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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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$20–26/hr
Olympia, WA • 17 miles away

Caregiver needed for infant; must have car...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a babysitter for one infant starting from September 12, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter cares for the child by feeding, changing, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets and has a reliable car for transportation. Duties include... More

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$20–24/hr
Shelton, WA • Less than a mile

Responsible caregiver needed for three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a great babysitter for 3 children in Shelton. We would prefer a babysitter who has their own car, who does not smoke, who is comfortable with pets and who is CPR certified. You must be a reliable, trustworthy and kind person. We are a Christian family. We have 2 nanny cams in our... More

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$20–24/hr
Lacey, WA • 19 miles away

Looking for a on call sitter for my 6...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are seeking a caring and dependable on-call babysitter for our 6-month-old baby girl, starting on or after September 8, 2025. This occasional role may include daytime, evening, or night shifts, so flexibility and reliability are essential. Duties include bottle feeding, introducing solids, diaper... More

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$20–24/hr
Olympia, WA • 18 miles away

Caregiver Needed for 2 Elementary Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00pm

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for two elementary-aged children from November 3, 2025. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The babysitter will supervise activities, help with homework, and prepare light meals. Experience with special needs... More

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$10–17/hr
Olympia, WA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a reliable babysitter to care for our infant starting on September 16, 2025. The babysitter will provide attentive supervision, change diapers, prepare bottles, and engage in play to support developmental growth. A valid driver's license and access to a car are required for possible outings... More

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$20–24/hr
Olympia, WA • 18 miles away

Caring babysitter for preschooler and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We need a reliable babysitter to care for our two children, a preschooler and an infant. When we need basis. You must have your own car and be comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include supervising play, preparing meals, engaging in activities, and ensuring a safe environment. We value someone... More

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$20–25/hr
Olympia, WA • 21 miles away

Experienced Nanny for 14 month old in our...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a reliable, mature, experienced nanny that we can count on. We aren't just looking for a caregiver-someone who can become an extended member of our family. Can create an environment that everyone feels a little less overwhelmed. -Arrive when scheduled -Provide attentive loving... More

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$15–18/hr
Belfair, WA • 20 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Three Kids, Ages...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for three children aged elementary and junior high. The schedule is flexible, starting on August 27, 2025, from 3:30 PM to 9:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The sitter must have a car, be comfortable with pets, and possess experience caring for multiple children.... More

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$20–24/hr
Olympia, WA • 13 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our infant starting August 18, 2025. The sitter ensures the child’s safety and well-being, feeds and changes the infant as needed, and engages in age-appropriate activities. The sitter also helps with daily routines and can manage any pet interactions... More

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$10–25/hr
Lacey, WA • 19 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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Why are in-home child care taxes important?

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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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