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.

$22–29/hr
Cambridge, MA • 9 miles away

Short-term nanny for sweet, playful toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are a family of three and have another baby boy on the way (March 2025). My husband is a full-time student at MIT and I work full time at Boston University. Our son Luke is just over a year old, loves to play, go outdoors, and eat all sorts of foods. He loves going to playgrounds, the Museum of... More

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$25–30/hr
Woburn, MA • 12 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 sweet kids

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

We are looking for a part time nanny for our 3 kids. We need care for at least 3 days a week.
Provide some educational enrichment that is developmentally appropriate
We are in north Woburn, near Burlington. They schedule may be flexible on the 3 days

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$21–22/hr
Dorchester, MA • 12 miles away

Part Time Nanny Needed!

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Family of 3 is looking for a nanny Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays for their 15-month-old daughter. The hours will be 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. They are looking for a levelheaded , patient, caring, and responsible caregiver to take care of their happy and active toddler. CPR and First Aid certified... More

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$35–40/hr
Boston, MA • 8 miles away

FT Nanny-Family Assistant - $35-$40 per hour

5+ children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

Location: MetroWest Boston, MA
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 11am-8pm with flexibility to work 3 weekend days per month, with advanced notice given.
Children: 5 months old, 3, 5, 8, 10 years old. Family has another FT Nanny who will share in all childcare duties. The 3 older children attend school... More

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$35–40/hr
Boston, MA • 9 miles away

PT Family Assistant - $35-$40 per hour

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

PT Family Assistant - Location: Boston, MA
Schedule: 3 days per week, 15 hours per week. Can be flexible on the schedule.
Duties: General tidying and daily maintenance/management of home including laundry, organizing, stocking and refilling household supplies, kitchen clean up, running errands,... More

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$20–30/hr
Brookline, MA • 12 miles away

Full-time nanny for a sweet, 8-month old...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are in search of a full-time babysitter for our daughter who will be 8 months in February.

About our family: This is our first child and she is a sweet and happy baby. We live in Brookline near Coolidge corner so our house is easily accessible via public transportation. We also have parking... More

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$30–35/hr
Charlestown, MA • 11 miles away

Looking for a part-time nanny share for 2...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello,
We are looking for an experienced part-time nanny share for 2 infants (7 months) starting February 2025. We live in Charlestown, close to T, so no car necessary.

3 days a week: Tue, Wed, Thur from 8am to 5pm.
Responsibilities:
- Provide care for infants, ensuring their safety and... More

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$25–35/hr
Chestnut Hill, MA • 14 miles away

Full time Chef/Personal Assistant in...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

Our Family in Chestnut Hill seeks a Full-Time Chef/Personal Assistant to help us out!
Our family seeks someone with a background and experience in healthy, organic cooking to do weekly meal planning and daily meal preparation. This would include grocery shopping and keeping the house stocked. In... More

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$34–35/hr
West Newton, MA • 16 miles away

FT Nanny-Family Assistant - $35 per hour

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

FT Nanny/Family Assistant in W. Newton, MA
- Monday - Friday, 10:30am-6:30pm
11 & 13 years old
Household support for a busy family of four, including daily kitchen tidying, running errands, grocery shopping, booking vendor appointments, managing vehicle maintenance, walking the dog and taking it... More

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$30–32/hr
Cambridge, MA • 11 miles away

Cambridge Full-time Nanny

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Nanny Kate & Co. is seeking a full-time Nanny for a family in Cambridge with an adorable, smiley 7-month-old, starting January 2, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10am - 6pm, with 40 guaranteed hours weekly. The family is hoping to find a nanny who can commit to 1+ years.
A great match... More

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$27–34/hr
Boston, MA • 9 miles away

Full time nanny for newborn in Boston...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

My husband and I are expecting our first child, a baby boy, in December! We live in the south end, both work full time in Boston, and are looking for a full time nanny with newborn experience who is engaged, creative, enthusiastic about childcare, flexible, loves being outside, trustworthy,... More

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$30/hr
Boston, MA • 8 miles away

Nanny for two Infants in South Boston

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello! Looking for a nanny share for two 7 Mo old babies in South Boston beginning January 2025. Both families live with dogs, so pet friendliness is necessary. Our jobs are hybrid, so sometimes one of us will work from home. When the babies go down for naps we'd like some help with light... More

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$28–35/hr
Brookline, MA • 12 miles away

Afterschool and household help on Tuesdays...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekday Evenings

Hi! We are a family of 5, kids ages 11, 14 and 17. We live in Brookline Village

We are looking for help on Tuesdays and Wednesdays mostly with our 11-year-old daughter, with some possible driving for our older two kids . Job also includes helping with errands, grocery shopping, and some... More

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$10–25/hr
Quincy, MA • 13 miles away

Seeking a Loving Babysitter for a...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are seeking a nanny to care for our adorable 16-month-old daughter starting on September 16.

The ideal candidate will:
- Provide a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment for our daughter
- Assist with feeding, diapering, and other daily care routines (No food preparation, no bathing is... More

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