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.

$10–11/hr
Cuyahoga Falls, OH • 24 miles away

Full time sitter mon-Friday for two...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello I have two kids my daughter is age 5 and my son is age 4 they are both super outgoing and love to have fun

I really just need my sitter to watch my kids while I’m at work while preparing meals for them and take the to do something fun here and there to get them out the house from time to time More

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$10–20/hr
Cleveland, OH • 21 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 • 23 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 • 16 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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$15–21/hr
Cleveland, OH • 24 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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$15–18/hr
Brunswick, OH • 5 miles away

Part-time sitter - 3 days per week

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

My sister and I are looking for a sitter to assist our mom in the care of our kids, in her home!

The kids:
3 yr old boy, 3 yr old girl, 1 year old girl.

We are hoping to find someone with a genuine love for fostering children's growth and development!
Our sitter will work together with... More

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$10–25/hr
Avon, OH • 15 miles away

Reliable Nanny Needed for Elementary Child...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We have a VERY active 6yo bold. We seek a reliable and caring nanny starting June 9, 2025, with a flexible schedule. Responsibilities include driving the child to activities, preparing meals and snacks, providing sick care, and performing light housekeeping tasks. The ideal candidate has their own... More

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$15–19/hr
Akron, OH • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for High School Kids -...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

We seek an energetic nanny starting on June 18, 2025, to help with transport for 2 busy (sports, music, etc). high school kids that don’t yet drive. The nanny works weekdays during the day, afternoons, and evenings. Responsibilities include driving the kids to activities, preparing meals and snacks,... More

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$19–23/hr
Cuyahoga Falls, OH • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Children with Special...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring nanny for two children, ages toddler and preschool. The start date is June 9, 2025, with flexible hours during early mornings, daytime, and afternoons on weekdays. Responsibilities include providing safe transportation, preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, and... More

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$37–41/hr
Rocky River, OH • 16 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Two Toddlers:...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays Weekends Daytime

We seek a caring nanny for two toddlers starting May 29, 2025. The nanny works weekday mornings and days, along with weekend days. Duties include managing bedtime routines, providing safe transportation for the children, and assisting with homework as they grow. The ideal candidate is responsible,... More

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$20–25/hr
Hinckley, OH • 10 miles away

Nanny Needed for Three Children with Light...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We seek a caring nanny for our three children: a toddler, a preschooler, and an elementary-aged child. The schedule includes weekday mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekend days and evenings. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, supporting bedtime routines, and doing light... More

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$20–30/hr
Cleveland, OH • 20 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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$25–32/hr
Cleveland, OH • 24 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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$16–18/hr
Cuyahoga Falls, OH • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for newborn baby boy!

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Hi! My husband and I are expecting our first baby boy in August! We are looking for childcare for him when I return to work sometime in November. I am a nurse so we will require care 1-3 days/week with a varying schedule.

We would love for our little one to be able to stay in his own environment... More

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