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.

$25–32/hr
Cleveland, OH • 16 miles away

KNOWLEDGEABLE + PROACTIVE LIVE-IN...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

In this role, the nanny will be responsible for preparing family meals and bottles/meals for the newborn, safely handling and storing breastmilk, cleaning up after meals, changing diapers, providing sick care if needed, and taking the baby to doctor or therapist appointments. Additional duties will... More

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$20–26/hr
Cleveland, OH • 7 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant, Prepares Meals,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School After School

upporting with childcare and light housekeeping / Mealprep.
Our son is 9-month-old and we are expecting another baby boy end of October.

Husband is traveling quite a bit and wife needs support at home.
We are looking for someone as longterm support to join our family. We are both German, lived in... More

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$20–25/hr
Willoughby, OH • 8 miles away

Ongoing part-time care of adorable infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We are a family of six looking for care for our infant son with Down syndrome. The other kiddos are school age and are active in sports. Mom works from home and dad works outside of the house.

Typical infant care and light housekeeping help such as folding laundry, wiping down countertops just... More

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$22–27/hr
Chagrin Falls, OH • 10 miles away

Nanny Needed for Four Young Children with...

4 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School After School

We seek a caring and responsible nanny for four children in preschool and elementary school. The job starts on or around July 7, 2025, with a flexible start time. The nanny works during weekdays, roughly 8:30-5. Responsibilities include driving the children to activities, preparing meals and snacks,... More

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$10–20/hr
Cleveland, OH • 16 miles away

Full time with two amazing boys who’s full...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Weekday Evenings Before School More...

Hey, I’m currently looking for someone
Who enjoy being around children (3 and 7 years old) while I work 7am-7pm the days I’ll need assistance will be July 10th-July 11th July 13th-14th July 16-18th.

-Make breakfast (my boys not a big breakfast eater they love cereal and fruit)
-Cook a small... More

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$10–36/hr
Cleveland, OH • 17 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care on Weekday...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny for our infant starting September 1, 2025. The schedule includes daytime hours on weekdays, with flexibility on the start date. The nanny will provide attentive care, including feeding, diaper changing, and engaging activities to support development. The candidate must have... More

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$33–37/hr
Brecksville, OH • 21 miles away

Flexible Nanny Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a reliable nanny for two children, an infant and a toddler. The job starts on June 30, 2025, with flexible hours during weekdays. Responsibilities include caring for the children, preparing meals and snacks, and engaging them in age-appropriate activities. The nanny will handle light laundry... More

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$15–20/hr
Cleveland, OH • 7 miles away

Nanny for Infant in Daytime Weekdays,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are looking for a caring and reliable nanny starting June 5, 2025, for our infant during daytime weekdays. The nanny provides attentive childcare, engages the child in age-appropriate activities, and ensures their safety. Responsibilities include light laundry and being comfortable with pets. The... More

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$15–21/hr
Cleveland, OH • 14 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Children, Light...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Daytime Weekends Evenings Weekday Evenings

We seek a reliable nanny to care for two children, ages preschool and elementary. The start date is flexible, with a starting time of 6:54 AM on June 10, 2025. The nanny will work weekday evenings and available weekends. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, assisting with homework,... More

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$33–50/hr
Cleveland, OH • 11 miles away

Nanny needed for two children before and...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School After School Weekday Evenings

We are looking for a responsible and energetic nanny for our two children, an infant and a soon-to-be second grader, starting ASAP.

We need coverage before and after school from 6 AM - 8 AM and from 3 PM - 7 PM (guaranteed pay until 7 PM, will usually end earlier but depends on when work lets us... More

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$33–50/hr
Cleveland, OH • 11 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Children, Flexible...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School After School Weekday Evenings

We are looking for a responsible and energetic nanny for our two children, an infant and a soon-to-be second grader, starting ASAP.

We need coverage before and after school from 6 AM - 8 AM and from 3 PM - 7 PM (guaranteed pay until 7 PM, will usually end earlier). This could be as a single... More

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$20–27/hr
Chesterland, OH • Less than a mile

Nanny Needed for Infant Care 2:00 PM to...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekday Evenings

We seek a caring nanny to start on July 16, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The position involves caring for one infant 20 hours a week for the hours of 2:00-6:00 PM. Disclaimer: This is not a Summertime only position, the goal is to grow with us.

Responsibilities include engaging the child in... More

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$27–31/hr
Wickliffe, OH • 8 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Infant in Flexible...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny for our infant starting July 1, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The nanny works weekday mornings and daytime hours. Responsibilities include feeding, changing, and soothing the baby, as well as engaging in play and activities that promote development. The ideal candidate... More

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$20–30/hr
Cleveland, OH • 19 miles away

3 days a week (8 hours a day) sitter for a...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are a family of three with no pets. Our son is seven months old. We are looking for someone to take care of him while we work from home. We

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