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.

$20–28/hr
Morgan Hill, CA • 16 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care with Flexible...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School After School

We seek a caring nanny for our infant starting April 14, 2025. The schedule is flexible, focusing on weekday mornings, afternoons, and daytime hours. Responsibilities include feeding, diaper changes, and soothing our child. The nanny will engage in age-appropriate play and monitor developmental... More

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$31–35/hr
Fremont, CA • 18 miles away

Caring and Reliable Nanny Needed for Two...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny to care for our two infants starting on April 21, 2025, with flexible hours on weekdays. The nanny will provide a safe and nurturing environment, feed, change, and engage the children through age-appropriate activities. A valid driver’s license and personal vehicle are... More

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$18–30/hr
San Jose, CA • 12 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Infant in Daytime...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a nanny for our 7 month old baby starting April 15, 2025, with flexible hours during weekdays. The nanny will care for one child and may participate in a nanny share. Responsibilities include feeding, changing, and engaging the child in age-appropriate activities. The nanny will ensure a... More

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$31–35/hr
Fremont, CA • 16 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Daytime Infant...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny to provide attentive and nurturing care for our infant starting July 10, 2025. The schedule includes daytime hours on weekdays. Responsibilities include feeding, diaper changing, and engaging in age-appropriate activities to support development. The ideal candidate maintains a... More

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$10–15/hr
San Jose, CA • 8 miles away

Daytime Nanny Needed for Infant: Meal Prep...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a nanny for our 6 month old infant starting May 6th, 2025. The job is part time Tuesday-Thursday from 7am-4pm. The nanny’s responsibilities include preparing nutritious meals/snacks, warming up bottles of milk, providing sick care, and ensuring a safe and engaging environment for our child.... More

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$20–25/hr
San Jose, CA • 11 miles away

Nanny Needed for Toddler Care and Learning

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We seek a caring nanny for our toddler, starting June 16, 2025 until July 2, 2025. This is a temporary position. We will need someone 8AM-6PM, Monday-Friday. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, assisting with toilet training, providing sick care, and supporting learning activities. The... More

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$25–30/hr
Pleasanton, CA • 25 miles away

Nanny for Infant Needed: Flexible Schedule...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are seeking a dedicated nanny to care for our infant starting on July 28, 2025. The schedule is Monday, Thursday, Friday. Responsibilities include feeding, diaper changing, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate has their own car for transportation. This role focuses on... More

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$25–30/hr
San Jose, CA • 11 miles away

Nanny Needed for 1 Infant in Willow...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Seeking a caring nanny to care for our infant (who will be 7-months-old) starting May 27 in our home

We value reliability, a nurturing attitude, and the ability to follow our child’s routine

Responsibilities include caring for child (ie. feeding, diaper changing, engaging in age-appropriate... More

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$25–35/hr
Monte Sereno, CA • 19 miles away

Pick up from school and after school...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School

We are looking for someone who can pick up our fun-loving boys (10yo, 8yo) from school (same school) and then play with them, some after school activities (I.e. soccer) and do some light housework (dishes into dishwasher, fold laundry). No special needs. We (parents) generally return home at ~6-6:30... More

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$18–25/hr
Fremont, CA • 18 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care, Meal Prep,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny to start on April 22, 2025, with a flexible schedule. The nanny will care for one infant during daytime weekdays. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, performing light laundry, and handling light housekeeping tasks. The ideal candidate has experience with... More

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$10–50/hr
Mountain View, CA • 20 miles away

Nanny Needed for Toddler, Weekday Daytime,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hi!
I'm looking for a part-time (preferably Arabic speaking) babysitter/nanny for my daughter starting from late July/early August 2025, for 1-2 days/week. My daughter will be 18 months. I'm currently living in Mountain View but am willing to provide extra compensation if willing to commute, and am... More

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$18–26/hr
Los Gatos, CA • 15 miles away

Part Time Nanny in Los Gatos

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekends Daytime Weekends Evenings

We are a family of 4, living in Los Gatos. Our son in 4 years old and our daughter is 10 months old.

We’re looking for a flexible and attentive nanny to join our family. The job is Monday to Friday, from 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm, starting as soon as possible.

We live in Los Gatos and have our... More

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$15–20/hr
Santa Clara, CA • 13 miles away

Live in Opportunity - Beautiful Furnished...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time or Full-Time Before School After School

We are looking for a LIVE-IN nanny.

We are looking to do a nanny-work-exchange of a nice room in Silicon Valley, free meals, free utilities, free household supplies in exchange for a few hours of child care and driving of our child to & from school during the weekdays.
Weekends would be off &... More

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$21–22/hr
Union City, CA • 24 miles away

Part-time Nanny / Year-round

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekday Evenings

Looking for a reliable Nanny for my 6-year-old daughter who has mild autism.

Pick up from school at 2:00 pm Monday-Friday, then bring home. Some light homework assistance may be possible. Get her snacks and keep her safely occupied until 5-530pm.

Candidate must apply with Manos Home Health... More

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