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.

$12–15/hr
San Antonio, TX • 13 miles away

Part-time Sitter for baby while I Work...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We have two kids but I am only needing help with 2.5 mo as return to work.
I will need help taking care of baby while I work from home W-F. My hours at work are 7-4 with hour lunch but I can flexible with start time. I am breastfeeding so I will be able to assist with feeding. However if I get... More

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$18–22/hr
Boerne, TX • 9 miles away

Full time sitter for newborn

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello, I am seeking childcare for my newborn while I work in the same location.
Tend to the babies needs, light housework, Personal assistant work to mother while baby is asleep.
Boerne, Tx. Full time M-F.

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$18–27/hr
Waring, TX • 16 miles away

Seeking Nanny for Two Wonderful Boys

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are an incredibly busy couple scaling our company. We have his parents here as caregivers for our two wonderful boys, but they no longer drive.
We are looking for someone who will help enrich our children's lives through learning and exposure to the world. This may include tumbling, music... More

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$10–30/hr
Macdona, TX • 19 miles away

In home care provider for Infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

Mon-Fri in home provider

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$10–20/hr
San Antonio, TX • 17 miles away

Full-time nanny for 4 month old infant,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are new to San Antonio (moved here with the military for medical training). Originally from WA state. Mom and dad both work full time in the medical field. We are interested in hiring a nanny rather than pursuing daycare primarily because of our child’s young age.

Seeking in-home care for our... More

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$18–24/hr
San Antonio, TX • 10 miles away

Part-time nanny for 6yo and 6month old

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We have a 6yo boy that attends 1st grade, 6month old baby girl, and a very friendly little dog that we need help taking care of. My husband and I work different hours of the day, but would need help on M, W, TH.
We would need help with staying at home with baby plus school pick up for our son in the... More

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$14–18/hr
San Antonio, TX • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for fun loving 5 year old...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello! We have a 5 year old son who is incredibly sweet, smart and excited about all the little wonders of life. He has been in school and daycare since age 1. He started pre-k last month and was really overwhelmed. He struggled with interacting with other kids for years and we are now figuring out... More

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$12–15/hr
Helotes, TX • Less than a mile

Part-time Weekend babysitter

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Daytime Weekends Evenings

Young family looking for an experienced babysitter who can help with our two kids long term (atleast half year)
Someone who is reliable and experienced with infant and toddler age. Sitter will need to prep meals, put to bed, keep them engaged, change diaper and anything child related.
Friday date... More

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$15–28/hr
Waring, TX • 16 miles away

Looking for long term nanny assisting with...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Neurvidverse and LGBTA+ family. Ages 5, 5 and just turned All 3 homeschooled with a co-op on Mondays and Thursdays with BACH in Bo
We hope that the sitter will assist in lessons, paperwork and carrying out achedemics along with supplemental materials from the library. Light house keeping as it... More

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$18–22/hr
Castroville, TX • 20 miles away

Full-Time Nanny

5+ children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

The Hodge family! Full of Love and Light, positive outlook on everything we do
I need a nanny who is full of energy and has structure and very structured. Has to be organized and pays attention to detail. Nanny will have to be experienced with working with 5 children ranging from newborn to 8 years... More

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$16–25/hr
San Antonio, TX • 14 miles away

Infant Nanny needed

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Our son is 7 months old.

He is a healthy, happy baby with no special health needs. He takes a bottle every 2-3 hours and gets solids twice a day. He usually wakes up around 7 and takes a morning and afternoon nap.

Looking for someone active and loving to keep him occupied, engaged and on a... More

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$10–20/hr
San Antonio, TX • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for a infant and toddler

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Weekends Evenings

Hello I’m looking for a nanny/sitter for my infant and toddler. My infant is learning to walk loves to play with her brother. My toddler loves to laugh loves to run and play hide n seek..

You are expected to be loving,patient,and kind there rally good kids full of life and laughter..

I’m in the... More

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$18–22/hr
San Antonio, TX • 24 miles away

One child under 1 very sweet

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Loves to eat and play. Sleeps most of the day

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$13–18/hr
San Antonio, TX • 23 miles away

Part time help for a sweet, curious 2 year...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

First time parents to a 2 year old (26 months) mom works from home and dad works away.
Entertainment for a 2 year old, prepare breakfast and lunch and handle nap time.
Looking for 3 times a week Tuesday thru Thursday from 9am to 5pm. Located east side san antonio

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