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.

$18–25/hr
Grapevine, TX • 23 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care on Weekdays...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring and responsible nanny to care for our infant starting on August 21, 2025. The job requires weekday daytime and afternoon hours. The nanny will provide a safe and nurturing environment, prepare meals, change diapers, and engage in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate is... More

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$20–24/hr
Argyle, TX • 18 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care, Meal Prep,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are looking for a caring and responsible nanny for our infant. The position starts on July 31, 2025, with flexible timing. The nanny works weekday mornings, afternoons, and evenings, as well as weekends during the day. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, putting the child to bed,... More

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$18–22/hr
Keller, TX • 15 miles away

Nanny Needed for One Preschool Child with...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring and reliable nanny for one preschool-aged child starting on June 24, 2025. The nanny works during weekday afternoons and has experience with special needs. Responsibilities include supervising and engaging the child in fun and educational activities, preparing snacks, and ensuring... More

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$10–12/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 22 miles away

Infant Nanny Needed, CPR Certified,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

I am seeking a caring, dependable, experienced nanny to care for my newborn daughter starting DECEMBER 2025.

This role is perfect for a retiree, stay at home mom, or someone looking for steady side income. Reliable transportation to my home is required.

Duties: feeding, changing, soothing,... More

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$18–22/hr
Denton, TX • 21 miles away

Full time bilingual nanny (Spanish) for a...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello! We are looking for a full time nanny for our toddler, Luke. I work from home and my wife right now works night shifts so we just need an extra hand to help out as we will both be present often in the apartment.

We are looking for a bilingual nanny who helps prepare meals and to read to him... More

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$15–20/hr
Keller, TX • 15 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Preschool Children...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a nanny to care for two preschool children starting on July 8, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with daytime hours on weekdays. The nanny provides a safe and engaging environment, plans activities, prepares meals, and assists with daily routines. The ideal candidate has experience caring for... More

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$10–12/hr
Bedford, TX • 24 miles away

Part time nanny for 6 yr old boy needed...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School

Single mom needs a caring person for a 6 yr old
boy to make him ready for school and drop off.

Hours will be super early since my work schedule are the wee hours of early morning (3AM till 7AM).

Area will be Bedford, TX and school is not that far in Euless area maybe like 5 miles.

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$14–16/hr
Haslet, TX • 10 miles away

Part-time nanny, with the option to...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Weekends Daytime Day-time Weekdays

Hi there! The Smith family is so excited to meet you!!

We are a family of 5, with a son Walker who’s 3yrs old and twin girls Ryan and Riley who are 2yrs old. We love to play outside, visit the zoo, eat at restaurants and spend time as a family.

We are seeking a part time nanny, with the... More

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$18–22/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 15 miles away

Nanny Needed for Five Kids: Tutoring, Meal...

5+ children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays Weekends Daytime

We need a caring and responsible nanny for our five children, aged toddler to elementary. You start on June 16, 2025, and work weekday mornings, weekdays during the day, and some weekends. Your main duties include tutoring to support learning, preparing nutritious meals and snacks, assisting with... More

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$18–22/hr
Colleyville, TX • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care, Meal Prep,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekends Daytime

We are looking for a caring and reliable nanny for our infant starting July 8, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The nanny works weekday afternoons and weekends during the day. Responsibilities include caring for our child, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. The... More

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$14–19/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 15 miles away

Nanny Needed for Three Children, Meal...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We seek a nanny to care for three children, ages preschool to middle school, starting on June 8, 2025. The schedule includes weekday early mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekend evenings. The nanny prepares meals and snacks, assists with bedtime routines, drives the children to activities, and... More

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$17–20/hr
Keller, TX • 15 miles away

NEEDED: Faithfilled Loving Special Needs...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Weekday Evenings Weekends Daytime More...

EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY
in Keller

- $17-20.00/hr

- Faith based family needs loving faithful Special Needs Caregiver for their 10yr AMAZING Twins

- PT (min28hrs) must fill asap
- FT (min38hrs plus option for medical reimbursement)

-Special Needs w/AUTISM a PLUS

- FT can get monthly med... More

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$18–21/hr
Keller, TX • 15 miles away

NEEDED:Amazing Caregiver for Amazing...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Weekday Evenings Weekends Daytime More...

Great opportunity for a special needs caregiver to join our faith based family as we celebrate teaching and learning life skills with the Twins as they continue to thrive! 6am-2pm or 12-7pm

Daily tasks include all basic life skills that can be taught & we can overlook or simply take for granted.... More

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$19–21/hr
Keller, TX • 15 miles away

NEEDED➡️Awesome SPECIAL NEEDS CAREGIVER...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are a family of strong faith & lots of fun w/ Two AMAZING 10yr old special needs BOYS who are the love of our lives soon to bring you lots of joy in your life too! Our journey is about making strong relationships that will help them learn & develop skills they can utilize effectively every day to... More

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