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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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$10–18/hr
Newport News, VA • 9 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter starting on July 5, 2025, for one toddler. The sitter prepares meals and snacks, assists with toilet training, and follows a bedtime routine. They must have experience with children and caring for multiples. The sitter needs their own car for transportation. This role involves... More

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$10–15/hr
Suffolk, VA • 20 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler on Thursdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 1:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for one toddler starting on June 21, 2025. The hours are 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Thursdays and Saturdays. Must be OK with teaching toddler numbers letters colors shapes. We are no TV family so must be OK with engaging with my son the whole time I am okay with you bringing... More

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$10–20/hr
Suffolk, VA • 12 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for One Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a caring babysitter for one preschool-aged child, starting June 18, 2025. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing healthy snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. The babysitter will engage the child in educational activities, encourage creativity, and foster social skills.... More

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$15–19/hr
Suffolk, VA • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler, Meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 3:00pm

Hello! We’re looking for a babysitter starting July 7, 2025, from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM. (Hours still vary but will be full time position) for Monday to Friday, occasionally on Saturdays as well. For our baby boy Berto. He’s the most sweetest, funniest little guy you’ll meet. We do have 2 fur babies as... More

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$13–15/hr
Newport News, VA • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for my 3 yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

We’re a family of 4. I have 2 boys a 3 yr old and 7 yr old who’s very independent.

Sitter responsible will be helping with potty training and helping with learning classes online.

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$15–24/hr
Newport News, VA • 11 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Preschooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We’re a loving, hands-on family seeking an occasional sitter to care for our 3-year-old child. We’re looking for someone reliable, nurturing, and respectful who can become a trusted extension of our parenting team for short periods of time.

Schedule & Hours Needed:
This is not a full-time or... More

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$15–20/hr
Hampton, VA • 12 miles away

Occasional Sitter for energetic but...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Military parent looking for an occasional sitter for my 6 year old child.

Needed for school drop off for occasional duty days, bedtime routine for evening watches, as well as Occasional Date evening/nights from time to time.

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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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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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