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
Monrovia, MD • 13 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Young Children

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We're seeking a caring and active nanny for our two young boys (2 months and 2 years old). Our current nanny will be moving out of the area within the next couple of months and we'd like to begin our search so that our sons can adjust smoothly. Start date is flexible, possibly as soon as May 1st.

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$15–20/hr
Brunswick, MD • 23 miles away

Nanny for 2 year old energetic boy

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School After School

We have a two year old energetic boy and a large fluffy dog. We are needing help due to work changes.

We need someone to watch our son 4 days a week adding up to around 20 hours. We are still fine tuning scheduling but will have a more clear picture of days and hours in the next few days as we... More

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$15–22/hr
Brunswick, MD • 23 miles away

Nanny needed for in-home infant care...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a nanny for our infant starting end of August, 2025. The schedule is for daytime weekday hours while mom works from home. The nanny will care for one child, ensuring safety and engaging in age-appropriate activities and development. Responsibilities include feeding, changing, and supervising... More

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$21–25/hr
Hagerstown, MD • 23 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant: Care, Drive, Meal...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We seek a caring nanny for our infant starting on May 1, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with availability needed for early mornings, daytime, afternoons, and evenings on weekdays. Primary duties include providing attentive care for our child, preparing meals and snacks, and driving to activities or... More

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$18–22/hr
Hagerstown, MD • 25 miles away

Nanny Needed to Care for Three Children...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are looking for a nanny to care for our three children, ages preschool and elementary school. The job starts on April 8, 2025, with flexible hours on weekdays and weekend evenings. Responsibilities include driving the children to activities, assisting with homework, and preparing meals and... More

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$10–18/hr
Frederick, MD • 8 miles away

Seeking part-time nanny!

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hi! Looking for a part-time nanny 2 days a week for this summer. Care would be at our home in Frederick for our son (6yrs old) and daughter (3yrs old). Looking for a fun, interactive and engaged nanny to spend the summer with our family.

Interactive play with children
Reading, writing,... More

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$13–20/hr
Sykesville, MD • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting March 26, 2025, on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The sitter ensures the child's safety, prepares simple meals, changes diapers, and engages in age-appropriate activities. Light laundry and light housekeeping tasks are needed,... More

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$10–18/hr
Frederick, MD • 8 miles away

Seeking part-time nanny!

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hi! Looking for a part-time nanny for every Tuesday and Thursday for this summer, ideally starting May 27th with some flexibility on start date. Care would be at our home in Frederick for our son (6yrs old) and daughter (3yrs old). Looking for a fun, interactive and engaged nanny to spend the summer... More

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$14–20/hr
Hagerstown, MD • 25 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant: Prepare Meals,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are looking for a caring and responsible nanny for our infant starting March 24, 2025, with a flexible start date. The nanny will work weekday mornings, days, and afternoons. Responsibilities include providing attentive care, preparing meals and snacks, and performing light housekeeping tasks.... More

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$18–25/hr
Clarksburg, MD • 19 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Infants and...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny to care for two children, an infant and a preschooler. The start date is flexible, with daytime availability on weekdays. The nanny will engage the children in age-appropriate activities, provide meals, assist with naps, and ensure a safe environment. Duties include diaper... More

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$18–25/hr
Sykesville, MD • 22 miles away

Full Time Nanny Needed for Sweet 4 Month...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We’re first time parents to a sweet 4 month old baby boy. Looking for a full time nanny to provide gentle and attentive care. We both work from home and we have a friendly goldendoodle, Ollie.

As our nanny, you’ll be a part of our family and we look forward to welcoming you.

Care for 4 month old... More

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$18–23/hr
New Market, MD • 9 miles away

Full-time sitter for a 5 month old...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Myself and my wife have a newborn child together that was born 11/05/2024 and I have a 13 year old
Daughter that stays with us part-time. We have no pets and we work full-time from home but will need a nanny to watch after Jaxon during the work hours between 9am-3pm during the week.

We will need... More

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$18–24/hr
New Market, MD • 9 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Infant with Light...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a reliable nanny to care for our infant starting February 24, 2025 through March 17, 2025. The nanny works daytime weekdays and weekday afternoons. Responsibilities include providing attentive care, engaging in age-appropriate activities, and ensuring the child's safety. The nanny must have... More

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$18–28/hr
Frederick, MD • 10 miles away

Part-Time Nanny

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Our family is an easy going family. We do homeschool. We are seeking someone who is caring, responsible, and desires a longer term relationship.

We are looking for a sitter who is dedicated to caring for the children while they support their growth and development. Our kids love crafts, music,... More

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How can nannies make extra money?

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