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.

$21–25/hr
Frankfort, IL • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter or nanny, being Thai is a...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are the Hompluem family, and we are looking for a reliable nanny to help support our household. We have a wonderful 3-year-old daughter, Charlotte, who is curious and full of energy. She attends daycare and is also in speech therapy as part of her development.

We value someone who is... More

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$18–23/hr
Merrillville, IN • 10 miles away

Part time nanny for TWIN TODDLERS

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hi! We are a working family of 4. My husband and I, with 1.5 year old twins. We also have 2 very friendly dogs. This is our first time seeking non-family childcare & are hoping to find someone reliable and trustworthy until they are preschool age. Experience with multiples preferred.

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$10–18/hr
East Chicago, IN • 18 miles away

Overnight Nanny Weekends Th-Sat

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Weekday Evenings Weekends Evenings

We are a single family it is just me and my daughter. She is very enthusiastic and animated she is a joy to be around!
I would need a trustworthy, all around loving nanny. I would need them to watch my daughter for the over night shift Thursday-Saturday. I will have a schedule ready for you guys for... More

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$10–19/hr
Portage, IN • 20 miles away

Part time fora cute and sweet toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekday Evenings

This is a part-time Overnight job for a two-year-old

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$10–15/hr
Frankfort, IL • 22 miles away

Nanny for 5 month old girl

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are first time parents to a 5 month old little girl! We have two small dogs who love playing and will be hanging around.

Give bottles, put down for naps, play with her, change diapers, attend to her if she’s crying

Hours will be 8-4 M-F. Somebody will be working in the home during this time.

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$20–24/hr
University Park, IL • 15 miles away

Part-time nanny

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays Weekends Evenings

I have twin boys you may be autistic they are so loving and fun 3 year old
Help with the boys we are potty training them just work with them with different things.

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$18–22/hr
Country Club Hills, IL • 19 miles away

Nanny in need

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking for someone that very hands on

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$19–23/hr
Monee, IL • 17 miles away

Full time Monday- Friday morning/...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

My fiance and I are both blue collar workers so we are up and out early morning. I do live at home with my parents and sisters and 2 dogs and a cat but we all work. I luckily have the opportunity to stay home for just about 6 months with my baby so I really need start time to be around 2025... More

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$18–24/hr
Valparaiso, IN • 21 miles away

Full-time nanny for our four amazing kids.

4 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Before School

We are a close family of six and looking for a nanny to join us! We have two dogs, too. We are full-time working parents and would love to have someone that assists us in our beautiful life.

Assist us in getting through every day life from school drop-off to daily activities to pick-up.

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$18–22/hr
Chicago, IL • 25 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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$10–15/hr
Valparaiso, IN • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for 1 adorable...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

Hi! I'm a mom who just went back to work full-time. We have an adorable 10-month-old who loves to play all day. We want to find someone we can trust to be with him during the day and enjoy spending time with him :)
We need a sitter from 7:3-8ish am-4:30ish pm on Tues/Fri only! Includes feeding,... More

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$20–24/hr
Frankfort, IL • 22 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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$17–20/hr
Blue Island, IL • 23 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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$15–18/hr
Crown Point, IN • 6 miles away

Part-Time (3 Days a Week) Nanny for infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Our family of three people, myself, wife, 3 month old daughter, and our sweet goldendoodle named Georgia are looking for a nanny in the Crown Point IN area.

Wife and I both work full time and are seeking 3 day a week assistance caring for our infant. I work remote and will be around the house... More

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