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.

$18–20/hr
Grand Prairie, TX • 25 miles away

Part Time Sitter for Two Kids

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Before School Weekday Evenings

A little about us: My wife and I are both healthcare workers with unique schedules. There are days we will need help due to overlapping schedules. We have two little ones, one is almost 6 years old and the other just turned 3 years old.

We are looking for someone who has/is:

✅ Experience with... More

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$18–20/hr
Grand Prairie, TX • 25 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 kids

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School After School Weekday Evenings

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$12–15/hr
Grand Prairie, TX • 25 miles away

Part Time Nanny for 9 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Hi we’re the Pratts a little family of 3 living with our in laws. My husband and I both work from home but need help caring for our 9 month old

Help our 9 month old stay on schedule with fun activities and light meals and snacks prepared.

We will need a nanny 2-3 days a week Monday through... More

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$12–15/hr
Mansfield, TX • 25 miles away

Full time sitter for my son and dog. I...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

Single mom looking for full time care for my 8 year old son and 9 year old English bulldog

Housekeeping, driving to and from school, making meals, bedtime routines and taking care of my dog.

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$20–24/hr
Red Oak, TX • 10 miles away

Part-time, temp nanny for infant twins WFH...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We both work from home and are seeking a part-time, temp nanny to work with our baby boys approx. 20 hours per week during the core of the day, M-R. Boys are 4 months, born preemies and bottle fed. Looking for help through July.

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$12–17/hr
Grandview, TX • 24 miles away

3 days a week sitter for 1 newborn

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are both working parents and need infant care 3 days a week. We both commute to Fort Worth and have 10 hour work days. We would love someone to put our minds at easy that our new baby is well cared for when we return to work after she is born.
Basic infant care. Feeding, diapering, nap time,... More

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$23–27/hr
Dallas, TX • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for kids ages 8-11

4 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Read stories, play time, and do activities with kids. Mom will be there but unable to attend to kids while working.

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$18–20/hr
Red Oak, TX • 10 miles away

Fulltime sitter for highly musical family!

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Hi We are the ZamarYah's!
Very important for our sitter to align with our religious rules.
We are a very musical family and we love each other! 2 Daughters, 2 cats (outdoors)
We need a sitter to look after our children Monday through Friday from 8am to 6pm while we work. Light laundry, meals,... More

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$15–18/hr
Mansfield, TX • 25 miles away

4-day nanny for a 4 month old baby boy

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School

I am looking for someone to watch my sweet baby boy, Shawn, who is 4 months old, while I work from home. Shawn is our only child along with our Scottish Fold cat, Alfy.
Diaper changes, feed, play, baby's laundry, organize baby toys, wash baby's dishes, etc.
Monday-Thursday, approximately 7:30am-2:30pm. More

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$12–15/hr
Mansfield, TX • 25 miles away

Looking for a part time nanny!

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekday Evenings Before School

My son is an 11 year old autistic boy. He is a very happy boy and is very self sufficient.

I need someone to watch him in the evenings and put him to bed at bedtime. Stay at the house until he gets on the bus in the morning. You will have your own bedroom.

I work overnight and will need you to be... More

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$10–15/hr
Desoto, TX • 16 miles away

Part time at home care

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Family with two kids, while only one needs care while I work from home
Watch, entertainment for toddler, light snacks or Meal prep for toddler
Looking for part time, twice a week

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Part Time Sitter for Two Kids

Part Time Sitter for Two Kids

Part time sitter for 2 kids

Part time sitter for 2 kids

Part Time Nanny for 9 month old

Part Time Nanny for 9 month old

Full time sitter for my son and dog. I...

Full time sitter for my son and dog. I...

Part-time, temp nanny for infant twins WFH...

Part-time, temp nanny for infant twins WFH...

3 days a week sitter for 1 newborn

3 days a week sitter for 1 newborn

Part-time sitter for kids ages 8-11

Part-time sitter for kids ages 8-11

Fulltime sitter for highly musical family!

Fulltime sitter for highly musical family!

4-day nanny for a 4 month old baby boy

4-day nanny for a 4 month old baby boy

Looking for a part time nanny!

Looking for a part time nanny!

Part time at home care

Part time at home care

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Why are nanny taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a nanny?

When do nannies work?

How do nannies find jobs?

What are things nannies do with kids?

How can nannies make extra money?

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Why are nanny taxes important?

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What are things nannies do with kids?

How can nannies make extra money?

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