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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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$18–23/hr
Chehalis, WA • 6 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter for 3 Young...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a reliable babysitter to care for three children: a preschooler, a toddler, and an infant. Responsibilities include engaging with the kids through activities, preparing snacks, and ensuring their safety. Must be comfortable with pets, have your own car for transportation, and have... More

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$20–22/hr
Lacey, WA • 22 miles away

Looking for a sitter for date night...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/04

8:00am - 1:00pm

She’s a very chill baby. Diaper changes, bottles, reading. Id love someone who spoke either Arabic or Spanish.

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$22–26/hr
Olympia, WA • 25 miles away

Looking for a Babysitter for a Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a babysitter starting February 20, 2026, for our toddler. The schedule is flexible. You will care for one child and may need to supervise playtime, prepare simple snacks, and help with bedtime routines. You must be comfortable with pets in the home. Please apply if you have experience with... More

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$22–26/hr
Olympia, WA • 25 miles away

Flexible babysitter needed for child care...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We are looking for a responsible babysitter for our toddler. The start date is flexible, but we would like someone to begin on February 21st.

The right person needs to be comfortable around pets as we have a small maltipoo, which does not require care. A driver’s license and access... More

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$21–25/hr
Olympia, WA • 22 miles away

Seeking Babysitter with Car for Fun,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! I’m looking for a babysitter for my elementary-aged child. It would be every other Tuesday from 4am to 8am, and would require driving my son to school in tenino from Lacey area. Reason is I leave for work by 4:30 am.

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$15–25/hr
Lacey, WA • 22 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for 3 Children...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our three children, aged preschool to junior-high. The start date is flexible, with the first evening needed on January 29, 2026, for the evening. This will be for date nights (3-4hours) and just needing to make sure kids go to bed. You should have your... More

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$21–25/hr
Yelm, WA • 22 miles away

Occasional Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a reliable babysitter to care for our toddler starting on February 22, 2026, at 6 am until 8:15 pm.The role includes supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate must be comfortable around pets. Experience with toddlers is preferred.... More

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$21–22/hr
Centralia, WA • Less than a mile

Babysitter Needed for 2 Infant and Toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hi! We’re looking for a babysitter to help with our two children, ages infant and toddler. The job starts on January 19, 2026, but we can be flexible with the start date. The schedule includes Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

The ideal candidate has a car for running... More

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$19–20/hr
Olympia, WA • 25 miles away

Seeking Babysitter with Car for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello,

We’re looking for a babysitter to help with our preschool child. This role requires someone with experience supporting special needs. You must have a car for easy transportation.

The start date is January 13, 2026, but we can be flexible. You will engage with our child through play,... More

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$21–30/hr
Yelm, WA • 22 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our toddler. The start date is flexible, with hours on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 12:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Responsibilities include engaging in playtime, preparing light snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. Experience with toddlers is preferred.... More

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$11–20/hr
Yelm, WA • 22 miles away

Reliable babysitter needed for 3 kids,...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! I am looking for a reliable babysitter for our three children, aged preschool and elementary. You will start around January 26, 2026, but we can adjust the start date. The schedule includes weekdays from 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Your responsibilities involve supervising playtime, preparing meals,... More

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$21–25/hr
Yelm, WA • 22 miles away

Babysitter needed for two preschool and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We want a reliable babysitter for two children, aged preschool and elementary. The start date is January 6, 2026. You’ll supervise playtime, help with homework, and prepare snacks. It’s important that you have a car, as you may need to drive the kids to activities or the park.

You’ll create a safe... More

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