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.

$18–22/hr
Chicago, IL • 20 miles away

Part- time nanny needed for my fun and...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School

Hi there! My name is Vanessa and I am a Nurse. My husband is in tech, and works from home. I have two beautiful kids, my son Nico and my daughter Natalia. We also have a small friendly dog named Diego!

I am looking for part-time nanny to take care of my daughter 1-2 days per week. I am looking for... More

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$20–24/hr
Chicago, IL • 18 miles away

Full-Time Nanny for 4-Month-Old in West Town

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We're a Family of 3, Mom, dad and Baby Miller (6 months old). We're both working parents, we work from home 1-2 days per week, and from office 3-4 days per week. We live in West Town in Chicago.
We are seeking an experienced nanny with a minimum of 7 years of experience to care for our baby from... More

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$18–22/hr
Chicago, IL • 7 miles away

Part-time nanny needed for 1/2 children

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We are seeking a nanny to help watch our children. Toddler girl will be with nanny everyday, but toddler boy is in school and will only be home with nanny for 1 day while school is in session.
We prefer someone who has previous nanny experience, not daycare, with multiple young children. We have... More

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$20–24/hr
Frankfort, IL • 12 miles away

Part time sitter for an energetic toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We are a family of 4. Our youngest is 4 months old. We are looking for a nanny to help with our toddler who is 18 months old.

We need the sitter to help from 10am-6pm 3 days a week to take care of our toddler by preparing meals; playing and being creative with toddler ; keeping her busy.

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$18–36/hr
Hinsdale, IL • 12 miles away

Looking for a kind person to become...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are looking for a kind person who is interested in joining our family's journey to raise kind, compassionate good children.
Light duties around the house; light laundry
Feed the children; read books; get them ready; take them to the park; play with the children

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

Full-Time Nanny in Naperville, IL

4 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We live in Naperville, IL and have four children. Our two elder children go to school full time and the two younger children are at home.
We are looking for an experienced Nanny who will be with us full time and become an extension of our family. Someone who is loving, empathetic, fun, creative and... More

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$15–20/hr
Palos Park, IL • 4 miles away

Part-time nanny for 3 month old baby...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are expecting our first child in December. Baby will be 3 months old when child care is needed!
Depending on the day, our work schedule currently allows for either one, or both of us, to work from home 3 days a week. We would like to have a nanny be at home with us during those days to help take... More

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$18–30/hr
Wheaton, IL • 22 miles away

Part Time (AM) help with newborn

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School

We are a family of (soon to be) 4, and are looking for help to have someone watch the newborn while I get my toddler ready and drop her off at daycare. We need help starting April 1, but Sittercity won't let us post that date this far in advance!
The help we are looking for entails having someone... More

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$23–24/hr
Westmont, IL • 14 miles away

Mothers Helper in Westmont

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are an energetic and kind family. We are looking for someone who is patient kind and energetic also to help us manage our household with three rambunctious boys. Hoping to find someone who can help with light housework, like preparing meals and doing laundry while occasionally taking care of, the... More

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$17–20/hr
Blue Island, IL • 6 miles away

Part-time nanny for three year-old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Dad works in IT (from home), mom is in the education field, daughter is three years old and we have two small dogs.

This is a nanny position, not a babysitter, looking for someone to help us with educating and caring for our daughter.

Regular hours, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays,... More

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$18–25/hr
Naperville, IL • 20 miles away

Live-in nanny for two toddlers in Naperville

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Hello, we are a family of four (2 parents and two toddlers) looking for an experienced live-in nanny who can help us with our toddlers in the mornings and in the evenings (after they come back from schools)

We would like this person to help us in the mornings (M-F) during 5:45 - 8a CT with kids’... More

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$22–29/hr
La Grange, IL • 10 miles away

Afternoon nanny

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School

Hello! We need help getting our busy girls to and from school and to their afternoon activities!
We are looking for an afternoon nanny to pick the girls up from school, oversee homework, and transport them to their practices and tutoring afterschool. Occasional errands and tidying up would also... More

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$27–35/hr
Chicago, IL • 20 miles away

Chicago Professional Career Nannies

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Coast to Coast Nannies is a looking for professional career nannies to add to our team! We place experienced nannies in long term positions around the city and suburbs.
Please apply if:
You are looking for your next long term nanny family
You have 3+ years of childcare experience
You have GREAT... More

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$15–27/hr
Chicago, IL • 18 miles away

Nanny 3 days a week for infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time or Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are a little family of three, plus two pretty chill cats that will beg you for food and treats. Don't give in! We both work from home and are looking for someone to come in and help us out three days a week, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 3 or 4 p.m. We are open to discussing... More

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How can nannies make extra money?

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