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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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$22–28/hr
Black Diamond, WA • 18 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Toddlers with...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for two toddlers starting on June 23, 2025, with flexible start times. The hours are between 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, it will be between 4-8 hours at a time depending on the day.Responsibilities include engaging and supervising the... More

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$27–30/hr
Seattle, WA • 23 miles away

Part time sitter/driver for 9 year old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 9:30am (flexible)

We are a family in Queen Anne - mom, dad, 9 year old and two cats! Parents work from home and daughter will be entering 4th grade next year.

We need help with school pick up and drop offs for our daughter. Pick up would include driving her to after school activities. Occasional light meal prep and... More

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$19–31/hr
Seattle, WA • 25 miles away

Hello !!!!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family of 3
My husband is out of country now
We’re so nice and flexible

Take care of my girl while I’m working
Preparing meals baths and some housecleaning

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$10–30/hr
Renton, WA • 14 miles away

Need sitters

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We have two little ones one is here year and the other is 7 months old. Would like to find help for Tuesday and thursdays every week

Watch the babies provide food and play with them. May need to change diapers.

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$26–30/hr
Renton, WA • 17 miles away

Looking for a regular sitter for every...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 1:00am (flexible)

Hi I’ve 2 kids one is a little boy he’s 5 months old and a little girl she’s 2

I need a baby sitter for Saturday evenings around 6pm to 12/1am for date nights.My little girl loves to sing and dance she loves cocomelon, playing with her toys.Her bedtimes half 8/9 every night and sleeps till morning... More

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$10–20/hr
South Colby, WA • 17 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Preschooler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 3:00pm

We need a babysitter for one preschool-aged child on Fridays from 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM, starting on June 6, 2025. The ideal candidate has experience with a child on the spectrum and is comfortable with pets. You will prepare meals and snacks for the child, engage in fun activities, and ensure a safe... More

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$23–29/hr
Tacoma, WA • 7 miles away

Occasional sitter for north Tacoma family

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are a family of three (plus one cat!) in the north end of Tacoma looking for a sitter to help with the occasional date night.

Sitter should be comfortable with light meal prep, playing and interacting with our daughter, helping her use the potty (in the middle of potty training right now),... More

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$17–20/hr
Pacific, WA • 7 miles away

Caring babysitter needed for infant, meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 5:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our infant starting on August 1, 2025. The job requires availability from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. Responsibilities include ensuring the safety and well-being of our child, preparing meals and snacks, and engaging in age-appropriate... More

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$20–25/hr
Kent, WA • 14 miles away

Morning Mother's Helper Needed for Toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

SAHM seeking someone to help with the kids (ages 1 and 4) and light housekeeping while I take care of projects around the house during the summer. Flexible scheduling as we cannot offer very many hours. We have a very social cat so must be comfortable with her.

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$21–30/hr
Fircrest, WA • 9 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter starting on June 2025, for two children, ages toddler and elementary. The sitter will ensure the children are safe and engaged during care. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and driving the children as needed. The ideal... More

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$20–25/hr
Bellevue, WA • 21 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for our preschool child starting on a flexible date after July 21, 2025. The job runs from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. The sitter will supervise, engage, and play with our child, ensuring a safe and fun environment. Responsibilities include preparing simple... More

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$27–36/hr
Seattle, WA • 21 miles away

Babysitter Needed for One Preschool Child...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/04

12:00am - 8:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for our preschool child from July 4, 2025. The hours are from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. We are visiting from out of town for a wedding.The sitter will engage our child in play, provide snacks, and assist with bedtime. A valid driver's license and a car are required for... More

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$15–20/hr
Federal Way, WA • 3 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

I am seeking reliable, responsible, loving and caring babysitter for my infant daughter. I am a single mother of 1 and I will need a babysitter for short time for appointments, errands and things and for future needs up to 2 hours approximately or more. The caregiver will provide attentive care,... More

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$26–27/hr
Renton, WA • 14 miles away

COUNTRY CLUB SUMMER DREAM JOB ALERT! Day...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

We are looking for a fun, responsible, creative, and dedicated Camp Director at Fairwood Golf & Country Club!

As a Camp Director, you will be the go-to person for all things camp! Your job will include many responsibilities, all with the goal of creating a memorable and meaningful camp experience... More

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What are things child care providers do with kids?

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