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
Glenview, IL • 24 miles away

FULL-TIME NANNY-HOUSEHOLD MANAGER needed...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

This active family has 2 children: 3-year-old boy and 4-year-old boy. Youngest child is in preschool 2 days a week and oldest child is in preschool 5 days a week. Oldest child has mid-moderate Autism. Someone who is patient and willing to learn will also be a wonderful fit. Mom works from... More

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$20–25/hr
Northbrook, IL • 21 miles away

Full time nanny for six month old (weekdays)

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

Two Career focused adults in need of a nanny for a six month old infant.
The Sitter will need to prepare food for the child, feed the child, change diapers, clean up as necessary, spend time with the child, play with the child, read to the child, take the child out for walks and put the child down... More

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$19–23/hr
Carol Stream, IL • 22 miles away

Full time Nanny position

4 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello,
I have 3 kids and one niece. 2 year old, 6 years old, 8 year and my niece is 8 years old.
10am to 4pm Child care Monday to Friday. Meal prep, light laundry, light housekeeping.

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$20–25/hr
Lake Forest, IL • 19 miles away

Part-Time Nanny needed in Lake Forest, IL...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

This energetic family has 1 child: 3-year old boy and is seeking an active, sweet, and bubbly Nanny to say with their family long-term.
Cook for child, play with him, organize outdoor sports, organize educational games, do arts and crafts, teach letters, numbers and colors, read books, take him to... More

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$15–25/hr
Huntley, IL • 10 miles away

Nanny needed for Infant - 3 days during...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Trust, kindness, and respect are the pillars of this family! We like to treat others how we would like to be treated.

We are searching for a babysitter/nanny to care for our 5-month-old son (7 months at start) in our home. Both parents work at home.

Responsibilities:
-Constant vigilance over... More

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$18–22/hr
Algonquin, IL • 5 miles away

Nanny needed 2 times a week for 9 month...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

Hi there! I am looking for a nanny for our 7-month-old daughter starting in July. I work from home and am looking for someone who can come to my home and watch Callie from 9:00am-3:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I am looking for a loving, responsible and experienced sitter to watch Callie. She... More

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$17–23/hr
Prospect Heights, IL • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Hello!
My wife and I are looking for a long term, part-time nanny to watch our little one (he’s currently two months old) starting May 20th, Tuesday-Friday (8am-4pm) in Prospect Heights.
- Prior childcare experience, preferably with infants
- CPR/First aid certified
- Vaccines required
-... More

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$21–26/hr
Northbrook, IL • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for 5 big girl with a lot...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Daytime

I have my five year old 90% of the time. I am a single mother of 3 with just one left at home.
Getting the 5-year-old prepared for kindergarten. Teaching the basic choirs. Take to the park, play dates find social groups for 5-year-olds.

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$15–23/hr
South Elgin, IL • 16 miles away

Tue-Thur 8am-1pm watching our 2.5 year old...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We're a easy going, fun family of 3. We love the outdoors and spending time teaching our little one!
We are looking for someone to watch are 2.5 year old daughter Raelyn Tue-Thu 8am till 1ish

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$18–23/hr
Schaumburg, IL • 16 miles away

Full-time nanny for one 2-year old toddler...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are looking for a long-term full-time nanny for our 2.5-year old daughter. She loves puzzles, reading books, going out to the parks, and learning new things. She goes out when possible and we have a park nearby.
Daily responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, changing diapers, putting... More

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$20–27/hr
Northbrook, IL • 21 miles away

Full-time Nanny/House Mgr for 2 girls...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are looking M-F 7:15AM-4:15PM starting early Jan 2025 (ignore start date on this post). Reply ONLY if interested/able to decrease to 20-30 hours/week during school holidays. We will provide a full list of expectations but here are some:
1) Preparing and feeding breakfast/lunch (includes light... More

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$18–22/hr
Northbrook, IL • 21 miles away

PT short term Mom’s right hand woman needed!

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekday Evenings

Hi! We are a family with 3 kids that will be 4,2, and a 2 month old and we are moving to Chicago June 1. We have found a live in nanny who will be moving in with us in July/August.

Since I’m a stay at home mom, I’d like the person I’m looking for to be willing to be an extension of me and do... More

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$18–24/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 5 miles away

Full Time Nanny for 2 Girls (3 and 1)

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Hello! We are looking for a full time nanny for our 2 daughters aged 1 and 3 as my husband and I both work full time. We are looking for someone to watch the girls in our Crystal Lake home Monday- Friday from 9am-4pm.
Nanny will be responsible for naps/lunch and occasional laundry. Our 3 year old... More

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$22–25/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 5 miles away

Part-time Nanny for a 1 and 3 year old

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hi! We need a part-time Nanny to care for our two kids: Weston (turns 3 in April) and Madelyn (turns 1 in early May). We need someone Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm. Wednesdays would just be Madelyn because Weston will be at daycare. Thursdays and Fridays would be both children.... More

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