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.

$27–35/hr
Oswego, IL • 21 miles away

Pt Nanny for a Baby Lady

1 child

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

We a multicultural family. American and Norwegian. We are nerdy, gamers, fantasy lovers, Marvel, Bluey and cats. NATURE. Our mini is our everything.
Help our mini with diaper changes, safety and playtime. Bottles and food will need to made and given to mini. Ensure she takes a nap. May need to put... More

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$21–22/hr
Romeoville, IL • 8 miles away

Full time three days a week

1 child

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Weekly

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

I plan on having a baby soon and curious to find options and prices. One child one dog
I work three 12hr shifts. So I'm gone 14.5 hrs three days a week. So meals, bath, diapers, safety etc

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$25–30/hr
Oak Brook, IL • 20 miles away

FULL-TIME NANNY needed in HINSDALE, IL 60521

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

This active family has 2 children: 3-year-old boy and 5-month-old boy and is seeking an energetic, patient, and playful Nanny to stay with their family long-term. The first half the day will be spent with the baby while the oldest child is at school and then the second half of the day will be spent... More

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$15–18/hr
Flossmoor, IL • 15 miles away

Full-time Nanny for baby and preschooler

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We are a busy family seeking a caring and reliable nanny to join our household in October 2024. The role involves full-time care for our 4-month-old baby and part-time care for our soon-to-be 5-year-old preschooler. Both parents work from home most days and have dedicated home offices, so you will... More

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$17–25/hr
Oak Forest, IL • 13 miles away

Part time nanny for a 14 week old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School After School

Expecting a baby girl in January 2025. We have a dog. We both work full time.
Take care of our 14 week old baby and possibly let our dog out once in a while.
We are looking for someone to come 3 days a week.

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$20–25/hr
Oak Brook, IL • 20 miles away

Backup care nannies needed in Hinsdale IL...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Hi, Quality Nanny Placements is currently hiring on call/temp nannies in the Hinsdale IL area. We offer: Competitive hourly rates Free CPR/First Aid training & flexible schedules.
If you would be interested in hearing more about our agency and backup care program, please respond with a contact... More

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$25–30/hr
Naperville, IL • 18 miles away

PART-TIME AFTER-SCHOOL NANNY needed in...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School

This active family has 3 children: 3-year-old girl, 5-year-old boy, and a 7-year-old girl and is seeking a patient, helpful, and structured After-School Nanny to stay with their family long-term. Youngest child is in daycare so majority of the day will be spent with the 2 oldest children.
Picking... More

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$10–19/hr
Chicago, IL • 22 miles away

Full-time sitter for 8 month old baby

1 child

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

She must eat every 4 hours and takes only two naps per day. Engage with her more. She loves to watch bluey .

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

Full time nanny for infant needed

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Nanny for 3 month old beginning in August.

Responsibilities:
Provide care for our 3 month old at our home and care for our 3 year old after school and during days off. Care will primarily be for the baby. Comfortable with WFH parents.

Requirement: Nurturing, consistent, reliable. CPR... More

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$27–31/hr
Naperville, IL • 18 miles away

2 kids- 5 yr and 2 yr old

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekday Evenings Weekends Daytime

Lets talk when we find someone …………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Play with kids, spend time with kids, teach them various playful things

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$15–21/hr
Dyer, IN • 24 miles away

Part-time Nanny needed for sweet baby boy

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Hi there!
My husband & I are lucky enough to have welcomed our sweet baby boy into this world a whopping 2 months early! Even though he is currently 4 months old, he's really more of a 2 month kind of guy, so we're not quite ready to send him to daycare just yet. I'm lucky enough to work from home,... More

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$20–25/hr
Lemont, IL • 14 miles away

Nanny for sweet 2 year old!

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

International family of 5! Parents working full time in the city. Two kiddos in school, 1 at home. Busy, adventurous, and fun!
Watch 2 year old during the day. Grab big kiddos after school for about 1.5 hours. Bring toddler to story time, put down for nap, play. Light house keeping.
Looking for... More

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$20–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 miles away

Nanny needed, prep meals, dropoff and pickup.

4 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time or Full-Time After School Weekday Evenings Weekends Daytime

We are a family of six. Four of our children are school-aged and travel internationally. They are culture-conscious. The kids all have Karate, ballet, instruments, and baseball activities.

I will need help running errands, picking up and dropping off kids at school, taking kids to activities,... More

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$13–25/hr
Bolingbrook, IL • 15 miles away

Full-time nanny for 5 month old starting...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Hello! Looking for a nanny for our girl Josephine. She was born April 20, 2024 and is really engaged in exploring the world around her. She is learning so much and growing so fast! Dave, her dad, works for Ghost Lifestyle downtown. I am Maggie, her proud and happy mom who works as a teacher in Gage... More

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