Expected Annual Pay (Texas)
$26,982
Average salary range
Job Title
Home‑Based Childcare Provider
Job Outlook (Texas)
+12%
Employment growth
Level of Education Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum requirement
Credentials or Licenses Required
May require registration, listing, or licensure through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, depending on the type of home-based child care provided. Providers are typically required to maintain current pediatric CPR and first aid certification, complete required training, and pass background checks.
Licenses / Certificates
Work Experience Typically Required
Work experience may not be required to enter this role. Providers often have experience caring for children through family caregiving, babysitting, volunteer work, or employment in child care, school, or community-based settings.
Related experience needed
What is this role responsible for day to day?
A home‑based childcare provider cares for children in a home setting and is responsible for both child care and daily program operations. Day‑to‑day work includes:
- Supervising children in a safe, home‑based environment
- Planning and leading age‑appropriate activities
- Preparing meals and snacks
- Supporting children’s routines such as naps, play, and learning time
- Maintaining health, safety, and cleanliness standards
- Communicating regularly with families about children’s care and progress
Career Snapshots
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Maria
Maria began her career as an assistant teacher in a child care center and later earned training in child development, CPR, and first aid. After several years working with young children, she opened a home-based child care program to have more flexibility and build closer relationships with families. She hopes to expand her program, mentor new providers, and eventually serve as a community resource for other family child care businesses.
James
James started working in child care as a child care worker and gained experience supporting children of different ages and developmental needs. After completing required training and licensing requirements for a home-based program, he opened his own child care business to create the nurturing environment he had always envisioned. He plans to continue growing his program and may eventually open his own center-based child care.
Sasha
Sasha began her career as a nanny and developed strong skills in supporting children’s learning, routines, and individual needs. Wanting to serve more families while managing her own business, she completed the training and certifications needed to become a home-based child care provider and opened a family child care program. She sees home-based child care as a long-term career.
What are some skills or personal traits that people in this role typically have?
Home‑based childcare providers are patient, dependable, and organized. They work independently, manage multiple responsibilities, and build trusting relationships with children and families. They are attentive to safety and responsive to children’s needs.
What are some jobs that people had earlier in their careers?
People in this role often previously worked as:
People in this role often previously worked as:
- Child Care Worker
- Nanny or Babysitter
- Afterschool Staff Member
What are some jobs that people in this role have later in their careers?
With experience, people in this role may move into:
With experience, home‑based childcare providers may move into roles such as:
- Early Learning Program Owner
- Childcare Center Director
- Early Childhood Program Administrator