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.

$35–50/hr
Hermosa Beach, CA • 7 miles away

Part time Nanny for Summer, Daughter and Sons

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekday Evenings Weekends Daytime Day-time Weekdays

3 kids 10 Ever, 12 Jax, 15 Cruz
here in Hermosa Beach for the summer looking for a nanny to help out

Have fun with the kids and plan fun activities and events for them day and evening

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$20–35/hr
Hermosa Beach, CA • 7 miles away

Full time sitter/regular sitter for my...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Weekends Daytime Weekday Evenings More...

I have a daughter and a son. We are at hermosa beach for summer vacation.

I need you to watch and have fun with my kids, they luke to go to the beach and are sporty. My daughter also likes shoping.

We live in paradise valley, so if you are free after summer to help babysit us that would be... More

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$30–40/hr
Hermosa Beach, CA • 7 miles away

Full time nanny for a girl and a teen boy

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

I have a daughter thats ten and a son thats turning 13 on the 21st. The kids fight sometimes, but not always.

I need you to watch and have fun with my kids, while im out at an appointment. Also bring a bathing suit because the kids like to go to the beach.

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$18–22/hr
Huntington Beach, CA • 24 miles away

Full-time nanny for infant son

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School After School

We have a fun and our sweet 7-month-old son.
Both parents work (sometimes from home), and our extended family lives nearby and is very involved.

We’re looking for someone to join our home as a nurturing, reliable caregiver for our son. We plan to work from home or have extended family around during... More

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$18–25/hr
Huntington Beach, CA • 24 miles away

Support Nanny Needed for trip

5+ children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School After School

We are visiting my brother in Huntington Beach. There's 2 families in the house: 4 adults and 5 children + 2 infants. We need a support nanny to help us with meal prep, light laundry/cleaning, and helping with kids.

At least 2 adults will be in the house so it's a support role.

Dates are July 4... More

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$18–30/hr
Beverly Hills, CA • 20 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant: Prepare Meals,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We seek a caring nanny for our infant, starting on July 27, 2025. The schedule includes weekday early mornings, daytime, afternoons, and evenings. The nanny prepares meals and snacks, handles light housekeeping and laundry, and follows bedtime routines. The ability to speak Chinese is essential for... More

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$20–28/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 24 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant: Drives, Cooks,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School After School

We’re a warm, bilingual (English/French) family on the Eastside of LA seeking a full-time nanny for our newborn son starting late July. We’re looking for someone nurturing, reliable, and fluent in French to help care for our son and speak French with him daily. Both parents work from home.... More

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$27–28/hr
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA • Less than a mile

Amazing Part-Time (25 Hours Per Week)...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekday Evenings

I'm searching for a reliable trustworthy part-time nanny for my 2 girls (9 and 14 years old). Pay is $28 an hour, paid vacation, sick days, holidays and discretionary annual bonus.

Location: Palos Verdes

Start Date: August 22nd

Looking for:

M-F 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Occasional weeknight or weekend... More

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$28–33/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 20 miles away

Full Time Mother’s Helper in Los Angeles,...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

West Los Angeles family seeks a full-time Mother’s Helper for their two children, ages 2 & 5 years old ASAP. Care is needed M-F from 7am–5pm, with occasional coverage until 6pm. Family is looking for a creative, reliable caregiver who can help incorporate healthy meals & foster a nurturing and... More

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$25–30/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 23 miles away

Full time Evening Nanny / Household...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Weekday Evenings Weekends Evenings

We are a loving family with strong Christian values and strong ethics, which we strive to model for our children.

We’re a loving, respectful family looking for a reliable and kind-hearted evening nanny to help support our home during the busy evening hours. This role is more of a “mommy... More

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$18–20/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 20 miles away

Part time nanny for a young family with an...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are a young couple just starting our family. We love in Koreatown, both me and my husband work during weekdays.

We need someone that will help care for our baby. We hope to find a nanny that will love her as much as we do. Our baby is very easy to care for, my husband works from home and will... More

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$18–21/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 20 miles away

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

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a reliable nanny to care for our infant starting June 23, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The nanny will prepare meals and snacks, provide care when the child is sick, assist with toilet training, and complete light laundry and housekeeping tasks. The position is for daytime (afternoon)... More

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$18–22/hr
Los Alamitos, CA • 17 miles away

Daytime Nanny Needed for Infant: Meal...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We are looking for a caring nanny for our infant, starting on June 23, 2025. The position requires daytime hours on weekdays and early mornings. Responsibilities include putting baby to sleep, cloth diaper changes, doing baby laundry, snacks prep for mother and ensuring a safe and nurturing... More

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$15–18/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 21 miles away

Nanny Needed for Toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

I need a nanny for my toddler. The nanny works during early daytime weekdays, afternoons, evenings, and early mornings. Total of 3 days 8-10 hours for work+commute. Responsibilities include caring for one child, preparing meals and snacks, and establishing a bedtime routine. The ideal candidate has... More

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