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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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$27–31/hr
Seattle, WA • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant, Meal Prep,...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/13

3:00pm - 11:00pm

We need a babysitter for one infant from July 13, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The sitter cares for the child, ensuring safety, comfort, and happiness. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, engaging in playtime, and following a bedtime routine. The ideal candidate feels comfortable... More

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$27–33/hr
Seattle, WA • 20 miles away

Seeking regular morning babysitter

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a family of 5 with two working parents. We’re looking for someone who can be an extension of the family and help us get out the door in the morning.
We are looking for someone who can get my 3 kids fed, dressed, and dropped off at school/daycare in the morning. While we’ll usually be around... More

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$15–20/hr
Bremerton, WA • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for One Child

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

We need a babysitter for our elementary-aged child on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, starting June 24, 2025. The ideal candidate is has experience working with children with special needs, even better if they’re familiar with PDA ASD/ADHD. Responsibilities include preparing meals... More

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$10–25/hr
Lacey, WA • 25 miles away

Looking for dependable transportation for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 9:00am

Hello, I am a mother of an amazing 11 year old girl, I work as a nurse and she just got into a private school for highly capable children. We just moved to the area and are very excited to be here.

Transportation to and from school. The school is approx 15 min from our place.

One week it is... More

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$27–31/hr
Seattle, WA • 22 miles away

Nurturing Babysitter Needed for Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for our infant with a flexible start date. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The babysitter cares for one child, preparing meals and snacks and assisting with light laundry. Responsibilities include changing diapers,... More

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$25–31/hr
Newcastle, WA • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler, Monday to...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for a toddler from May 27, 2025, Monday to Friday, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM or 7:30am - 9:30am. The sitter watches and engages the child in safe and fun activities. The role may include picking up the child from daycare location and handling light laundry tasks. The... More

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$15–25/hr
Seattle, WA • 19 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Preschooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting on May 23, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable around pets (two dogs, both trained and love people). Experience with children with low grade autism and some speech... More

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$28–32/hr
Seattle, WA • 25 miles away

3 year old needs caretaker on case by case...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Me and my partner are requesting a caretaker for our 3 year old, but as needed, for support on evenings and weekends.

We are looking for a babysitter/nanny for our two year old.
We often need extra support for care and are considering eventually finding a nanny.
Responsibilities:
1. Support... More

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$21–30/hr
Fircrest, WA • 10 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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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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