How much does it cost for nannies to use Sittercity?

Nannies can create detailed profiles, search and apply to jobs, message with families, and book interviews for free on Sittercity. Nannies 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 nannies as well.

How much do nannies make?

According to the latest Sittercity data, nannies in the US typically charge $19.00 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.

Why are nanny 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.

What career opportunities do I have as a nanny?

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.

When do nannies work?

Depending on the job responsibilities and schedules negotiated with the family, nannies could work at any time. This includes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or at night. And on weekdays or on the weekend.

How do nannies find jobs?

On Sittercity, nannies 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 nannies will also negotiate a contract with families to make sure the details of the job are clear on both sides.

What are things nannies do with kids?

There are a lot of fun things that nannies do with kids. Both indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts projects, baking, sports, and field trips.

How can nannies make extra money?

There are a few ways that nannies can make some extra income. They 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.

$15–17/hr
Sacramento, CA • 24 miles away

Full time sitter for a 7 month baby

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello,

Looking for part time sitter for a 7 month old baby (2 to 3 times a week 5 hours a day)

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$26–28/hr
Sacramento, CA • 18 miles away

Fulltime sitter formybtwo babies

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School More...

Single father with two kids ages 3 and 4. Need help fast. Currently working as a far by truck driver so need help early as 3:00 am
Need sitter to watch my babies while I go to work from 3am-3:30 pm. Trying to find something asap.

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$20–25/hr
Sacramento, CA • 24 miles away

Backup care nannies needed in Sacramento...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School More...

Hi, Quality Nanny Placements is currently hiring on call/temp nannies in the Sacramento CA area. We offer: Competitive hourly rates Free CPR/First Aid training & flexible schedules.
If you would be interested in hearing more about our agency and backup care program, please respond with a contact... More

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$20–25/hr
Stockton, CA • 22 miles away

Backup care nannies needed in Stockton CA...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School More...

Hi, Quality Nanny Placements is currently hiring on call/temp nannies in the Stockton CA area. We offer: Competitive hourly rates Free CPR/First Aid training & flexible schedules.
If you would be interested in hearing more about our agency and backup care program, please respond with a contact... More

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$14–17/hr
Elk Grove, CA • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 kids (1 toddler and...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Weekday Evenings Day-time Weekdays

we are a family of four which includes a 14month old and an 8 year old.
we need someone that can pick up our daughter in school (she's in 2nd grade), bring her back home while caring for our son. we work long hours and would like someone that can take care of kids with feeding, helping with homework... More

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$29–33/hr
Sacramento, CA • 24 miles away

Full time Nanny needed

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Nanny for a 6 month old needed. Need someone that is reliable. Need to be available 7:30-5. Please review

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$10–15/hr
Sacramento, CA • 16 miles away

part time nanny for 5 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

hi! me and my partner are looking for someone to watch our 5 month old.
we are looking for a sitter to come at 8:15am 5 days out of the week until 1:15 pm on two days and until 5:30pm on the other 3 days

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$16–23/hr
Sacramento, CA • 22 miles away

Sitter Seeking

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Single mom working FT with summer then potentially more need to find "best fit" for my 4 year olds...potentially regular and/or in emergency care
Watch children and monitor safety first; comes highly recommended and be okay with small 12 year old dog in home

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$26–28/hr
Sacramento, CA • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed to Toddlers

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are a family of four located in East Sac. We are looking for a nanny to watch our one year old daughter. Our oldest (~3 YO son) is in preschool M-Th. We keep him home on Fridays. We are a pet (cat) friendly home. The hours are Tuesday-Friday from 8am to 4:30pm (36 hours a week). We offer health... More

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Full time sitter for a 7 month baby

Full time sitter for a 7 month baby

Fulltime sitter formybtwo babies

Fulltime sitter formybtwo babies

Backup care nannies needed in Sacramento...

Backup care nannies needed in Sacramento...

Backup care nannies needed in Stockton CA...

Backup care nannies needed in Stockton CA...

Part time sitter for 2 kids (1 toddler and...

Part time sitter for 2 kids (1 toddler and...

Full time Nanny needed

Full time Nanny needed

part time nanny for 5 month old

part time nanny for 5 month old

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Sitter Seeking

Nanny Needed to Toddlers

Nanny Needed to Toddlers

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How much do nannies make?

Why are nanny taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a nanny?

When do nannies work?

How do nannies find jobs?

What are things nannies do with kids?

How can nannies make extra money?

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