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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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$22–26/hr
Manassas, VA • 6 miles away

Part time sitter for my 1 year old daughter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hey my name is Agnes my daughter is Martha she’s 1 looking for someone for occasional date nights

Just help with her bedtime routine il usually fix dinner before I leave in she sleeps around 8

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$22–26/hr
Dumfries, VA • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Preschool Child with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting on June 20, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The babysitter provides care, engages in play, and supervises activities. They prioritize safety and well-being while following routines. The successful candidate has a... More

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$20–25/hr
Dumfries, VA • 22 miles away

Occasional childcare for an energetic 9...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Looking for childcare for an energetic 9 year old boy.
We are looking for an occasional sitter to watch our 9 year old grandson. We need someone who is honest, trustworthy, and fun. Basic duties include playing games, watching movies with him, and making sure he goes to bed on time. Someone who is... More

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$18–25/hr
Fairfax, VA • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a reliable babysitter starting on July 15, 2025, to care for our infant. Additional dates include 7/16, 7/23 & 7/25. The sitter must have their own car for transportation. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks for the child, maintaining a clean environment through... More

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$20–22/hr
Manassas, VA • 13 miles away

Driving help needed for afterschool swim...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family of 6; medical (2 RNs) and military :), we’ve lived in Manassas for almost two years. Daughter swims for university of Pittsburgh and son also is swimmer

I need someone to pick Josiah up in the afternoon and drop him off at his swim practice

Pick up would be Trinity Christian... More

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$15–20/hr
Vienna, VA • 21 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for two preschool-aged children from August 18, 2025. The schedule includes Monday to Friday, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM. The sitter will be required to get the kids on the bus that will come to the neighborhood.

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$15–18/hr
Chantilly, VA • 11 miles away

Pick and drop from summer classes week of...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Have 2 boys and live in Chantilly. Need a sitter to pick and drop from summer classes

Drop off at the class at 9:00 AM
Pick up at 3:00 PM

Just pick and drop from classes. Drop off at the class in the morning and then pick up in the afternoon

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$18–22/hr
Manassas, VA • 13 miles away

Safe driver needed for son starting in...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Youngest son - need help with driving to school in the mornings and if available, some afternoons to swim practice (can discuss if you’re avail for afternoons as well)

Total of 1 hour/day

Pick up from home and drop off at school M-F 07:00-08:00

Can pay per day or week/month
(Willing to... More

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$25–32/hr
Herndon, VA • 17 miles away

Seeking Reliable Care for Preschooler &...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi! We’re a warm, active family of four living in Herndon with two young children—a preschooler and a toddler—who are full of energy, curiosity, and a love for outdoor play. As working parents, we’re looking for a reliable, caring sitter we can call on occasionally to help care for our kids in the... More

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$10–25/hr
Manassas, VA • 13 miles away

caring babysitter needed for toddlers and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a responsible babysitter starting on June 22, 2025, for two young children, aged toddler and preschool. The sitter cares for them, engages in play, and supports learning activities. Experience with multiples is necessary, as is the ability to handle sick care and assist with bedtime... More

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$20–24/hr
Purcellville, VA • 25 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed to take care of...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter to care for two children, ages preschool and elementary. The start date is flexible, beginning around April 30, 2025. The babysitter must have their own car and will likely have to drive the kids to school. Tasks include supervising play, preparing simple meals, assisting with... More

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$20–20/hr
Clifton, VA • 14 miles away

Looking for a Saturday sitter occasionally...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Looking for help for our 15 yr old son on Saturdays occasionally from 2pm (or could push to 3 or 4pm) till @10pm …and Friday evenings 4pm (can push to 5pm) till @10pm

Additional days/nights on occasion as well (if available).

Our son is mildly autistic-high functioning, fun to watch. Must... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

How can child care providers make extra money?

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