See if she will obtain a Tax ID instead so that she does not have to give out her SSN. It is easy to get a Tax ID on the IRS site.
https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/how-to-apply-for-an-ein
If the problem is that the sitter does not want to pay tax on their income and will not cooperate---you have a different problem. There should have been a clear understanding when you began to use the sitter that you would need tax information and would be seeking the childcare credit on your tax return. The sitter may get upset, and you may need to seek a new sitter.
When a childcare provider will not give you a SSN or Tax ID
If they still refuse to provide an EIN or SSN, send your provider a W-10 (Request for Taxpayer Information and Identification Number). You can get a copy of the W-10 by clicking here: W-10 Form & Instructions Complete as much of the form as you can and send it via certified mail (after making copies for yourself).
If the provider does not respond within 10 business days, you can still file your return. However, you won't be able to e-file. Print and mail in your return, along with an explanation and a copy of the W-10 you sent your provider.
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