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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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$12–20/hr
De Forest, WI • 21 miles away

Experienced sitter needed for two young children with special needs.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We're looking for a babysitter to help with our two children, ages infant and toddler. The start date is flexible, but we’d like to begin around May 18th. You should have a car for transportation and experience with special needs and multiple children. Your tasks include feeding,... More

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$20–24/hr
Madison, WI • 25 miles away

Find a sitter with experience for my preschool child starting July 1.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We want a reliable babysitter to help with our preschool child. The job starts on July 1st, but we can be flexible with the start date. You will provide safety, supervision, and engaging activities. Multiple experience with young children is required. You will prepare simple snacks, assist with... More

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$20–22/hr
Madison, WI • 19 miles away

Babysitter needed for two young children from 3 PM to 11:30 PM.

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/31 - 08/01

3:00pm - 12:00am

Hi there! We are looking for a babysitter for two children, an infant and a toddler. You will help keep them safe and entertained from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM starting July 31st.

Having a car is necessary for this position. We are going to a wedding and the care will be at a hotel. Half the time, the... More

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$20–24/hr
Madison, WI • 23 miles away

Experienced babysitter needed for two young children with pets.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi there! We are looking for a babysitter to help with our two children, aged toddler and pre-school. The job starts on April 25th. You should feel comfortable around our small French bulldog, though the pet will not need any care from you.

Your main duties will include supervising playtime,... More

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$20–21/hr
Madison, WI • 25 miles away

Seeking a babysitter for two elementary school children from 3 PM to 10:30 PM.

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/09

3:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

Hello! We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our two elementary school children on May 9th. The hours are slightly flexible, but we need help from about 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Your main tasks will include preparing snack/dinner and engaging in fun activities. A positive attitude and a commitment to... More

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$15–22/hr
De Forest, WI • 21 miles away

Looking for Experienced Babysitter for Toddler Care

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are looking for a responsible babysitter for our toddler on April 22, 2026, from 8:30-1:30. The ideal candidate will have experience caring for small chikdren and must have their own car in case of emergency. Your main duties will include supervising playtime, preparing light snacks, and ensuring... More

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$20–30/hr
Madison, WI • 21 miles away

Babysitter needed for two young children starting April 24th.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello, we are looking for a reliable babysitter to help with our two children, ages infant and pre-school. The position starts on April 24th and requires someone who can provide supervision and assistance for their daily activities.

The ideal candidate has a car for any transportation needs and... More

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$20–24/hr
Madison, WI • 25 miles away

Date night babysitter needed for a preschooler starting April 11.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We’re looking for a responsible babysitter for our 5 year old boy the night of April 11th. The sitter needs to have a car or arrange their own transportation. We're a multi-lingual family, and can speak English or Spanish. Assuming this goes well, we'd like to have this be a recurring... More

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$20–24/hr
Madison, WI • 23 miles away

Babysitter needed for one elementary child starting April 25th.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We are looking for a babysitter for our child, who is in elementary school. The sitter needs to start on April 25th. The position requires someone who is comfortable with pets, as we have a large dog that needs playtime. A car is necessary for transportation. You'll engage with our child... More

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$20–22/hr
Madison, WI • 23 miles away

Seek a reliable sitter for my daycare pickup until I get home from work.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Help our family by watching our preschool child for two hours on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The job starts at 3:00 PM and ends at 5:00 PM, beginning on June 15th, with a flexible start date. You need to be comfortable with pets, as we have a large dog in the home. A reliable car is important for... More

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$10–15/hr
Madison, WI • 23 miles away

Babysitter needed for one elementary child with special needs.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello, we are looking for a babysitter to help with our child in elementary school. The schedule begins on February 20th, but it can be flexible to accommodate your availability.

The ideal candidate has a car and experience working with children with special needs. You will supervise playtime,... 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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Why are in-home child care taxes important?

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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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