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.

$28–30/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 7 miles away

Part-time Afternoon/Evening Nanny for 2 Girls

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekday Evenings

Hi, my name is Jaehun. I am the father of Jiahn and Jisoo and the partner of Joowhye.

Originally from Korea, my family and I love traveling, nature, and meeting new people.

Picking up 2 kids from two different locations
Fix light dinner
Light housework (dishwashing and toy... More

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$20–25/hr
San Pedro, CA • 11 miles away

Seeking Nanny for Two Young Children with...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny for two children, ages toddler and preschool. The job starts on February 17, 2025, with a flexible start time during daytime weekdays. Responsibilities include supervising children, preparing meals and snacks, and organizing light housekeeping and laundry. The ideal candidate... More

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$35–38/hr
Santa Monica, CA • 12 miles away

Full-Time Live-Out Nanny | Santa Monica,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

First-time hands-on parents in Santa Monica are seeking a wonderfully developmentally-minded full-time live-out nanny for their newborn son born late November 2024. The schedule will be Monday through Friday 8am-4pm. The Father works from home and the Mother works in an office outside of the home.... More

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$18–25/hr
Anaheim, CA • 23 miles away

Nanny Needed for Toddler, Meal Prep, Light...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny to start in April 2025, on weekday daytime hours. This role focuses on the care of one toddler. The nanny engages in play and learning activities, ensures the child’s safety, and helps with meal and snack preparation. Light housekeeping, including tidying up after the child... More

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$28–32/hr
Downey, CA • 13 miles away

Looking for a responsible Nanny that will...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

Work full-time for LA County husband is retired LAPD but works part-time during the day. Doesn’t get off until after six raising our 10-year-old grandson.

We need a sitter to pick up grandson from school on the days that I am on duty three times a week. And help transport to Soccer when session start. More

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$20–30/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 18 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant During Weekday...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

I seek a caring, responsible nanny to provide daily support for my infant daughter (4 months in March) starting on 3/3/2025. The schedule is flexible, with daytime hours on weekdays. (There’s also the possibility of some part time work for a few weeks, if preferable.) Responsibilities include... More

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$18–25/hr
Venice, CA • 10 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant: Meal Prep, Light...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

Hello,

I work in the medical field and my partner is an entrepreneur who owns a local restaurant. We are looking for someone who wants to work 40 hours/week (9-5P), and be apart of our family. We are looking for someone who is comfortable with a flexible schedule to help with our needs. There... More

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$23–32/hr
Woodland Hills, CA • 23 miles away

Full-time nanny needed for 2 toddlers in...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Weekday Evenings Weekends Daytime

START DATE: ASAP
LOCATION: Woodland Hills
AGES: 17 month-old & 2. 5-year-old (3 in May)
Parents from Atlanta with 2 girls. We have an ever changing schedule so need someone with lots of flexibility and willing to do occasional late nights for events and overnight stays when parents are traveling.... More

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$18–27/hr
Marina del Rey, CA • 9 miles away

Marina Del Rey & Riverside & Travel on...

5+ children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Weekends Friday Evenings & Saturday, Sunday & Some Weekdays. Weekends and travel with Family in home in
Marina Del Rey & Riverside and on occasion;
We travel to business office in Las Vegas, New York and Atlanta. Nanny must be able to Travel with family and accept Flexible Schedule will vary from... More

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$22–27/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 16 miles away

Part time nanny for 10 month old baby

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Daytime Weekends Evenings Day-time Weekdays More...

Hi! We have a 10 month old girl and a large Bernedoodle. One parent works from home most days .

We need someone who is loving with our daughter and dog, and is also willing to do some light housekeeping as well as meal prep

Schedule can be a bit flexible

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$18–25/hr
Burbank, CA • 21 miles away

Nanny for afternoons, 2 days/wk to watch...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are a new family of three comprised of two self-employed musicians, who work from home, and an adorable daughter who is relatively very well behaved. We are laid-back, friendly, outgoing, and very loving toward our daughter.
We need someone to entertain and care for our daughter while we work on... More

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$23–25/hr
Pasadena, CA • 22 miles away

Pasadena Nanny Position - 20+ hours/week

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

Hi! We live in Pasadena near the Rose Bowl and are looking for a fun, patient, kind, responsible and loving nanny for our toddler, River. Preferably someone that has great energy.
We live near a great park, library and about 2 minutes drive from Kidspace. We’re looking for a nanny that will play... More

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$22–30/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 11 miles away

Seeking experienced part-time nanny for...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Hello! We are looking for a part-time, short-term nanny / parent’s helper for our 3 month old infant beginning March. We are first time parents located in Century City near Fox Studios. One parent is a physician who works full time (7:00-6:00 PM) about 15 minutes away from home, the other works in... More

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$20–25/hr
Seal Beach, CA • 18 miles away

Nanny for infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are looking for a nanny that is comfortable caregiving for an infant. We also have 1 small well-behaved dog (12 lbs) that will be in the house. We both have jobs with irregular hours (often need to leave by 6AM and return around 7PM). We mostly need assistance during weekdays, but rarely may need... More

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Why are nanny taxes important?

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How can nannies make extra money?

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