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.

$25–26/hr
Glen Head, NY • 24 miles away

Weekday afternoons and Full Day Saturday...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Evenings Weekends Daytime Day-time Weekdays More...

Family in Roslyn, NY looking for weekday afternoon and Saturday help. Must have reliable vehicle.

Light housekeeping, children’s laundry, lite dinner prep, organizing toys, etc.

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$25/hr
Huntington Station, NY • 11 miles away

Part-Time Nanny Needed in Dix Hills, NY 11746

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekday Evenings

Dix Hills family seeks a part-time nanny for their 2 year old. Care is needed Monday-Friday, 5pm to 9pm, for a total of 20 hours per week.

- Start Date: Immediate
- End Date: Long term
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 5pm-9pm
- Rate: $25 per hour

Responsibilities:
- All aspects of toddler... More

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$24–38/hr
Ronkonkoma, NY • 6 miles away

Looking for right fit lady to join our...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Evenings

I have been on here but I’m back my sons are 12 but it’s only for my one son Tyler he’s 12 he does have special needs so I’m looking for the right fit he will be in summer session so it would be late am to 3pm or so some weekends if all works out etc
Please reach out asap
Take my son off the bus... More

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$18–22/hr
Amityville, NY • 13 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care with Flexible...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We need a caring and responsible nanny for our infant, starting June 23, 2025. The job requires availability on weekdays early mornings, daytime, afternoons, evenings, and on weekends during the day. The nanny will provide safe supervision, engage in age-appropriate activities, and assist with... More

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$17–22/hr
Carle Place, NY • 23 miles away

Choose your Work Days - Hiring Back-Up...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Want flexibility in your schedule? Become a Substitute Nanny with PNN, one of the best agencies in the country! Can 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... More

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$18–20/hr
Wyandanch, NY • 9 miles away

Nanny Needed for Toddler: All day Mondays...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We seek a nanny for our toddler, starting on July 7, 2025. The schedule is Mondays and Tuesdays from 7am to 6 pm. The nanny provides safe, engaging care for our child, planning fun activities that support development. Light housekeeping tasks, such as tidying up play areas, preparing food for baby,... More

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$28–33/hr
West Babylon, NY • 10 miles away

Nanny Needed for Three Children, Meal...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Looking for a long term, live-out nanny on the books (paid via a weekly payroll)
Schedule: Monday thru Thursday: 7am-6:15pm
*Overtime pay for all time over 40 hours
Rate: negotiable based on experience
Responsibilities:
Care for 3 children: 4 year old (will be 5 in sept), 2 year old, and a... More

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$18–22/hr
Garden City, NY • 24 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring and reliable nanny for our infant starting around October, 2025. The schedule is full time with weekday availability in the early mornings, daytime, and afternoons. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and engaging the child in age-appropriate activities. The nanny... More

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$15–20/hr
Plainview, NY • 16 miles away

3 days per week with 6 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello! Looking for a nanny for my 6 month old. Need someone from Tuesday to Thursday 9-5 pm. Would like someone who has previous experience with children this age. Thank you!

Age appropriate activities, feeding , baby laundry and tidying up baby space

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$20–25/hr
Selden, NY • 11 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Kids, Flexible...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We seek a caring and reliable nanny for two children, ages toddler and middle school. The job starts on June 16, 2025, with flexible hours in the early mornings, daytime, afternoons, and evenings on weekdays. Responsibilities include supervising play, assisting with homework, preparing meals, and... More

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$20/hr
Freeport, NY • 22 miles away

Wonderful Baldwin family looking for a...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Brought to you by Family Concierge: Wonderful Baldwin family looking for a full-time nanny for their 18-month-old daughter! They are looking for a patient, calm, loving, experienced caregiver for their Christian daughter, who is of Jamaican descent. They are looking for care Monday-Friday from... More

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$22–30/hr
West Islip, NY • 7 miles away

Looking for Long-Term Nanny for Adorable...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny for our 15 month old daughter with a flexible start date. Ideal hours are from 8am - 4pm M-F, but open to discussing. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, and performing light housekeeping such as tidying up and light laundry.... More

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$18–22/hr
Huntington Station, NY • 11 miles away

Nanny for Toddler Needed: Meals, Light...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We seek a responsible nanny to care for our toddler starting in August. The schedule for August is flexible. Starting SeptemberC schedule will be sept to Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8:15am - 3:45 pm. Nanny will provide a safe and engaging environment, prepare meals/snacks, and attend to... More

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$18–25/hr
West Islip, NY • 7 miles away

Nanny needed for 3 y/o girl, September...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

*This position is for a September start and will follow a teachers schedule*
We are looking for a sitter/nanny for our 3 year old daughter for 3-5 days a week, Approx. 7:30-4:00PM. We mainly need care for our daughter, however the job would also include driving our 8 year old son to and from... More

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Why are nanny taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a nanny?

When do nannies work?

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What are things nannies do with kids?

How can nannies make extra money?

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