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.

$18–22/hr
Bethesda, MD • 14 miles away

Part-time happy sitter for energetic,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are a family with 3 boys looking for part time help with our 1 year old boy.
Interested in help taking baby on light walks, to the park, playing with him. Light housework and preparing meals for him a plus

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$18–28/hr
Arlington, VA • 22 miles away

Part time sitter/nanny for sweet,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We have recently moved to the DC area (arlington), and are looking for a part time nanny to support our family, consisting of mom, dad, toddler + small dog.
We are looking for a part time nanny to care for our toddler in the afternoons. Feed meals, change diapers, play inside + outside, facilitate... More

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$15–25/hr
Washington, DC • 16 miles away

Looking for nanny and housekeeping...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello! We are a friendly family of 4 with a sweet 4 year old girl and adorable 1 year old boy looking for someone to help care for our children and household. We recently moved to the area, mom is returning to part time work, and dad is going back to the office, so we are looking for a stabilizing... More

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$15–18/hr
Fulton, MD • Less than a mile

Need ENGAGING and EXPERIENCED babysitter...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School After School Weekday Evenings

Looking for an EXPERIENCED nanny for two kids ages 4 & 8 in Fulton, MD

Come up with ideas on her own to engage with the kids

Come up with meal ideas for kids

Able to set firm boundaries and limits and follow through

Able to handle fighting siblings in a calm manner

Enforce good... More

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$10–12/hr
Glen Burnie, MD • 16 miles away

Part-time Nanny for a very happy two year...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Single Father, Active Duty Mil. My son is two years old, he is a very respectful young man. He knows how to use his manners, and almost always has a smile on his face.
Heavily interested in having a live in Nanny, I have an awesome agreement for you, excellent for someone working another part time... More

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$15–20/hr
Bowie, MD • 15 miles away

Regular sitter for 7 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We are a two mom household that had a little boy back in January. Starting in August; we will start to need someone to watch our little guy for about 10-12 hours a week Wednesday- Friday. At that time he will be 7 months. We are looking for a reliable, responsible, and outgoing person who enjoy... More

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$10–17/hr
Aspen Hill, MD • 8 miles away

Part-time daytime sitter 2-4 times a week...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello! We’re a family of 3. I am a stay at home mom and I will be going back to school and need some time to concentrate on my studies without neglecting my child’s development. We would prefer someone who is fluent in Spanish or Italian as we are actively working on teaching her those... More

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$18–20/hr
Baltimore, MD • 21 miles away

Full time nanny for 16 month boy

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking for a full-time nanny for our 16 month year old son. We are located in the Charles Village area in Baltimore.
Looking for a reliable nanny that is CPR certified and has experience working with children.

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$20–30/hr
Bethesda, MD • 16 miles away

Part-time nanny/house manager for 2 kids...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekday Evenings

Hi! We are a fun family with 2 kids looking for an after school nanny + light house keeping during the day. 20-25hours depending on responsibilities.

We are looking for after school help for our kids, as well as someone to do light housekeeping (laundry, keeping the kitchen and toys tidy, and... More

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$16–22/hr
Owings Mills, MD • 21 miles away

Bell-El Family needs a Nanny for our Two...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

The Bell-El family is looking for a dependable and caring Nanny/Family Assistant for our two boys.
Going over school work. Assisting with transportation to extra curricular activity. Laundry in the home. Preparing meals. Creating activities after school work is done. Assisting with newborn during... More

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$18–28/hr
Vienna, VA • 24 miles away

Full Time Nanny Needed in Vienna/Dunn Loring

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

My husband and I are two physicians relocating to the area from out of state, looking for a kind, responsible, and dependable full time nanny primarily for our 8-month-old son but also for our 3-year-old daughter when she is not at school, starting October of 2023. They are both fun, sweet (though... More

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$16–24/hr
Alexandria, VA • 24 miles away

Part Time Nanny for Infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

My wife and I had a son born on 7/21. We are working professionals who are seeking a nanny to start immediately to care for our child during the daytime Monday through Thursday from 8:30am to 1:00pm. We have two cats. Our son will start daycare at the beginning of November.

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$18–22/hr
Columbia, MD • 5 miles away

Sitter/Nanny needed for 3 month old baby girl

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekday Evenings

Hello,
My baby's name is Drew. She is 3 months old. I need night time care for my baby on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, this would involve feeding and diaper changes.

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$18–27/hr
Columbia, MD • 5 miles away

Seeking multilingual nanny for loving son...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

Please suggest a date and time in your initial inquiry to do a virtual/telephonic interview

Goal: To secure a long-term (2+ years) caring multi-lingual nanny within 30 days to supplement the current love and support provided to our son and daughter as well as relief for the wife.

We do require... More

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