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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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$14–18/hr
Mercedes, TX • Less than a mile

Experienced Babysitter Needed for 5 Kids,...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello sitters! We're looking for a reliable person to help with our five children, ranging from infant to middle school. The job starts on November 5, 2025, but we can adjust the start date. You’ll work flexible hours, from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, any day of the week. We're seeking someone with... More

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$13–17/hr
Weslaco, TX • 4 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for 3 Children...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We're looking for a reliable babysitter for our three children, ages toddler and elementary. You must have a car and previous experience with multiple kids. The job starts on November first, 2025, but we can be flexible with the start date. Your responsibilities include supervising... More

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$10–14/hr
Harlingen, TX • 12 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Hello! We want a reliable babysitter for two elementary school children. You'll need to have your own car and multiple years of experience with kids. The job runs from October 27, 2025, Monday to Friday, starting at 5:00 PM and ending at 8:00 PM. Your tasks include supervising playtime, helping with... More

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$10–12/hr
Harlingen, TX • 12 miles away

Babysitter Needed For Two Preschool Kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

Hello! We’re looking for a babysitter to help with our two preschool-aged children. This position runs from October 20, 2025, Monday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM.

The ideal candidate has a car for transportation. You will supervise playtime, prepare snacks, and support the kids in their... More

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$14–18/hr
Donna, TX • 8 miles away

Babysitter needed for infant, flexible...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

Hi there! We want a babysitter for our infant. This position involves watching one child and providing a safe, engaging environment. The sitter needs to speak Spanish and has a car for transportation.

The schedule starts on April 1, 2026, but the start date is flexible. The hours are from 1:30 PM... More

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$14–15/hr
McAllen, TX • 20 miles away

“Sit with my toddler during weekdays from...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 7:00pm

Hi! We’re looking for a babysitter for our toddler. This position starts on October 15, 2025. You will work from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Your main tasks include supervising playtime, preparing meals, and ensuring safety. You will also help with daily routines like nap time and... More

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$10–16/hr
Pharr, TX • 16 miles away

Babysitter Needed for One Preschool Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 1:00am (flexible)

Hi! We need a babysitter for our preschool child. The job starts around October 13, 2025, but we can adjust the start date. The hours are flexible, typically from 4pm to 9pm, on Monday through Saturday. A reliable car is a must for transportation. Your main tasks include supervising playtime,... More

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$14–20/hr
Edinburg, TX • 18 miles away

Seeking Multilingual Babysitter for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our infant starting around October 7, 2025. The schedule includes Thursdays, Fridays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM. The sitter must have their own car, speak Spanish, and be comfortable with pets. We want someone who is caring and... More

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$10–11/hr
McAllen, TX • 20 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for 3 Children...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm

Seeking a part-time babysitter who’s naturally clean, organized, and mindful with household items and food. Responsibilities include preparing simple meals (after school + Saturday breakfast/lunch), light tidying on Saturdays, and homework help. Must be reliable, respectful, and preferably have own... 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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