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.

$17–27/hr
Port Hueneme, CA • 15 miles away

Nanny Needed for Toddler with Flexible...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Evenings Weekends Daytime Before School More...

We seek a caring and reliable nanny for one toddler starting July 26, 2025, with a flexible start date. The nanny works on weekday mornings and evenings, as well as weekends during the day and evenings. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing meals, and ensuring safety. The nanny... More

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$18–20/hr
Winnetka, CA • 20 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care with Flexible...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are looking for a reliable nanny to care for our infant starting on July 15, 2025. The nanny works flexible weekday hours, including mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Duties include feeding, changing, and engaging the child in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate has experience with... More

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$18–25/hr
Woodland Hills, CA • 18 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Two Young Children...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring nanny to support our family starting July 9, 2025. The role involves caring for two children, aged toddler and preschool, during weekday mornings, days, and afternoons. The nanny will plan activities, prepare meals, and ensure a safe environment. A reliable car is required for... More

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$22–26/hr
Ventura, CA • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for Three Children with...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring nanny to support our family starting July 7, 2025. This role involves caring for three children in elementary and junior high. The nanny must have a reliable car and experience with children who have special needs and managing multiples. Daily tasks include supervising playtime,... More

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$25–30/hr
Pacific Palisades, CA • 24 miles away

Active Nanny Needed in Brentwood

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekends Evenings Weekday Evenings More...

Brentwood Family seeking energetic Nanny for an active family of 5! Trustworthy, reliable, flexible, punctual, bubbly, sporty, crafty would be words to describe the ideal candidate.

Pick up and drop offs, prepare snacks and meals, swim, crafts, throw a ball, travel with the family, jump right in!... More

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$22–35/hr
Calabasas, CA • 16 miles away

Full time Nanny 40-50h Need Calabasas

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We’re a warm, easy going family with three kids (10m, 3, 5) looking for a loving nanny for our baby Boy and our preschool Boys + Occasionally help with our 5-year-old daughter

Schedule: Mon-Thu 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Fri 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM, on school-free days 10:00 AM

Responsibilities:
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$25–29/hr
Oxnard, CA • 14 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Two Preschool and...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are seeking a caring and responsible nanny to care for two children, aged preschool and elementary. The schedule includes early mornings, weekdays, and afternoons starting from June 23, 2025. Responsibilities include planning and engaging in age-appropriate activities, preparing meals, assisting... More

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$18–28/hr
Woodland Hills, CA • 17 miles away

Part-time Sitter for one fun infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Evenings

We’re a loving, organized family seeking a responsible, dependable, and easygoing nanny to care for our 10-month baby. The ideal candidate has experience working with infants, is attentive to developmental milestones, and can confidently manage feedings, naps, diapering, playtime, and maintaining a... More

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$20–28/hr
Camarillo, CA • 7 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant with Flexible...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekends Daytime More...

We seek a caring nanny starting August 18, 2025, for our infant. The schedule is flexible, with daytime availability on weekdays, weekday afternoons, and weekends, including evenings. Responsibilities include providing attentive care, changing diapers, feeding the child, and aiding in naps. The... More

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$25–30/hr
Ventura, CA • 18 miles away

Nanny Needed for Toddler: Flexible...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School After School

We seek a nanny for our toddler starting on June 16, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with needs in the morning and afternoon during weekdays. Responsibilities include getting child ready for preschool in the mornings, driving them to activities, and doing light laundry and picking them up in the... More

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$24–28/hr
Santa Paula, CA • 15 miles away

Nanny needed for two energetic kids !

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We are an active /busy family in Santa Paula that has a constantly changing schedule

Help with kids (after school, holidays, sick days), laundry, light cleaning, errands,

Schedule will change based off parents schedules, but can guarantee 30-40 hours a week (whichever works better for nanny)... More

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$18–28/hr
Woodland Hills, CA • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for a soon to be 3 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Day-time Weekdays

My husband and I both work, though I work from home. We have a 13 year old every other week who is not in need of sitting. We have several friendly cats. We look forward to having a helping hand for our little one while we work.

We need someone able to care for our infant while we are working.... More

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$20–30/hr
Westlake Village, CA • 5 miles away

Loving family in Westlake seeks nanny for...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Hello! We are a warm, professional family in Westlake Village looking for a caring and experienced nanny to help care for our baby girl, who will be nearly 7 months old. Mom commutes to Los Angeles, while Dad works from home.

Experience with infants
Kind, reliable, and engaging
Comfortable with a... More

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$18–35/hr
Woodland Hills, CA • 18 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant: Meal Prep, Light...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny starting June 16, 2025, for our infant during weekday mornings and daytime hours. Responsibilities include providing attentive care, preparing meals and snacks, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The nanny must also manage light housekeeping tasks and light laundry as... More

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What are things nannies do with kids?

How can nannies make extra money?

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