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.

$17–22/hr
Chatham, NJ • 21 miles away

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1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Imagine a world where you can set your own work schedule, leaving lots of time for family, friends, or school. Work full-time or part-time!

HOW IT WORKS: PNN contacts you with shifts, then you take the shifts that work for your schedule!

QUALIFICATIONS: have 1 year of professional childcare... More

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$22–25/hr
Morris Plains, NJ • 15 miles away

Seeking A Part-time Nanny in Morristown

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

A lovely family near Morristown is looking for an engaging nanny with toddler experience to help care for their sweet & extremely happy 2.5 year old 3 days per week from 2pm-6pm each day. The family is flexible on the days care is provided (Monday-Thursday).
Responsibilities include excellent... More

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$20–25/hr
Livingston, NJ • 24 miles away

Full time nanny for 1.5 year old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Looking for a loving, playful and caring full time nanny for my 1.5 year old and occasional 4 year old when school is off. Timing is 7.30 to 5. Pay is $3400 flat per month

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$15–28/hr
Short Hills, NJ • 24 miles away

Looking for after school nanny

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School

We have twin 11 year old boys.They are energetic and well behaved boys

We want the nanny to be kind and interested in kids. We are looking for a after school sitter to pick up the kids and drive them to after school activities. We want the nanny to prep and serve the kids snacks,help them with... More

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$20–28/hr
Chatham, NJ • 21 miles away

Full-Time Nanny Needed For Our Newborn Baby

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Living in NJ family of three, including a four month old newborn and a dog.

We are looking for a nanny to take care of our 4 month old daughter. This is a live-out position. Must have their own car, clean driver record, does not smoke, comfortable with pets, CPR certified, Fluent English... More

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$19–23/hr
Martins Creek, PA • 24 miles away

Monday nanny, 9 am - 3 pm. Ongoing

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Young family new to the area. Looking for one day a week care. One child nine months old.
Feed breakfast and snacks, interact and help learn developmental milestones.
One day a week preferably Mondays.

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$15–18/hr
Mendham, NJ • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for a sweet baby girl

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are young parents who both work (usually from home), have an infant daughter and lots of animals

Feeding, changing, playing with, watching baby as needed. When baby is sleeping, tidying up around the house.

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$20–25/hr
Dunellen, NJ • 24 miles away

Full-time Nanny for infant & toddler

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

We have two incredibly active, happy girls (an infant and toddler) who love to play outdoors, pretend, build and do arts and crafts. We also have two cats. We're looking for someone creative, energetic and loving who genuinely enjoys being with kids.
Diaper changes, outfit changes, light meal prep,... More

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$18–30/hr
Madison, NJ • 20 miles away

Madison Part Time Nanny for two children...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekday Evenings

We have a fantastic family in Madison in search of a Part Time Nanny for their two children age 10 and 6. ASAP Long term, at least 1 year
Requirements: - Pets: none
- Snacks and dinner for the children
- Light tidying of common areas
- Local driving required - family car available Mom and dad... More

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$15–20/hr
Parsippany, NJ • 18 miles away

Part-time Sitter for 1 energetic (2+yr)...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Daytime Weekends Evenings

Looking for a compassionate, kind babysitter who is willing to care for my little one like their own.

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$15–20/hr
Short Hills, NJ • 24 miles away

Full time/part time nanny

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Working parents with two wonderful kids. Kids like to Play indoor games and are voracious readers. Very friendly and easy going.
Loving family looking for long term nanny. kids are in school full day.

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$16–27/hr
Morris Plains, NJ • 15 miles away

Part time sitter (2x a week) wanted for...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Hi We are a family of four. We have two boys 6 mos and 21 mos old. We are looking for a sitter/nanny 2x a week with a somewhat flexible schedule , comfortable with small dog, non smoker, energetic, must have experience
Keep children safe, happy; meals; bottle feed; take for walks, complete other... More

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$12–14/hr
Morris Plains, NJ • 15 miles away

Part Time Sitter for an Infant Under 12

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

My baby is 6 months old going on 7 in a few days. She gets feed every three hours, and like to play with her toys in between her wake hours.

Need someone to care for my baby like their own. To feed, prepare meals for her, change her out her diaper. set activities, rock her to sleep and watch and... More

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$20–30/hr
Berkeley Heights, NJ • 22 miles away

Full-time/Stay in nanny for an active...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

Hello,

My husband and I are full time working parents and we are looking for a responsible, compassionate and patient full time/stay-in nanny Monday to Friday to help take care of my 16 months old daughter. This will be a long term opportunity (around 1 year)

Prepare / meals for my... More

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How can nannies make extra money?

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