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.

$18–26/hr
Glenn Dale, MD • 12 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Young Children with...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable nanny starting June 23, 2025, for two children, toddler and preschool ages. The schedule includes weekday early mornings, daytime, afternoons, and weekends. The nanny provides special needs support and must have experience with multiples. Responsibilities include driving the... More

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$18–22/hr
Washington, DC • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for Toddler with Special...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekday Evenings Weekends Evenings

We seek a caring and responsible nanny for our toddler, starting on June 23, 2025, with flexible start times. The nanny provides attentive care during the day, weekday evenings, and weekend evenings. Responsibilities include engaging the child in play and learning activities, assisting with toilet... More

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$18–22/hr
Upper Marlboro, MD • 10 miles away

Nanny Needed for Toddler: Care, Light...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring nanny for our toddler starting soon. The scheduled start date is flexible and will need to be confirmed, but we need support during early mornings, daytime, and afternoons on weekdays. The nanny will provide attentive care, assist with toilet training, and help with light laundry... More

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$15–22/hr
Washington, DC • 20 miles away

Looking for a full-time, live-in nanny and...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are looking for a nanny to care for our two children, an infant and a preschooler. The start date is flexible, with a schedule that includes early mornings, daytime, afternoons, and evenings on weekdays, as well as weekends. The nanny prepares meals and snacks, helps with bedtime, manages light... More

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$10–15/hr
Greenbelt, MD • 16 miles away

Nanny Needed for 3 Children, Must Handle...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We seek a caring nanny to look after our three children, ages toddler to elementary. The start date is flexible after June 20, 2025. Responsibilities include supervising play, supporting toilet training, preparing meals and snacks, and assisting with bedtime routines. Experience with multiple... More

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$17–19/hr
Silver Spring, MD • 23 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Infants: Prepare...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are seeking a caring nanny for two infants starting June 15, 2025, with flexible hours. We need a nanny for 1 - 2 months. The nanny prepares meals and snacks, manages bedtime routines, and maintains a clean environment through light housekeeping and laundry. The position requires daytime hours on... More

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$18–22/hr
Arlington, VA • 23 miles away

Looking for a full-time nanny for two...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are a family of two preschooler/toddler (3.5yo and 2yo) and an infant (born May 2025). Our preschooler goes to daycare M-F and our toddlers are also often at their grandparents’. You’ll be responsible for two of our three kids at any given time. Must have reliable transportation - we live near... More

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$11–50/hr
Washington, DC • 20 miles away

Seeking Caring Part-time Nanny for Infant...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring part-time nanny to start on July 1, 2025, for our 6-month daughter. The nanny works during daytime hours on weekdays while I work from home Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 0800 - 3:30/4:30 PM. There is a potential the position will transition to full-time starting at the end of... More

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$10–15/hr
Silver Spring, MD • 23 miles away

Live in Nanny working weekdays and every...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We’re a family of 3. My son turns 1 in June 2024 and we’d like a live in sitter to work Weekdays and every other weekend

Only baby related duties.

Diaper Changes, feeds, clean their room, cloths and feeding dishes.

Play and ensure baby stays active and safe

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$18–22/hr
Washington, DC • 20 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care on Weekdays...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring nanny to care for our infant starting on August 5, 2025. The position requires weekday daytime and afternoon availability. Duties include feeding, changing diapers, and ensuring a safe, clean environment. The nanny will engage our child in age-appropriate activities and monitor... More

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$18–26/hr
Hanover, MD • 21 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant on Weekdays for...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are seeking a caring, reliable, and experienced nanny for our 4-month baby girl starting immediately. This position offers part-time weekday hours (negotiable, ~24hrs per week). Responsibilities include providing attentive care, preparing infant meals, and engaging in age-appropriate activities.... More

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$20–25/hr
Hanover, MD • 21 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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$15–25/hr
Odenton, MD • 15 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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$18–24/hr
Edgewater, MD • 6 miles away

Caring Nanny Sought for Toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are seeking a caring and dependable nanny for our 22-month-old daughter to provide supervision and engage in age-appropriate developmental activities. Responsibilities include supporting toilet training, preparing healthy meals and snacks, and ensuring safety during play. The nanny must have... More

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