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
Cardington, OH • 25 miles away

Backup care nannies needed in Cardington...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Hi, Quality Nanny Placements is currently hiring on call/temp nannies in the Cardington, Ohio area. We offer: Competitive hourly rates Free CPR/First Aid training & flexible schedules.
If you would be interested in hearing more about our agency and backup care program, please respond with a contact... More

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$30–40/hr
New Albany, OH • 16 miles away

ENERGETIC + CONFIDENT NANNY NEEDED FOR...

4 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

A high-achieving and lively family in New Albany, OH is seeking a long-term nanny to nurture their four children aged 4.5, 3, 22 months, and 4 months. With their eldest child in school for the majority of the day and plans for their 3-year-old to attend school half days 3 days per week starting... More

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$21–25/hr
Columbus, OH • 11 miles away

Short term sitter for 1 lovely infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

Looking for a 3 day/week nanny for our infant to prolong transition to daycare.
Watch, feed, and care for 3 month old baby girl. Small dog will be at home but no care required.
Mondays-Wednesdays, 745a-345a

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$20–25/hr
Powell, OH • Less than a mile

Part-time nanny for four kids in Powell

4 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekends Daytime Weekends Evenings

Hello ? We have four kids, ages 1-9 and need help assisting dad Tuesday & Thursday evenings as well as every other weekend. We live in Powell.
Light housekeeping, light meal preparation, folding laundry, occasionally taking the kids to activities etc. Would prefer someone who can travel for yearly... More

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$18–26/hr
New Albany, OH • 16 miles away

Part time nanny for one infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking for help with our daughter (born June 2024) while both parents work at home during the week
Watch our daughter while parents work, including play, feed, etc. Would love someone with experience working with infants

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$22–26/hr
Columbus, OH • 17 miles away

Daytime care for 6 month old twins

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Our family expanded by 2 in July. We have 4 month old twins and need daytime care for them at the start of the new calendar year. We both work from home and need the daytime dedicated to our jobs. Our 13 yr old daughter does not need care and enjoys starting her return home from school giving the... More

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$20–25/hr
Columbus, OH • 9 miles away

Backup care nannies needed in Columbus OH...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Hi, Quality Nanny Placements is currently hiring on call/temp nannies in the Columbus, OH area. We offer: Competitive hourly rates Free CPR/First Aid training & flexible schedules.
If you would be interested in hearing more about our agency and backup care program, please respond with a contact... More

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$18–23/hr
Marysville, OH • 16 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for active infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking for a part-time sitter for a few days a week for an actively crawling/standing infant. Must be comfortable with cats and a dog.

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$20–24/hr
Plain City, OH • 12 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for 5 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We are a growing family - with 2 kids. We need help with our 5 month old who is currently not going to daycare.
We would need help with playtime, nap time, diaper changes, feeds, and overall assistance with the baby when Mom and Dad are working.
For the short term we are looking for part-time... More

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$22–26/hr
Columbus, OH • 14 miles away

Daytime sitter for energetic girls.

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Hi. I'm a single mother of 2, ages 2 and 3. They're energetic and very intelligent.

In home childcare needed throughout the week, days vary for my daughters.

Just want to start with a day or two, preferably to introduce myself and daughters t9 the process.

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$21–25/hr
Grove City, OH • 20 miles away

Part-time nanny for baby girl! (Dog...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Day-time Weekdays Before School

We are first time parents! We have a fur baby, too— he is a 3 year old cattle dog mix named Rip :)
We are looking for a nanny to watch our baby girl regularly on Wednesday or Thursday between ~8am-5pm. She will be about 3 months old. We would like for our nanny to come to our home. My husband works... More

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$16–18/hr
Columbus, OH • 9 miles away

Full-time nanny para la familia Garcia

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Hola, somos la familia Garcia. En febrero recibimos a nuestra nueva bebe. Los padres son muy trabajadores. El padre es dueño de negocio de declaraciones de impuestos y la madre trabaja de casa en su tienda digital. El bebe mayor tiene 18 meses y es muy energetico.
La nana debe hacerse cargo... More

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$18–22/hr
Centerburg, OH • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We are a fun Christian family with two young boys, ages 3 and 2. Mom works from home.
We are looking for a positive, fun-loving person to play with our boys downstairs while Mom works upstairs. They love to spend time outside.
We are looking for help from
7:00 to 12:30, M-F.

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$15–20/hr
Columbus, OH • 11 miles away

Nanny for first time parents of one child

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are first time parents looking for a nanny Tuesday - Thursday for 9 hours a day from 8:30am-6:00pm. We have an awesome puppy named chase who is 3 years old and is very trained. We live in Upper Arlington in a small quiet condo complex!
We are looking for someone to start in December when we both... More

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