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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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$20–24/hr
Portsmouth, VA • 18 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a dependable babysitter for our two children, an infant and a middle school student. The start date is flexible, beginning on May 30, 2025. The babysitter supervises playtime, prepares meals, assists with homework, and ensures safety. Experience with multiple children is essential. The... More

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$18–22/hr
Suffolk, VA • 12 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Middle...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 10:00am

We need a babysitter for one 15 year old girl with Down syndrome starting on June 9, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM. The ideal candidate has their own car, is comfortable around pets, and has experience with special needs. Responsibilities include ensuring the child’s... More

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$10–20/hr
Norfolk, VA • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 2 Children with...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a responsible babysitter for two children aged preschool and elementary, starting on May 27, 2025. The role involves supervising playtime, assisting with homework, preparing meals, and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets, has experience with special... More

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$20–24/hr
Newport News, VA • 11 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 5:00pm

We seek an experienced babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool, starting May 20, 2025. The schedule includes Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, and ensuring... More

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$10–18/hr
Norfolk, VA • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 3:30pm

We need a babysitter for one infant starting on June 2, 2025. The schedule includes Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The sitter must have their own car and experience with special needs and multiples. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, engaging in... More

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$19–20/hr
Williamsburg, VA • 25 miles away

A friendly Professional to assist with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 10:30am (flexible)

Busy mom just in need of someone to assist with my 4 year old who currently attends head start .
I need help with outdoor activities for my toddler

I need someone who drives and can assist with my 4 year old
And He will begin summer camp and it’s from (June 23 to July 23 )he will need to be... More

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$20–24/hr
Portsmouth, VA • 20 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 6:30pm

We seek a caring and responsible babysitter for our infant starting on May 26, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Saturday, from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The ideal candidate has experience with multiple infants, provides sick care, prepares meals and snacks, and performs light housekeeping duties. A... More

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$14–16/hr
Newport News, VA • 9 miles away

Join Us as a Summer Day Camp Counselor for...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm

KE Camps is a leading provider of country club summer day camps for children aged 4-12. With locations nationwide, we create a fun-filled environment where campers explore new activities, build friendships, and make lasting memories.

We’re seeking fun, responsible, creative, and dedicated Camp... More

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$10–22/hr
Hampton, VA • 16 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for our three children, aged elementary and middle school. The job starts on July 7, 2025, with flexible hours from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include driving the kids, preparing meals and snacks, helping with homework, providing sick... More

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$17–27/hr
Hampton, VA • 12 miles away

Provide Care and Support for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for our two children, ages toddler and preschool. The schedule includes Fridays, Saturdays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, starting May 5, 2025. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, assisting with toilet... More

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$15–21/hr
Hampton, VA • 16 miles away

Full time nanny needed to Engage and Care...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a responsible and caring babysitter for our toddler starting on May 2025. The position is flexible and runs from Monday to Friday and occasionally weekend , from 9:AM to 4 PM. Your main tasks include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and ensuring the child’s safety. You will... More

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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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