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.

$15–18/hr
North Hills, CA • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 yr old toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Before School Day-time Weekdays

Im a surgical technologist going to externship. I need someone who is willing to work from 5:00am to 3:00pm I have a 2 year old son and two rabbits. All three of them are shy but sweet and caring. You’ll only be watching my son my bunnies just like to roam around my house.
I need a babysitter for... More

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$25–30/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 24 miles away

Part-time nanny for 1 awesome pre-schooler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Daytime

Hi! Our little guy is 4 years old and doing great! We are looking for an experienced, energetic part-time (possible transition to full-time) nanny on weekends from from 8am-2pm). Happy to discuss the schedule with you. Responsibilities include playing, reading, doing fun stuff with our child at... More

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$20–35/hr
Encino, CA • 14 miles away

Afternoon School Pickups and Light...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School

Hi! We are looking for a kind, friendly, caring person to help around the house in the afternoon. We’d love to meet someone who can assist with laundry, picking up the kids, and cooking dinner. If you are interested, please contact us and we’d love to chat further. References will be required.... More

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$34–40/hr
Santa Monica, CA • 16 miles away

Seeking Full time Wednesday- Sunday Nanny

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Seeking full time nanny/ mothers helper for 3 years old twins Wednesday-Sunday
Creating age appropriate activities, organizing schedule, meal prep, driving to activities

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$30–35/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 24 miles away

Seeking Monday-Thursday Full time Active...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School After School Day-time Weekdays

Seeking Full time Active Nanny for busy household looking after a 2 children. Schedule will be Monday-Thursday 7am-7pm
Scheduling children's activities, meal prep, occasional travel, bathing and doing sleep routines

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$30–35/hr
Pacific Palisades, CA • 14 miles away

Full-Time Nanny Needed for Lovely Family...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Lovely family in the Palisades is looking for a warm + loving nanny! They have two little girls, a 3 month old + 3 year old! Their 3-year-old is in preschool full time (until 3 pm currently, starting in September she will be there until 5 pm)- so your primary responsibility is their 3-month-old!... More

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$30–35/hr
North Hollywood, CA • 22 miles away

All-Star ROTA Nanny Needed in the...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

Amazing family in the Hollywood Hills is seeking a career nanny for their adorable 2-year-old daughter - a true team player who can join their tight-knit rotational childcare team. Duties will include everything pertaining to the care of the child: planning and preparing healthy and organic meals... More

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$20–35/hr
Beverly Hills, CA • 20 miles away

Full time nanny for happy 8-month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School After School

Our family lives near West Hollywood and Beverly Hills and we have an 8-month old daughter.
We're looking for a full-time nanny for our 8-month old daughter. This will include all of the basics like feeding, putting her down for naps, diapering, and light housekeeping. We're also looking for someone... More

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$35–40/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 22 miles away

Seeking career nanny / family assistant

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Weekday Evenings

Seeking career nanny / family assistant
Monday - Friday
Times: 12pm - 8pm
Kids ages: 8-year-old twins
Rate: $35 - $40 per hour
Location: Santa Monica, CA 90408

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$35–40/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 18 miles away

Seeking a career nanny in Holmby Hills

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Seeking a career nanny in Holmby Hills

Wednesday - Saturday
Time: 8am - 8pm
Kids ages: 2-year-old twins
Rate: $35 - $40
Experience working with twins.

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$31–32/hr
Van Nuys, CA • 19 miles away

Full-time Infant Nanny in Van Nuys, CA for...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are a new family of 4 with infant twins, a mini Goldedoodle named Maddy, and a Calico cat named Caroline. I’m kind of a quiet, homebody by nature, but I am kind and appreciative. My partner is in the middle of training for the police academy, and I do marketing for a law firm. We enjoy traveling... More

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$23–27/hr
Playa Vista, CA • 22 miles away

Full-time Nanny in Playa Vista, CA for a...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are an easy-going family of 3! We are homebodies who love watching comedies, going for walks, and soaking up the sun at the beach. We both work from home for non-profits so making the world a better place is big for us. We live an apartment complex in a super clean and safe neighborhood that is... More

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$35–45/hr
Playa del Rey, CA • 22 miles away

Temp Nannies for Two Boys (2- 3 hires needed)

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Daytime

A lovely family in Playa Del Rey, CA is seeking honest, caring, and flexible temp nannies to look after their highly energetic boys from May to November 2024.

Responsibilities include:
Maintain daily routine, including nap, play, education
Assist with bathing, dressing, hygiene
Plan engaging... More

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$15–20/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 19 miles away

Sitter for an infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are a family of three with our precious newborn daughter. We both work at UCLA and we don’t have a pet.
We are looking for a patient caring sitter with experience of working with infants to take care of our baby during working hours

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