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.

$15–20/hr
Newburgh, NY • 11 miles away

Nanny Needed for 3 Children, Special...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We seek a nanny to care for our three children, aged toddler to junior high, starting August 20, 2025. The nanny works weekdays and weekends, covering mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Responsibilities include supervising activities, preparing meals, assisting with homework, and ensuring safety.... More

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$19–22/hr
Newburgh, NY • 11 miles away

Nanny Needed to Care for One Preschool...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are looking for a caring and responsible nanny to care for our preschool-aged child starting on August 18, 2025. The job includes weekday morning, day, and afternoon hours. Responsibilities involve ensuring the child's safety, engaging in playtime and educational activities, preparing healthy... More

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$18–21/hr
Wallkill, NY • 3 miles away

Nanny Needed for Long Term Position -...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We're looking for a nanny to work in home with our one year old weekly on Mondays-Thursdays from 9am-5pm. My husband is WFH and I'm WHF sometimes. We're hoping to find someone that can stay with us long term, at least a year or longer. We have a cat in the home and our home is low fragrance (we'll... More

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$15–25/hr
New Windsor, NY • 14 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant and Toddler with...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring and reliable nanny to care for our two children, an infant and a toddler, starting on August 18, 2025, with flexibility in the start date. The nanny works weekday mornings and weekdays during the day. Responsibilities include feeding, changing, and engaging the children in... More

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$22–30/hr
Highland Falls, NY • 22 miles away

Full-time nanny for 2 boys (ages 4 and 1)

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are looking for an attentive, energetic and tidy nanny to take care of our two boys during the work week. Responsibilities include feeding the boys meals and snacks, playing with them and keeping them safe and entertained.

Our 4 year-old goes to school in the mornings, so sometimes helping... More

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$10–50/hr
Marlboro, NY • 9 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are seeking a nanny for our infant starting on October 6, 2025, with a flexible start date. The nanny will provide attentive care during weekday mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Responsibilities include feeding, changing, and soothing the baby, as well as engaging in age-appropriate... More

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$22–26/hr
Staatsburg, NY • 18 miles away

Nanny Needed for One Preschool Child on...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring and reliable Part‑Time Nanny Weekdays 10 am–3 pm, focusing on weekday days and afternoons for our 2 year 11 month old daughter.
The nanny will engage our child in fun and educational activities, supervise play, meals/snacks, potty or diaper routines; no heavy housework.

The job... More

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$10–18/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 15 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care with Flexible...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny to start on August 4, 2025, for one infant during weekday days. The nanny provides safe and nurturing care, including feeding, diapering, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. They ensure a clean environment and follow the child’s routine. The ideal candidate has... More

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$23–29/hr
Fishkill, NY • 15 miles away

After preschool weekday care needed for 4...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Day-time Weekdays

We are entering a new chapter as a family with both of our kids in school Monday-Friday starting in the fall. We are looking for a caregiver who can pick both kids up from two schools daily by car, provide lunch to our younger child and snacks for both kids, provide a safe and fun environment at our... More

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$10–20/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 15 miles away

Nanny needed for flexible care of one...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekday Evenings Before School Weekends Evenings

We seek a caring and responsible nanny for our elementary-aged child. The position starts on July 28, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The nanny works weekday mornings, weekday evenings, and weekend evenings. Responsibilities include supervising daily activities, preparing meals, helping with... More

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$25–30/hr
Rhinebeck, NY • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care, Flexible...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School After School Day-time Weekdays

We are looking for a nanny to care for our infant starting on August 4, 2025, with some flexibility in the start date. The nanny will work weekday mornings, afternoons, and days, focusing on providing a safe and nurturing environment. Responsibilities include feeding, diaper changing, and engaging... More

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$18–22/hr
Central Valley, NY • 23 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Infant, Flexible...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny to provide daily care for our infant starting January 2026 for 2 full days a week. We are flexible on the days of the week (ex. Tuesdays & Thursdays, Mondays & Wednesdays, etc.) but would prefer to keep days consistent from week to week. The role includes feeding, changing,... More

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$20–27/hr
Tillson, NY • 13 miles away

Caring Part-time Nanny Needed for Infant...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are looking for an experienced nanny to help care for our two-month-old boy at our house in Tillson. The start date is flexible, but we prefer someone who can work 1-2 days a week during daytime hours as soon as possible. The nanny will provide attentive care—including feeding, diaper changes,... More

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$23–30/hr
Beacon, NY • 16 miles away

Nanny needed for nanny share with two <1...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a nanny starting in late August/early September 2025, with flexible hours during weekdays, typically around 9-5, Monday - Thursday.

We will guarantee between 30-40 hours a week, operating as a nanny share between two families and the ability for extra hours on some... More

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