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.

$20–25/hr
Hanover, MD • 13 miles away

Nanny for Infant: Care, Meals, Light...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a reliable nanny for our infant starting on May 19, 2025, with a flexible start date. We will need 35 hours per week average with the daily start time at 7am. Responsibilities include caring for our child, preparing meals and snacks, picking up after the baby, and ensuring a safe... More

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$19–25/hr
Essex, MD • 9 miles away

Nanny Needed for 2 Children with Special...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Day-time Weekdays Weekday Evenings

I am seek a caring and reliable nanny for my two children, ages toddler and preschool. The job starts on June 2, 2025, and requires weekday, afternoons and evenings. The nanny must have their own car for school pick-ups, and outings. Responsibilities include providing special needs support, helping... More

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$21–25/hr
Joppa, MD • 15 miles away

Nanny Needed for Preschool Child with...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekday Evenings

We seek a caring and responsible nanny for our preschool-aged child starting on May 26, 2025, with a flexible start date. The nanny will work weekday evenings. Responsibilities include caring for our child, preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and providing support for any special... More

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$15–20/hr
Laurel, MD • 20 miles away

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

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny for our infant, starting on August 15, 2025. The position is flexible with weekday daytime hours. Responsibilities include providing attentive care, preparing meals and snacks, and doing light laundry. The nanny must feel comfortable around pets. We look for someone reliable... More

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$15–30/hr
Ellicott City, MD • 14 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant and Toddler Care,...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Weekday Evenings

We seek a caring nanny for two children, an infant and a toddler, starting on May 20, 2025. The schedule is flexible but requires availability on weekday early mornings and weekday evenings. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, light housekeeping, light laundry, and running errands.... More

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$20–25/hr
Bowie, MD • 24 miles away

Backup care nannies needed in Bowie MD area

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Hi, Quality Nanny Placements is currently hiring on call/temp nannies in the Bowie, MD area. We offer: Competitive hourly rates, Free CPR/First Aid training & Flexible Schedules. If you would be interested in hearing more about our agency and backup care program, please respond with a contact number... More

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$15–35/hr
Ellicott City, MD • 14 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant and Toddler with...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekday Evenings Before School

We seek a reliable nanny to care for our two children, an infant and a toddler. The job begins on May 19, 2025, with flexible start times. The nanny works weekday mornings and evenings. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, performing light housekeeping and... More

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$22–27/hr
Laurel, MD • 19 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Elementary Children...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Weekday Evenings Before School

We seek a reliable nanny to care for our two elementary-age children starting on July 14, 2025. The nanny will work weekday afternoons, evenings, and early mornings. Responsibilities include driving the kids to activities, helping with homework, and running errands. The ideal candidate has... More

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$17–20/hr
Linthicum Heights, MD • 9 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Two Preschool...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are looking for a gentle, peaceful, reliable person to be a nanny/family assistant. We want someone who will commit to being with us for at least a year. In addition to childcare, responsibilities will include meal prep, laundry, and light housekeeping particularly in the kitchen/dining areas. We... More

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$18–22/hr
Baltimore, MD • 4 miles away

Nanny Needed for Elementary Child with...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School After School

My child is 8 yrs old, looking to starting on Aug 11, 2025, at the latest once school starts in September. The schedule is flexible, with availability required on weekday mornings and afternoons(Thursday and Friday). The nanny must have their own car and experience with special needs to provide... More

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$18–22/hr
Parkville, MD • 6 miles away

Pastime sitter for 2 kids

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Looking for a babysitter and someone to take care of kids when on vacation

Feed and drive kids to daycare also watch when we are away on vacation

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$15–25/hr
Odenton, MD • 18 miles away

Seeking Nanny for 1-year-old Care, Meal...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek short-term, full-time nanny to care for our 1-year-old son starting on June 30, 2025 and ending when he starts Montessori in December 2025. The start date is flexible, with daytime hours (8:30 am - 5:30 pm) on weekdays. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, providing care when... More

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$19–23/hr
Baltimore, MD • 3 miles away

Summer Nanny for Infant in Lauraville...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are seeking care for one infant girl (born March 2025) in the Lauraville neighborhood of Baltimore City. I work a hybrid schedule with three days in home. Schedule 35-40 hours/week M-F with some room for flexibility. June 30 through August 22.

Infant experience preferred. Comfort around large... More

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$22–25/hr
Butler, MD • 16 miles away

Part Time Nanny Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We seek an experienced nanny to care for our two children, an infant (7 months) and a preschooler. Start date in the fall 8am-4pm preferably 2 days per week, Monday and Friday. Preschooler will be starting school in the fall so duties will mainly fall on the infant at that time. The nanny will... More

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