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.

$18–22/hr
Vancouver, WA • 15 miles away

Part time Nanny for 2 Year old boy

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are an interracial family with two children, a 10 year old girl and a 2 year old boy. We both work from home, and are looking to bring in a Nanny to help nurture, play with, and teach our son in the morning. We have two cats.
Our dream Nanny is a loving, nurturing figure that spends time playing,... More

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$18–19/hr
Vancouver, WA • 18 miles away

Weekends sitter for 1 energetic toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Daytime Weekends Evenings

If it’s in their place will be better. I live in a small apartment, my family is very respectful, and kind, if that’s okay with you going to my place.
Worry about just the baby pretty much. Play with him, And be trusting and kind.
The park at mill plain apartments/ 7am- 12am Saturdays and Sundays... More

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$20–23/hr
Portland, OR • 23 miles away

Nanny to grow with our family

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Our household consists of two parents in tech who are fortunate to work from home, and our 6-month-old infant. We are a family that values the outdoors and fostering a warm and loving environment for our child.

We are committed to providing our son with a nurturing and enriching environment that... More

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$20–25/hr
Portland, OR • 24 miles away

Nannies needed in the Portland, OR area

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Hi, Quality Nanny Placements is currently hiring on call/temp nannies in the Portland, OR 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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$20–25/hr
Vancouver, WA • 12 miles away

Nannies needed in the Vancouver, WA area

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Hi, Quality Nanny Placements is currently hiring on call/temp nannies in the Vancouver, WA 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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$18–20/hr
Portland, OR • 19 miles away

Part-time helper for 2 twin infant boys.

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Daytime

Hello! Working mom and dad who have 3 month (soon to be 4 month) old twin boys looking for someone to assist dad with childcare when mom is at work. We have a friendly 10 year old dog.
Strictly childcare duties - feeding, playing, diaper change, putting child down for naps.
Looking for help... More

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$10–11/hr
Portland, OR • 24 miles away

Part time sitting for my daughter even not...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School After School

We are new here in Portland and need a nanny for my daughter, she goes to school
I just want to pick my daughter from home and make her sit safely in the school and drop her safely at home when she returns from school
I live in central Parc Bethany

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$14–25/hr
Vancouver, WA • 10 miles away

Nanny for 2-4 kids. 35-40 hours a week

4 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School

We’ve got four happy, energetic kids! (Boy-8, girl-6, boy-4, girl-2) We’re excited to find someone perfect to help with the kids!

Overview:
Help get two oldest kids out the door and on the bus and care for younger two for first hour.

Drop 4 year old off at preschool at 8:45 and pick up at 11:45.... More

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$18–22/hr
Vancouver, WA • 15 miles away

Part time nanny for 8 and 4 year olds.

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School After School Weekends Daytime

We are a family of 6.
Mom, Dad, Daughter, Son, girl dog, and boy dog.
Get kids up in the morning. Dressed, feed breakfast, brush teeth and hair. Make sure have everything for school ready. Drop to school. Later at 3:30pm pick up daughter and son, bring them home, help with homework/ activity,... More

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$20–25/hr
Portland, OR • 23 miles away

Nannies needed in Hillsboro OR area

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Hi, Quality Nanny Placements is currently hiring on call/temp nannies in the Hillsboro OR 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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$15–20/hr
Portland, OR • 23 miles away

Part Time Nanny for Infant Girl

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Mom: Tracy
Dad: Mike
Son: (3 yo)
Daughter: (3 mos)
Grandmother: Sue
Dog: Mochi

Infant care - change diapers, bring her to me nurse while I work from home, give bottles, take on walks/playground, play, light house work while she naps

Forest Heights/Cedar Mill
Mon-Fri 8am-2:30pm

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$16–22/hr
Vancouver, WA • 19 miles away

Full time nanny for two girls, one is in...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Hello! I have two beautiful girls, 4 & 5. One daughter attends Kindergarten and the other will need at home school instruction from Nanny. I hope this comes across kindly but this is not a babysitting job. This will require food prep, light cooking, light laundry, taking the girls to... More

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$14–16/hr
Portland, OR • 23 miles away

Looking for someone who can provide time...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are a family of four. It will mainly be my 4 year old needing care. I just want him to be able to enjoy his days playing, coloring etc. He currently comes to work with us and it’s so boring for him!
Hang out with him, take him to the park, outside play/bike ride. He’s very smart and he enjoys... More

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$18–22/hr
Camas, WA • 21 miles away

3 day per week Nanny for 4yo and 2yo girls

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Hello, I am Andrea, and I have two little girls in need of a Nanny Mon, Tues and Fri from 9:15-3:15. My daughters are 4 and 2. I work from home in an office/guestroom, so I am available for questions during the day.
I am looking for someone who loves the toddler stage. My girls love arts and... More

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