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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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$10–23/hr
Morris, IL • 16 miles away

Full of Time sitter for two year-old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm

single father I need someone to watch child while at work. I have my son Monday through Friday so I need someone to watch him during my regular work hours. I work for 10 hour shifts.
I need them to watch them while I’m at work. Only thing I’m requiring is the basic babysitting skills

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$14–24/hr
Plainfield, IL • 10 miles away

Occasional date night sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We are a family of 4 and my husband and I have 2 beautiful boys ages 5 and 2! Our favorite things to do together are movie nights, playing outside and traveling. My oldest son is starting 1st grade in the fall and my youngest gets promoted to the 3s class in a couple months. We feel so blessed to... More

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$15–20/hr
Lockport, IL • 12 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for Lovely 7 Month Old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello ? We’re a loving trio compromised of Mom, Dad, and our beautiful baby girl. Mom devotes her time caring for the little one, but sometimes needs a few hours/day off. Dad works a demanding job and enjoys to golf on his free time. Our little wonder is very sweet, charming, and growing so fast... More

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$19–23/hr
Wheaton, IL • 24 miles away

Part time baby sitter for infant starting...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a nanny for our baby due in October. Start date would realistically be around January or February. We have a 3 year old dog named Ada as well.
Both parents WFH, but have fairly demanding jobs and need some uninterrupted time. We would like someone to be available 4-6 hours a day, but it... More

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$20–24/hr
Hinsdale, IL • 23 miles away

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter Needed For Soon...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Hi there! We are seeking a nanny/babysitter for our soon to be 5th grade daughter.
Responsibilities include getting our daughter to and from after camp/school activities and sports, homework help when needed and lots of play time. Animal lovers please apply! We have 2 adorable pugs and 4 super cute... More

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$15–20/hr
Willow Springs, IL • 22 miles away

A sitter as needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

We are Sahar and Ahmed and we have a 1-year-old son, Malik. We are looking for a sitter as needed

Taking care of our son, while teaching him new things, cleaning him, and feeding him. Cooking is a plus

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$13–23/hr
Romeoville, IL • 9 miles away

Regular sitter for two kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

Hi my name is Karen.
I have 2 kids ages 8 and five.
I’m looking for a regular sitter.

Start time would be 5am.
My sons bus comes to the home @8am
My daughter would need to be dropped off at daycare @9am
Pickup for my daughter would be @4pm
My son would arrive home from the bus around... More

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$13–20/hr
Romeoville, IL • 9 miles away

Sitter needed for two kids age 8 and 5

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

Hello, my name is Karen.
I have two wonderful kids aged 8 and 5.

Looking for a regular sitter!
Reliability is key as my schedule relies on it.
Start date is May 15 and my schedule is not everyday it’s specific days that I can discuss.

atleast one weekend which will be all day care... More

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$13–24/hr
Minooka, IL • 7 miles away

Part-time sitter for two toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

I am looking to find someone caring to help with my one year old daughter and 4 year old boy!
I would love to welcome someone caring and patient who enjoys playing with my children.
Minooka, IL

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$23–35/hr
Naperville, IL • 18 miles away

Occasional help needed for three kids

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/11

5:00am - 5:00pm

We are a family of 5! Faith and family are everything to us. We look forward to meeting you.
Watch three kids! Prepare meals/snacks, have kids pick up after themselves etc
We live in Naperville

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$15–18/hr
Hinsdale, IL • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 month old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

Hello! We are first time parents to a wonderful little boy that will be 3 months by the time I return to work.

We are seeking care for our baby one to two times a week with possibility of more days. Flexibility is important. Position can be split by two people if needed. I will let you know of... More

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$10–50/hr
Aurora, IL • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/16

6:30am - 1:30pm

Single mom would welcome help with toddler during family outings to allow me to set up tables, prep meals
Play with him, change diaper, feed, walks and supervised active play during outings
Locations will change as we entertain and organize meals in different areas, but would remain within 1h30min... More

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$11–15/hr
Joliet, IL • 5 miles away

Part time for 3 boys afternoon

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Need someone to get them off the bus after school and stay till Dad comes home might have to take to after school activity

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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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