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.

$20–30/hr
Claymont, DE • 12 miles away

Looking for an experienced Infant Nanny

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking for someone who is energetic , fun loving, patient in caring for an infant between 8 am and 4 pm Monday to Friday.

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$28–35/hr
West Chester, PA • 15 miles away

Career Nanny - Newborn

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

A dynamic family in West Chester is seeking an exceptional Household Manager/Nanny to provide compassionate care for their newborn and manage household operations. There are two older children who are in school full-time, but there may be times when all 3 children are around. The position will... More

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$17–22/hr
Newark, DE • 5 miles away

Passionate About Childcare? Apply for Our...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time or Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Need a job where you are in control over your schedule? Join our Substitute Nanny team!

Compensation includes $17-22 for hourly rate, PTO, healthcare support, a retirement plan, and potential for daily bonuses.
Requirements:
Must have at least 1 full day available per week, from Monday to... More

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$17–22/hr
Claymont, DE • 12 miles away

We Want You! Apply for Nanny Positions Today.

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time or Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Need a job where you are in control over your schedule? Join our Substitute Nanny team!

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$20–25/hr
Wayne, PA • 24 miles away

Full-time Nanny Needed

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are seeking a loving, reliable, and experienced nanny to care for our children. This is a full-time position based in Wayne. The role includes caring for our one-year-old daughter during the day and providing after-school care for our 5 and 7-year-old children.

Requirements:
- Proven... More

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$17–22/hr
Wayne, PA • 24 miles away

Pick Your Shifts, work with fun and...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time or Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Need a job where you are in control over your schedule? Join our Substitute Nanny team!

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$18–25/hr
Phoenixville, PA • 24 miles away

Part-time nanny for one sweet infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

My husband and I just welcomed our baby girl, Quinn, a few weeks ago and we are starting the nanny search for when I go back to work full time in early February. My husband and I both mostly work from home but looking to have someone here to maintain her current feeding/sleeping schedule! Must be... More

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$21–25/hr
Pomeroy, PA • 18 miles away

Nanny for a few hours with an 8 month old...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Daytime

Dad work 6:30-7pm . Mam at home work young people,speak Russian or Ukrainian, little speak English
Play with baby, walking outside, baby feeding, clear baby place, change diapers, if need clean baby

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$17–22/hr
West Chester, PA • 15 miles away

Choose your Schedule - Flexible Work Days

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Imagine a world where you can set your own work schedule, leaving lots of time for family, friends, or school. Work full-time or part-time!

HOW IT WORKS: PNN contacts you with shifts, then you take the shifts that work for your schedule!

QUALIFICATIONS: have 1 year of professional childcare... More

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$20–28/hr
Wallingford, PA • 18 miles away

Full-time nanny/caregiver for two happy,...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We have a two full-time working parent household with two daughters, one who will be turning one year in December and one that is 3.5 years old!
We are looking for someone to care for our children in our home while both parents work full time. We have two happy, active daughters. The focus would be... More

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Find a Nanny Job in Hockessin, DE

Looking for an experienced Infant Nanny

Looking for an experienced Infant Nanny

Career Nanny - Newborn

Career Nanny - Newborn

Passionate About Childcare? Apply for Our...

Passionate About Childcare? Apply for Our...

We Want You! Apply for Nanny Positions Today.

We Want You! Apply for Nanny Positions Today.

Full-time Nanny Needed

Full-time Nanny Needed

Pick Your Shifts, work with fun and...

Pick Your Shifts, work with fun and...

Part-time nanny for one sweet infant

Part-time nanny for one sweet infant

Nanny for a few hours with an 8 month old...

Nanny for a few hours with an 8 month old...

Choose your Schedule - Flexible Work Days

Choose your Schedule - Flexible Work Days

Full-time nanny/caregiver for two happy,...

Full-time nanny/caregiver for two happy,...

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How much do nannies make?

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?

What career opportunities do I have as a nanny?

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What are things nannies do with kids?

How can nannies make extra money?

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