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.

$14–17/hr
Baltimore, MD • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant: Provide Care and...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a dependable nanny for our infant, starting on January 1, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule includes weekdays during the day. The nanny will care for our child, prepare meals and snacks, and help with light laundry and housekeeping. The role also includes running errands and... More

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$19–24/hr
Ruxton, MD • 16 miles away

Towson, MD - Nanny Needed - 3 Days a Week

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring nanny for our infant (7 weeks old) starting near or around January 1, 2025. The schedule would be 3 days a week Monday, Wednesday, and Friday preferred but flexible for the right fit, with weekday early mornings, daytime, and afternoons available (9-4). Responsibilities include... More

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$18–30/hr
Parkton, MD • 16 miles away

Seeking part time nanny for toddler,...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

I’m a SAHM of 2 energetic boys, 1.5 and 3.5 years old and expecting our third boy in February. I am looking to hire a part time nanny to keep the kids busy with engaging activities while I am home caring for the newborn or getting household tasks done. My oldest attends school 4 mornings a week so... More

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$18–25/hr
Baltimore, MD • 24 miles away

Part-time nanny for school aged children...

4 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekday Evenings Weekends Daytime

Jaylah (13), Aniaya (11), Bryson (6), Messiah (1)
Messiah will need most care with constant watching. Bryson will just need snacks and adult supervision. Jaylah & Aniaya do not need adult supervision. Bryson, Jaylah and Aniaya will need transportation after school.
I am looking for part timea... More

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$18–25/hr
Forest Hill, MD • Less than a mile

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are a family of 4! My son is 3.5 yrs old and in preschool 3 half days a week. My daughter is 2.5 yrs old and stays home. We have a dog and house pig (shes nice and friendly and mostly sleeps all day!)
Sit with the kids, drive my son to and from preschool, make them snacks or lunch, light... More

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$21–25/hr
Baltimore, MD • 22 miles away

Nanny for 1 preemie baby boy who’s 4...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekday Evenings Weekends Daytime More...

I am a grandmother with custody of my grandson who is a preemie. I work but am not fond of the traditional daycare.
To care, nurture and give my grandson their undivided attention. Feed, change and put him down for naps.Play talk and read to him. He has reflux which most preemies have so requires... More

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$18–21/hr
Riderwood, MD • 18 miles away

M-W-F Nanny for one baby in Towson.

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Hello, we are looking for a very reliable, dependable experienced nanny for our baby. She is currently 6 weeks old. We are looking for someone with newborn experience and preferably cpr trained. We have a very sweet dog so being comfortable with dogs is also needed.
We are looking for someone who... More

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$23–29/hr
Baltimore, MD • 21 miles away

New-Born Baby Care

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking for loving nanny for newborn baby. Hours are flexible. References and experience preferred.
Care of newborn baby with light houskeeping responsibilities. Start date beginning of January.

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$20–21/hr
Essex, MD • 19 miles away

A weekend sitter for 2 very wonderful...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

I have 2 children who needs to care because a single parent is not ever recommended
Watch the children overnight and from the hours of 4pm to 11am. These times are the same every week Friday Saturday and Sunday

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$18–23/hr
Abingdon, MD • 9 miles away

Full-time sitter for active 8month old

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Weekday Evenings Before School Day-time Weekdays More...

We’re a family of 4 and we’re looking for someone that can mainly assist with our 8 month old. Our 4 year old son is in school all day and the only thing will need help with is meal preps in the morning (getting his lunch ready for school). We don’t mind getting him dressed, etc.

Taking care of... More

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$10–25/hr
Baltimore, MD • 22 miles away

Part-time Sitter for one toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Weekday Evenings After School Day-time Weekdays More...

Requesting help for care 7:15am-4pm Mon-Thu, and Friday's 7:30-noon.

We have a nanny share set up with another family and are interviewing prospective care providers.

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$18–22/hr
White Hall, MD • 11 miles away

Flexible nanny for one adorable baby

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Firefighter dad and school librarian mom looking for flexible nannying for our adorable 8 month old baby girl. We also have a 5 year old dog who needs very little during the day!

We are looking for someone to be with our baby 1-2 days per week, some of which would be 10 hours while others would be... More

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$21–22/hr
Dundalk, MD • 22 miles away

Sitter for 4 month old baby boy

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Single mom, 4month old Son
I work remotely and am looking for someone to assist during the workday and in the evenings
Nanny/sitter to assist during work day and on evenings while I work. The sitter would assist with baths, changes, and bed time.

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$21–25/hr
Baltimore, MD • 24 miles away

Week day sitter.

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Weekday Evenings Day-time Weekdays

I have a family I’ve two daughters Penelope and Dreem me and my fiancé goes to work around 8-9 am and we get off at 6pm will get home around 7 because we work out Essex I need a cheap nanny me and my Finace are young we won’t be able to pay until December 1

I just need you to watch my babies while... More

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