Find a Child Care Job in Melissa, TX

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.

Search for jobs, message families, and build a career you love—all for free

JOIN NOW

$10–20/hr
Frisco, TX • 14 miles away

Looking for an enthusiastic babysitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We're looking for a warm, reliable babysitter to help care for our 3 y/o daughter starting around June 16, 2025 (we can be flexible on the start date). The role involves more than just babysitting - we're hoping to find someone who enjoys engaging kids in fun, educational activities, can prepare... More

See Full Job Details

$25–35/hr
Sachse, TX • 21 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for two children, a toddler and a preschooler, starting on July 1, 2025, with a flexible start date. The ideal candidate has experience caring for multiple children. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, managing... More

See Full Job Details

$10–20/hr
Anna, TX • 5 miles away

Looking for date night sitters

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are the Evans family . Our kids are self sufficient. They do most things for themselves. Looking for dependable fun sitter for date nights .

Most Jobs’s the kids will be preparing for bed or winding down . So just enjoy watching our kids and make them feel comfortable.

See Full Job Details

$10–11/hr
Aubrey, TX • 23 miles away

Babysitter needed for preschool child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 7:00pm

We need a babysitter for our preschool-aged child every Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, starting on June 18, 2025. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks, ensures a safe environment, and engages our child in fun and educational activities. Other duties include assisting with daily routines,... More

See Full Job Details

$10–15/hr
McKinney, TX • 8 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We seek a babysitter to care for one preschool-aged child. The job starts on June 18, 2025, but the start date is flexible. The hours are from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Monday to Friday. The ideal candidate has experience caring for multiple children and is comfortable engaging with young children... More

See Full Job Details

$18–22/hr
Richardson, TX • 24 miles away

One time sitter for one 3 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/02 - 08/03

5:00pm - 12:00am (flexible)

Hello! We just moved here from Virginia and we’re looking for a one time sitter to take care of our 3 year old son while we go to a concert.

My little one usually has dinner around 5:30-6, I will prepare something ahead of time that can be warmed while we’re gone. He goes to bed around 7 so we... More

See Full Job Details

$18–22/hr
Plano, TX • 17 miles away

Summer driving help for kids' activities

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

Hi! We are a family with three kids who need help driving kids to/from extra-curricular activities.
All activities are <10 miles from our home in Central Plano and do not require tollway driving. Earliest pick-up time is 9am and latest drop-off is 9pm.
We have options for regular weekly schedules... More

See Full Job Details

$16–17/hr
Frisco, TX • 14 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler on Mondays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler on Mondays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, starting June 9, 2025. The sitter will engage our child in play and educational activities, assist with toilet training, and provide tutoring support as needed. The candidate must have their own car for... More

See Full Job Details

$10–18/hr
Plano, TX • 18 miles away

Part time sitters for two lovely and sweet...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are a family of four and are expecting a baby soon. We are simple minded, loving and caring family.

We would like the nanny to help us with the following:

Light house chores
Helping our kids with potty training
Help preparing kids snacks
Playing and educating our little ones

See Full Job Details

$15–16/hr
Little Elm, TX • 23 miles away

Looking for part-time experienced and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi,
My name is Ebony and I’m looking for a sitter for my energetic 2 and 3 year olds. They are walking, talking and full of life! They keep me busy!

I am looking for an occasional to weekly sitter that has experience >1 year with multiple children. Experience in a childcare setting, Assistance... More

See Full Job Details

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?

Child care jobs in your area

Top cities

Atlanta Austin Baltimore Boston Charlotte Chicago Cleveland Columbus Dallas Denver Detroit Hartford Houston Los Angeles Miami Minneapolis New York City Philadelphia Phoenix Portland San Diego San Francisco Seattle Tampa Washington D.C.

By state

Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut District of Columbia Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Missisippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming

Find a Child Care Job in Melissa, TX

Refine Results

Other Care Types

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?

Child care jobs in your area

Top cities

By state