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.

$25–26/hr
Raleigh, NC • 11 miles away

Tuesday/Thursday Nanny

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello! We are looking for a Nanny on Tuesdays and Thursdays for our two children. Our oldest will be in half-day preschool and will be home in the afternoons, and our youngest will be home all day. Responsibilities, outside of caring for our two children would include light laundry, cleaning dishes... More

See Full Job Details

$18–25/hr
Raleigh, NC • 8 miles away

Looking for a nanny for a NYC baby!

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are NYC transplants looking for help with our new baby! He is mellow and cute!

We are looking for a sitter/nanny from 9-6 that can take care of our baby boy while we are at work.

See Full Job Details

$22–26/hr
Raleigh, NC • 8 miles away

Weekday sitter for 2 energetic little men.

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Daytime Weekends Evenings

We’re a family of 4 with 2 energetic little men. We love to travel, are faith-oriented, and enjoy being active in the community.
We’re in need of a sitter who has experience with infants and toddlers.
We are close to NC State, and the schedule is firm.

See Full Job Details

$16–19/hr
New Hill, NC • 10 miles away

Full time Nanny for two fun boys!

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Hello! We are a family of 4 looking for a nanny to partner with us in the care of our boys! We love to play with toys, color, listen to music, and visit our neighborhood playground, located around the corner from our house!
Mom is a teacher, so there is ample paid time off throughout the academic... More

See Full Job Details

$21–22/hr
Garner, NC • 16 miles away

Full time nanny for energetic 4,2 and 9...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Weekends Evenings Weekday Evenings

Hi! My name is Tenisha! My children are Myles 4 years of age, Montrice 2 years of age and Mason 9 years of age.
Serve cooked food, watch the children to ensure they’re safe and put them to bed. Montrice isn’t potty trained so of course ensure he’s changed clean and dry and Myles is currently being... More

See Full Job Details

$15–25/hr
Raleigh, NC • 15 miles away

Temporary Full-Time Nanny Needed for...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello! We’re a family of three in Northeast Raleigh, and we’re looking for a caring, temporary full-time nanny for our 8-month-old son Jace. This position is for three weeks in December, from December 2nd to December 20th, Monday through Friday, 8am to 3pm.

As first-time parents, we’re new to this!... More

See Full Job Details

$20–25/hr
Raleigh, NC • 8 miles away

Full-time sitter for 4 month old.

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

My wife Ashley and I just had our first child and we are looking for a nanny to assistwhen she goes back to work.
We need the nanny to be at our house 30 hours a week to take care of our son.

See Full Job Details

$20–24/hr
Angier, NC • 22 miles away

Full time sitter for infant twin girls

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School After School

WFH parents seeking nanny care for 6m old twin girls. They are currently transitioning to food so BLW experience is nice to have.
Nanny must be experienced in taking care of infants. Since I have 2 if them same age, that's a non-negotiable. Putting them for their daily naps, feeding them food and... More

See Full Job Details

$18–23/hr
Raleigh, NC • 8 miles away

Part-time nanny for two sweet, silly girls.

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We’re a fun, loving family of four (with another expected in April 2025). My husband and I have been together off and on since high school and we’re so happy to have the family we always dreamed about! Our two girls love to dance, sing, run, play and read and are very silly and sweet.
My oldest... More

See Full Job Details

$29–33/hr
Raleigh, NC • 8 miles away

Full Time/ Part Time Sitter for my daughter

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

Hello everyone
I am currently looking for a sitter that has flexible availability. I need to go back to work as soon as possible. I need a sitter for my 14 month old / year old daughter . No house clean or anything else besides making sure my baby is taken care of .

Making sure my daughter is... More

See Full Job Details

$29–33/hr
Raleigh, NC • 8 miles away

Full Time/ Part Time Sitter for my daughter

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

Making sure my daughter is... More

See Full Job Details

$21–25/hr
Raleigh, NC • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for newborn baby

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

First time parents. Originally from Egypt andin search of a nanny fluent in Arabic.
Talk to baby in Arabic, activities, development games, helping learn Arabic alphabet

See Full Job Details

$24–30/hr
Durham, NC • 15 miles away

Full-time, short term nanny for two...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello! We are looking for a full time nanny near downtown Durham. Kiddos are 1 & 3 years old. Older one is in half-day preschool.
We'd really love someone who enjoys getting out with the kids to the park or museum, and can be a partner is growing kids! We focus on play-based learning and... More

See Full Job Details

$14–19/hr
Durham, NC • 15 miles away

Nounou Francais ou Espanol Pour Deux Enfants

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Je suis un homme noir gay et mon aîné est né en janvier 2023 et le plus jeune est né en août 2024.

Il n'y a pas d'animaux domestiques dans la maison et les seules tâches ménagères demandées sont celles liées à la garde des enfants (préparation des repas, vaisselle, lessive, etc.).

La nounou... More

See Full Job Details

Find a Nanny Job in Morrisville, NC

Refine Results

Other Care Types

Nanny FAQ

How much does it cost for nannies to use Sittercity?

How much do nannies make?

Why are nanny taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a nanny?

When do nannies work?

How do nannies find jobs?

What are things nannies do with kids?

How can nannies make extra money?

Nanny jobs in your area

Top cities

By state