houston, TX • 7 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant with Flexible...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring and responsible babysitter for our infant starting on or after March 30, 2025. The ideal candidate has experience with multiple children and is comfortable with pets. You will provide attentive care, including feeding, changing diapers, and engaging in safe play. You will also help... More

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$20–30/hr
Houston, TX • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We need a sitter to care for our toddler/preschooler from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday; Saturdays from 9:00-1:00 PM. This may also involve staying later during the week to assist in putting the child to bed. The sitter must have their own car for driving. Responsibilities include... More

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$15–17/hr
Brookshire, TX • 19 miles away

Seeking a Montessori-Inspired Sitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

We are a family with one boy(33 months old). He is curious, playful, and loves hands-on learning. We follow a Montessori-based approach to education, so we’re looking for a sitter who can engage him in activities that encourage independence and creativity.

It’s important to note that he has... More

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Why are in-home child care taxes important?

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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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