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.

$10–22/hr
San Diego, CA • 21 miles away

Nanny Needed for Laundry Duties

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Hello, we are looking for assistance w. putting away laundry. We have 6 children and will need help w. Light washing, mainly folding, organizing and putting away laundry

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$18–22/hr
San Diego, CA • 19 miles away

Nanny Cares for Infant, Prepares Meals and...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny for our infant starting on June 23, 2025, with flexibility in the start date. The job includes daytime hours on weekdays. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks for the child, ensuring a safe and clean environment, engaging in age-appropriate activities, and... More

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$18–19/hr
Escondido, CA • 9 miles away

Nanny Needed for 1 Infant, Tues & Thurs...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring nanny for our infant, starting in early July for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8am-4pm. Responsibilities include feeding, diaper changing, and engaging the child in age-appropriate activities. The nanny will ensure a safe environment, monitor developmental milestones, and provide... More

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$10–20/hr
San Diego, CA • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Elementary Age...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring and reliable nanny for our two elementary-aged children. The job begins around June 9, 2025, with flexible start times during daytime weekdays. Responsibilities include supervising play, helping with homework, preparing snacks, and organizing fun activities. The nanny ensures... More

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$18–22/hr
Oceanside, CA • 7 miles away

Spartan racing, trail running, full-time...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are a fun, loving, adventurous family with two little girls. Our toddler goes to preschool two days a week. We are a (mostly) screen, free family. We love to be silly and positive; we learn from our mistakes!

My husband and I work full-time and are looking for someone to help our kids grow up... More

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

Full time nanny for 14 year old Down...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School After School

We are a busy family with lots of people in it! We have two dogs who won’t be your responsibility, the child who needs caretaking is 14 years old girl with Down syndrome and is very high functioning but needs someone who can entertain her!

Her routine is kinda all over the place right now since... More

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$20–22/hr
San Diego, CA • 19 miles away

Nanny/mother's helper needed for ill...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We’re seeking a caring mother’s helper and nanny for our sweet 17-year-old son with Down Syndrome, while I work during the day. Start date is 6/23. Duties include tube feeding (easy to learn), supervising his bathroom routine, engaging in play, reading, light cooking/cleaning/laundry, dog care,... More

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$10–23/hr
Wildomar, CA • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Toddlers and...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a responsible nanny for our two children, ages toddler and preschool. The start date is flexible, but we need daytime availability on weekdays. Your main duties include caring for the children, preparing meals and snacks, and engaging them in age-appropriate activities. You must have your... More

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$10–50/hr
San Diego, CA • 19 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Infant on Weekday

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring nanny to care for our infant starting on July 21, 2025. The position requires availability from 11AM-3PM.
Responsibilities include providing attentive care, feeding, changing, and soothing the baby. The nanny engages the child in age-appropriate activities and ensures a safe... More

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$20–25/hr
Carlsbad, CA • 12 miles away

Part time nanny for one 20 month old boy

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are looking for a regular part time nanny for our very sweet and kind 19 month old boy who loves learning, music, and being active.

Mostly playing and helping our son with fun and engaging developmental activities without the use of screens. There may be some light housekeeping like folding... More

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$25–30/hr
Oceanside, CA • 7 miles away

Seeking reliable and flexible part time...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are looking for a reliable and flexible nanny for our 2 elementary school age kids.

My wife works three 12-hr shifts/week. Most of the time it is a repeatable schedule but not always. I work a normal 8-5 schedule.

We are looking for help on days we both work and the occasional date night... More

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$25–30/hr
Escondido, CA • 9 miles away

Care for 2 boys Mon/Wed/Fri 8am-4pm

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Evenings

We are a family of four looking for an experienced nanny to care for our 9 month-old baby and provide occasional care for our 4-year-old, who attends preschool during the day. Ideal candidates are comfortable planning and preparing meals. Available for occasional weekend care and travel a couple... More

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$15–22/hr
Encinitas, CA • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter for infant baby boy.

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hi! I am putting feelers out for an experienced infant nanny for my first baby boy once I go back to work in November 2025 or January 2026. We live in a coastal neighborhood great for long walks, and have a sweet 5 year old Goldendoodle. My husband and I have an office space just down the road where... More

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$18–24/hr
Carlsbad, CA • 12 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Children: Spanish...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring and reliable nanny to start on April 9, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The nanny will care for two children, an infant and a preschooler, during daytime weekdays and weekday afternoons. Responsibilities include managing a nanny share(with potential of adding a 3rd child from a... More

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