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.

$20–25/hr
Pomona, NY • 17 miles away

Overnight Nanny Needed for infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekday Evenings

I am a night shift healthcare worker looking for a caring, nuturing, attentive, any reliable nanny for a 6 month old. The schedule is 2 days a week, with a late afternoon start time. The nanny should have their own car and must have experience. Responsibilities include preparing bottles and snacks,... More

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$31–32/hr
Scarsdale, NY • 16 miles away

ABIGAIL MADISON AGENCY NANNY NEEDED...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekday Evenings

NANNY NEEDED in Westchester County, NY $1,700 a week! Very Nice Family Needs long-term & very energetic driving nanny nanny- very reliable & safety oriented driving nanny is needed Mon-Fri 53 hours a week for a 2 year old & an almost 4 yr old! Some days you work 11 hours a day, other days you work... More

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$28–31/hr
Scarsdale, NY • 16 miles away

ABIGAILMADISON AGENCY NANNY NEEDED...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

NANNY NEEDED IN SCARSDALE NY $1,550-$1,600 a week for 52 hours! Nanny can choose live-out or live-out. Mon-Fri some days 7am-5:30pm, other days 7am-7pm. Kind & Wonderful Family Needs long-term loving nanny- highly responsible, safety conscious, engaging nanny! Family provides car for you to drive... More

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$19–24/hr
Fairfield, CT • 24 miles away

Flexible Childcare Positions

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Enjoy caring for children on a daily basis? Love never being bored and learning each day? Do work you LOVE with a company that CARES!

HOW IT WORKS: We receive requests for nannies in CT, we assign you different nanny jobs each day, and then you show up and engage the child in a fun day! Pay is... More

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$18–22/hr
Ramsey, NJ • 25 miles away

Need a nanny for our7-month old boy...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School After School Day-time Weekdays

Hi!
We're looking for a reliable and caring nanny to take care of our child starting mid-October (he'll be 7 months then).

Flu/COVID/Tdap vaccinated individuals with references preferred.

Main focus will be infant care - playing, holding, feeding (meals would already be prepared), and diaper... More

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$21–27/hr
South Salem, NY • 10 miles away

Nanny for Infant: Meal Prep, Light...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring nanny for our infant starting July 1, 2025. The schedule is flexible during weekday days and afternoons. Responsibilities include providing safe supervision, preparing meals and snacks, and maintaining a clean environment through light housekeeping and laundry for the child. The... More

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$20–25/hr
Bedford, NY • 4 miles away

Nanny needed for 10yo twins in Bedford/Armonk

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School After School

We are looking for a before and after school nanny for our 10yo twin boys in Bedford. Up to 40hrs if preferred.

School transport/pickup, local sports transportation, homework help, light meal prep. Opportunity for more hours if preferred.

630-9am, 3-6pm required, others optional.

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$20–35/hr
Westport, CT • 19 miles away

Nanny Needed for Preschool Child:...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School

We seek a nanny starting June 20, 2025, for weekday afternoons. The role involves caring for one preschool-age child. Responsibilities include driving the child, preparing meals and snacks, doing light housekeeping, running errands, and handling light laundry. The candidate must have their own car... More

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$24–28/hr
Pound Ridge, NY • 8 miles away

Nanny for 2-3 days/week in Pound Ridge NY

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

We are seeking a nanny who would like to work with our family long term. We need someone who is able to work on Tuesdays and Thursdays from about 11-7pm (start hour flexible). This position involves caring for two children, ages 3.5 and 1.5. Duties include engaging the children in age-appropriate... More

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$29–30/hr
Tenafly, NJ • 23 miles away

ABIGAIL MADISON AGENCY NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Nanny / Housekeeper Needed Tenafly NJ $1,200-$1,250 per week Mon-Fri live-out 9:30am-5:30pm & start 1 hour earlier on Tuesday at 8:30am. Applicants@Amstaffing.biz Must drive, you don't need a car. Super nice family! Responsible, reliable, very energetic, fun, patient & flexible long-term! You'll do... More

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$25–30/hr
Scarsdale, NY • 16 miles away

Full-time experienced Nanny. 2y old & 3m...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Responsibilities include providing attentive & compassionate care, Plan & engage in age-appropriate activities/educational play, Maintain daily routines (meals, naps, hygiene, potty training), Prepare healthy meals/snacks for kids, Light housekeeping related to kids (tidying play areas, laundry,... More

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$23–30/hr
Beacon, NY • 23 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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$36–38/hr
Larchmont, NY • 19 miles away

ABIGAIL MADISON AGENCY WEEKEND...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Daytime Weekends Evenings

WEEKEND HOUSEKEEPER / NANNY NEEDED LARCHMONT, NY $36-$38 PER HR Very kind & nice family in Westchester family needs compassionate driving nanny / housekeeper. Must drive. Should be active & fun with 2 older kids ages 11 & 12 . Saturday & Sunday (8am-7pm) you'll live-out weekends during school year 9... More

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$26–27/hr
Larchmont, NY • 19 miles away

NANNY / HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED LARCHMONT, NY –...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekday Evenings

NANNY / HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED VERY NICE FAMILY LARCHMONT, NY 55 Hours $1,400 - $1,500 A Week Fluent English is required. Family would love a nanny who speaks fluent Tagalog or Spanish, 30% of job is home cleaning when kids are in school, light easy cooking & family laundry. 70% childcare, playing with... More

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