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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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$21–25/hr
Henrico, VA • 20 miles away

Babysitter needed for two kids with a car, starting July 1st

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

Hello, we’re looking for a reliable babysitter for two children aged preschool and elementary. The job starts on July 1st, every Tuesday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You must have a car and feel comfortable around dogs, as we have a pet at home. Your main tasks include supervising playtime, helping... More

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$21–25/hr
Glen Allen, VA • 24 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Two Young Children Starting June 27th

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello, we want a babysitter for our two children, who are in preschool and toddler age. The start date is June 27th, but we can be flexible. You must have a car and experience with multiple children. Your main duties include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and helping with nap routines. You... More

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$21–25/hr
Rockville, VA • 14 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Church - Fridays June-July

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

A church in Rockville, Virginia is seeking child care providers for weekly Friday services from June 5 – July 31, 2026.
Schedule: Fridays | 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM EDT
Pay: $20/hr
Whether you’re looking for a fun side job, flexible weekday work, or a meaningful way to earn extra income, this is a... More

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$21–23/hr
Henrico, VA • 21 miles away

Looking for a reliable sitter for my toddler every week

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 6:00pm

Help our family by providing safe and engaging care for our toddler. The schedule includes Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, starting on June 22nd.

You will create a fun and stimulating environment, plan activities, and prepare meals and snacks. Good communication is... More

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$25–29/hr
Louisa, VA • 21 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter for Infant with Car and Pet Comfort

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on June 25, 2026, at 6:00 AM. The sitter must have their own car, experience with multiple children, and be comfortable around pets. Responsibilities include caring for the baby, ensuring safety, feeding, and engaging in age-appropriate... More

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$25–29/hr
Louisa, VA • 21 miles away

Seeking a sitter with a car, for one preschool child, Monday to Friday

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm

Hello! We need a friendly babysitter for our preschool child. The job starts on July 13th, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. You should have experience with young children and own a car for potential outings. Our home has a small Yorkshire Terrier, so you must feel comfortable around... More

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$17–25/hr
Glen Allen, VA • 24 miles away

Special Needs Nanny/Babysitter Position

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

I am seeking a caring and dependable nanny/babysitter to help care for my two foster sons, ages 13 and 16. Both boys have autism and ADHD, and my 16-year-old is nonverbal. I am looking for someone who is compassionate, patient, kind, responsible, and able to provide safe, supportive care.
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$21–25/hr
Henrico, VA • 24 miles away

Seeking reliable babysitter for two children, ages infant and elementary

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

We want a reliable babysitter for our two children, ages infant and elementary. The schedule starts on July 1st, though we can be flexible with the start date. You will work Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

We need someone with experience caring for children with special needs... More

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$21–25/hr
Rockville, VA • 14 miles away

Church Childcare wanted- Fridays from June to July

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

A church in Rockville, Virginia is seeking child care providers for weekly Friday services from June 5 – July 31, 2026.
Schedule:
Fridays | 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM EDT
Pay: $20/hr
Whether you’re looking for a fun side job, flexible weekday work, or a meaningful way to earn extra income, this is a... More

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$20–25/hr
Louisa, VA • 21 miles away

Babysitter needed for two children, ages infant and toddler, on Tuesdays

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 6:00pm

We're looking for a reliable babysitter to help us on Tuesdays, starting May 26th. The hours are from 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM. You will take care of two children, one infant and one toddler.

You need to be comfortable around pets, as we have a cat in our home. However, no pet care is required. Your... More

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$21–25/hr
Rockville, VA • 14 miles away

Babysitter needed for two children, ages toddler and elementary

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

Hi there! We are looking for a babysitter to help with our two children, aged toddler and elementary. The job starts on August 17th and runs Monday through Friday, from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM. You should be comfortable around our large dog, a Doberman Pinscher, though no pet care is needed. A reliable... 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?

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