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.

$11–18/hr
Wendell, NC • 5 miles away

Part time nanny needed for a 9 month old...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekday Evenings After School Day-time Weekdays More...

Hello,

My name is Danielle and I’m married with 2 children 12 and 9 months. And I’m expecting my 3rd in August 2024. I’m looking for someone to care for my 9 month old during the day a few days a week. And will eventually need help with my newborn.

Make breakfast, get him dressed for the day,... More

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$15–24/hr
Raleigh, NC • 17 miles away

Looking for a nanny for a native NYC baby!

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We recently moved to Raleigh from NYC after my husband got a job in the research triangle. We are new to the area but love Raleigh already!
My maternity leave ends July 15 and we need a nanny to watch our soon-to-be four month old son, Boden. I will be working remotely so I will be home, but we... More

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$25–29/hr
Raleigh, NC • 21 miles away

Part Time to Full Time Nanny & House Manager

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking to start part-time (2 days a week, 16 hrs/wk, can be flexible) and then transition to full-time nanny (no later than end of Oct, 40 hrs/wk) for 3 mo old and house manager duties.
We're near Wake Forest, NC 27587.

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$22–26/hr
Raleigh, NC • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 energetic kids...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hi! We are visiting my mom in Raleigh for the summer (July/August) . We have 2 kids, son is 6 (almost 7), and daughter is 3 (almost 4). Looking for someone a couple of days a week to help watch the kids and play with them and stay with them if we need to run errands.
Would need sitter to engage kids... More

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$20–31/hr
Raleigh, NC • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic kiddos...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

We are a family of 4with a pitbull huksy and both mama and daddy are entrepreneurs, work from home.
We need someone to be here entertaining the kiddos while we take calls and make sure they are stimulated with outdoors and indoors activities. We can come up with a schedule for it,

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$15–20/hr
Raleigh, NC • 17 miles away

Part-Time Nanny/Mother's Aide for 2 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Our family is in search of a part-time nanny/mother’s aide. We're looking for someone to start twice a week from mid-June (approximately 4 hours each day), and then transition to 3-4 times a week from mid-August (7 hours per day). The pay rate will range from $15 to $20 per hour, depending on... More

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$10–11/hr
Smithfield, NC • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for two elementary age...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School

Fun loving family seeking an afterschool sitter for two elementary age kids.
Need someone to pick up in carpool and bring home, help get them settled from a long day at school, unload backpacks and lunches, help complete homework and studies.
Capool starts at 2:30pm and mom and dad would be home... More

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$10–25/hr
Raleigh, NC • 13 miles away

Full Time sitter for 1 toddler (3 years old)

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

In need of nanny/sitter through out the week between the hours 8am- 7pm
Make meals and education activities. She's 3 and very independent, atleast take 2-3 hours out the day and do work pages in the activity books.

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$20–25/hr
Raleigh, NC • 15 miles away

Part-time summer sitter for 6 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School

My partner and I welcomed our first child in January. We have thoroughly enjoyed watching her grow and develop a personality as we begin this new chapter in our lives. Prior to her arrival, it was just my partner, our dog and me. Our dog is a good boy who loves to play, but he is still adjusting to... More

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$10–15/hr
Raleigh, NC • 15 miles away

Indian Nanny Preferred

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Need to pass background checks.

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$10–15/hr
Wendell, NC • 5 miles away

Nanny for an adorable 4 month-old!

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We have one baby girl who is very sweet-tempered! We also have three cats, so it’s important that our nanny is comfortable around cats and not allergic.
A typical day right now includes feeding her 3-4 bottles of milk, playing/tummy time, reading, and taking her for a walk in her stroller. She... More

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$15–18/hr
Raleigh, NC • 17 miles away

Part-time nanny for energetic, happy 8m old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking for a reliable part-time nanny (W-F, 8:30AM-4:30PM) starting in Jul-Dec 2024, possible extension into 2025.

Responsibility includes: changing diapers, prepare/clean bottles, bottle feed and/or solids, replenish changing table when low, clean/sanitize play area/nursery, read stories, daily... More

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$10–23/hr
Raleigh, NC • 20 miles away

Sunday Care

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

Hi I need someone to care for my 3 year old son on Sundays from 7am to 6pm beginning May 5th 2024. Making breakfast and lunch for him. My work schedule makes it almost impossible to find care on Sundays. I work Sunday - Wednesday in Durham and am looking for regular Sunday care and potentially... More

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$20–25/hr
Wake Forest, NC • 13 miles away

Nanny for 10 month baby girl

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Evenings

My husband is a travel dentist and I work from home with our 10 month old baby girl Daryn Joy (DJ)

Watch baby while mom works. Put baby down for naps. Ideally, we would like our nanny to be open to travel at times. Travel compensation would be given. We would like our nanny to help promote her... More

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