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.

$15–20/hr
Olive Branch, MS • 22 miles away

Part-time nanny for 13yo girl

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Hi! Our family includes Daly, my thirteen year old daughter, me, my fiance, our dog, and our three cats.
Three days a week, I would like a nanny to come in the morning to prepare breakfast. Help with home tidying, small errands, taking Daly to appointments, monitoring Daly’s virtual school... More

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$10–16/hr
Olive Branch, MS • 22 miles away

Full-time for 1 busy bee toddler.

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Weekends Daytime Day-time Weekdays

Hi I am looking for someone to take care of my 2 yr.old so I can work.
I need someone to pick him up and watch him in their home if possible. Feed him breakfast and lunch.
I work at a nursing home in Olive Branch from 6am to 2pm five days a week.

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$10–21/hr
Memphis, TN • 9 miles away

Part-time sitter for newborn baby

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Evenings Weekday Evenings

Looking for a responsible individual to care after my baby between the hrs of 11pm-4am.

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$19–23/hr
Horn Lake, MS • 16 miles away

Fulltimesitter for 1 toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Daytime After School

I have 2 kids and I am a nurse.i hav been in Hornlake since 2007. I am looking for a person that is Hispanic that is fluent in English and Spanish
Babysit mornings until I get off work. Change diapers feed the toddler.

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$18–22/hr
Memphis, TN • 9 miles away

Nancy or babysitter

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School

I need babysitter or Nancy. To watch my baby from 730 to 6 pm. And preparing meal for her and on Saturday I work Saturday morning I need to somebody to cook and cleaning the house for me

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$10–17/hr
Olive Branch, MS • 22 miles away

Full time sitter for energetic 2 year old...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Evenings Weekday Evenings More...

My son August who is two my daughter April who is 8 months. He loves his sister but is a bit much at times.
Care for them while I’m at work feed them teach my son how to use the potty and learn how to talk
I stay in olive branch ms 7 minutes from the Walmart my work schedule is different every week

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$15–18/hr
Millington, TN • 20 miles away

Part-time loving nanny

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We have a sweet 10-month-old baby boy who loves to be cuddled and laugh. We are 2 working parents (mom works from home) that needs a helping hand. We do have a golden retriever.

The caregiver will be looking after our son mostly while mom is on work meetings. There is light housekeeping just for... More

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$10–18/hr
Memphis, TN • 10 miles away

Compassionate Nanny for 3 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School After School

Hello! Im a first time mom working from home looking for a nanny to assist me through out the they with my 3 month old.
My baby is breast fed so most bottles will be freshly pumped or need to be thawed out from freezer. I prefer for him to development activities throughout the day. But for the most... More

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$18–22/hr
Memphis, TN • 14 miles away

Full Time sitter during week for 2 year old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

Babysit 2 year old girl Monday - Friday 6:30 am to 6:30pm

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$10–15/hr
Memphis, TN • 12 miles away

Full time sitter for 1 toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Weekends Evenings Weekday Evenings

She very well mannered. She’s potty trained she aslo goes to school she 4 years old her name is jakaria she love doing girly girl things..

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$25–26/hr
Memphis, TN • 15 miles away

Part time nanny for 2 boys ages 3 and 14

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

I have 2 boys Dallas is 3 and Maalik is 14. Dallas is still in daycare and Maalik goes to middle school and plays basketball.
I would need to sitter to possibly take the kids to school in the morning. Pick up the kids from school at 4 and 430. I would also need errands ran and food picked up for... More

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$17–22/hr
Memphis, TN • 15 miles away

Part time sitter for our 2 1/2 month old...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

Just the three of us, Lauren, Lucas and Lottie! We are a chill household and honestly just want our little to be loved while we are at work.Dad works full time and I will be part time, about three days a week. We may only need you for two days, But would always work on the schedule ahead of... More

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$18–20/hr
Memphis, TN • 19 miles away

Family seeking a Christian sitter

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekday Evenings

Hi, we are a very relaxed and inviting family. My wife and I are full time pastors and need someone to assist watching our beautiful daughter during the Christmas season.

Assist with watching and caring for our daughter. Playing with her, taking her to park, Christian learning videos, feeding... More

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$20–24/hr
Marion, AR • 5 miles away

Sitter/nanny for two toddlers

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

5 children ages 16,13,10, 4, 4 one boy one girl. I only need care for the two 4 year olds
Tend to the two 4 year olds after school and fix dinner, light housekeeping
im Located in Marion Arkansas. My schedule will be 3 days per week usually no weekends are necessary

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