Child Care

FAQs for finding child care

What is the going rate for a child care provider on Care.com?

The average rate for hiring a child care provider on Care.com as of November, 2020 is $14.00 per hour. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, how much experience the child care provider has and the number of children to be watched. Other factors that may also influence the rate include the need for additional child care duties and any specialized care needs you have, such as overnight care.

How can I find someone to provide child care for my kids?

The first step is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids.

After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.

Is it safe to hire a child care provider during the Covid-19 pandemic?

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Care.com is giving child care providers the option of showing families that they have checked their household for fevers and are being proactive about their health. We can't make any guarantees about an individual's health, but we're hoping this can be the start of a conversation between you and your potential child care provider. You should also familiarize yourself with the official safety information from the CDC before anyone begins working in your home.