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.

$21–28/hr
Santee, CA • 15 miles away

Overnight sitter for two homeschooled...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Weekday Evenings Weekends Evenings

We are a military family. Husband is active duty and wife is a civilian nurse. Kids are currently being homeschooled due to frequent relocating with the military lifestyle. We enjoy going to sesame place SeaWorld and the zoo.
We need childcare while we are at work. Will need help with meal and... More

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$18–24/hr
San Marcos, CA • 20 miles away

Part-Time nanny (20 hours per week) needed...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello! We are looking for a part time nanny to join our family starting in January 2025.

* two days a week 8am to ~6pm (~20 hours/ week)
* West San Marcos (San elijo)
* Kids - 3.5 year old and 5 month old
* Pay - $21 for 1 kid, $24 for both (~$1,800 per month)
* infant experience, clean driving... More

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$18–20/hr
Carlsbad, CA • 22 miles away

Respite Sitter

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are an approved respite provider for children with special needs including autism, down syndrome, and cerebral palsy.

Pay range: $17.50 to $18.50 per hour + sibling care bonuses + guaranteed mileage reimbursements ($17.50-$26.50 per hour)
Mileage Reimbursement for each shift
Support,... More

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$17–20/hr
Vista, CA • 24 miles away

Special Needs Sitter - Flexible Hours

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

$17.50 to $18.50 an hour, includes sibling care bonuses, & guaranteed mileage reimbursement for each shift

In our community of honoring essential families and frontline workers, the need and importance of childcare givers has taken on a new necessity. Families are experiencing changes and our... More

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$18–20/hr
Encinitas, CA • 15 miles away

Engaging Nanny

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

If you are engaging, communicative, and friendly, we’d love to hear from you. This position is open to you if you already have experience with children from group settings such as daycare, babysitting, short-term summer nannying, camp counseling, or preschool teaching, or other in-home experience... More

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$18–20/hr
San Marcos, CA • 20 miles away

Daytime Nanny

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Love working with children? Interested in helping a family and guiding the growth and development of their little ones? Do you have the personality and background to engage children and be communicative with parents? If yes, we offer Full-Time and Part-Time positions for caregivers with childcare... More

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$18–22/hr
Escondido, CA • 20 miles away

Full-time nanny for a very easy baby

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Our daughter just turned one and we are looking for a reliable and loving nanny who can care for her, do light housekeeping (cleaning after themselves), make light meals (for the baby and for the family during baby's nap), and light laundry (only folding baby's clothes).
Baby is sleep-trained and... More

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$18–24/hr
Chula Vista, CA • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for 3 boys ( 3, 6, & 11)

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

WFH family seeking assistance with our three boys, ages 3, 6, and 10, Mon- Thurs 9AM to 2PM.
Responsibilities include:
-Helping the boys get ready for the day
-Taking them to their enrichment center & homeschool gatherings.
-Assisting with logging into online classes and providing light homework... More

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$22–26/hr
Encinitas, CA • 15 miles away

Seeking Nanny for Twin Infants in Encinitas

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Seeking a nanny for our twins starting in January 2025. The position would initially be part-time, and would transition to full-time in March.

Requirements:
Infant/child CPR-certified.
Infant/child First Aid-certified.
Non-smoker.
Up-to-date vaccines.
Clear, up-to-date background and criminal... More

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$18–22/hr
Escondido, CA • 20 miles away

Part-time nanny/baby sitter

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Part-time nanny/baby sitter who might be open to nanny share with family in complex. Still determining best timing that works for us as we transition back to work - would be open for discussion.

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$18–22/hr
Encinitas, CA • 15 miles away

Part time Sitter for a Great 2nd...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Daytime After School

My 7 year old daughter Addie, is a fun and energetic 2nd grader at Pacific Rim Elementary school in Carlsbad. We live in Encinitas by Grand View beach and my parents live right around the corner.

Sunday 8:00-5-30
Lunch (provided)
Homework (read for 30. Math cards for 10)
Fun (play dates, parks... More

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$17–25/hr
San Diego, CA • 12 miles away

Part time nanny for 5 month old in-home

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Myself working remotely. My partner Jon who usually cares for our daughter but needs to work out of state for a while.
Help care for 5 month old while I am working remotely. This includes developmental play, walks, feeding, changing diapers, light laundry and feeding.
1:30-4:30 with possibility of... More

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$18–22/hr
San Diego, CA • 11 miles away

Caring Nanny for 8-month-old baby boy

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Looking for a caring Nanny who can work for us full-time from Monday-Friday, typically from 10AM-5PM.

We are located in Scripps Ranch, San Diego.
Our baby will be around 8 months old by the start date.

Nanny job responsibilities include - complete baby care including meal prep for the baby,... More

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$15–20/hr
Chula Vista, CA • 20 miles away

Nanny for 2 year old girl and after school...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time or Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings More...

Hello, I am looking for a nanny for my kids for afterschool and weekends. Mainly for evening duties and light housekeeping. About my family, 3 kids 2 year old girl and 4 and 6 year old boys. The boys are in school and the toddler is in daycare. I travel for work some weekends and sometimes I leave... More

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