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.

$15–25/hr
Newfane, NY • 16 miles away

Nanny Needed for Three Infants,...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School After School

We need a reliable nanny for our three young children, starting on April 14, 2025. The position requires weekday morning and afternoon availability. The nanny creates a safe and engaging environment, assists with feeding, diaper changes, and playtime, and helps establish routines. Experience with... More

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$10–15/hr
Tonawanda, NY • 9 miles away

Nanny Needed to Support Homework and Care...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Weekday Evenings Weekends Evenings

We seek a caring and responsible nanny for our two children, aged preschool and elementary. The start date is flexible, with weekday afternoons, weekday evenings, and weekend evenings available for work. The nanny will supervise playtime, prepare snacks, and assist with homework. Daily... More

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$14–20/hr
Buffalo, NY • 12 miles away

SINGLE ENTREPRENEUR & 9-5 WORKING MOTHER...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Day-time Weekdays Weekends Daytime More...

I’m a single mother of 1 (Treasure) age 2. She’s very energetic ?but also attentive. No known food allergies but loves ?and ?. She enjoys coloring and drawing? but be cautious ⚠️she can get creative and go from paper to walls ?
Parks are fine but she does love to run so be mindful of roads. Have fun... More

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$19–23/hr
Depew, NY • 9 miles away

Nanny Needed for Toddler Evenings: Prepare...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekday Evenings

We seek a caring nanny for our toddler starting on or after March 24, 2025. The nanny will work weekday evenings, ensuring our child feels safe and happy. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, helping with bedtime routines, and assisting with toilet training. The ideal candidate has... More

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$10–17/hr
Buffalo, NY • 4 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant: Weekday Care, Pet...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny for our infant starting March 24, 2025, with flexible hours. The role includes providing attentive care, engaging in play, and ensuring a safe environment. The nanny will perform light laundry and help with a nanny share arrangement. Comfort with pets is necessary, and the... More

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$10–19/hr
Buffalo, NY • 4 miles away

Caring and Engaging Nanny Needed for...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring and responsible nanny for our infant, starting on May 19, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The nanny works during weekday daytime hours. Responsibilities include feeding, changing, and settling the baby for naps. The nanny engages the infant with age-appropriate activities, ensures a... More

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$19–23/hr
Buffalo, NY • 12 miles away

Part time sitter for 1 infant and 1...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

I have 2 boys
1 month and 3 years old
Both are stay at home as of right now

I need help with just spending time with the boys so I can get things done around the house and outside of the house someone I can trust to watch over my boys while Im busy

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$19–22/hr
Clarence Center, NY • 3 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant: Meal Prep, Light...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Evenings

We seek a caring and responsible nanny for our infant. The start date is flexible, with days available on weekdays and evenings on weekends. The nanny must have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks for the child, engaging in age-appropriate... More

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$18–23/hr
Buffalo, NY • 10 miles away

Nanny Needed for Three Young Children with...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We are seeking a caring and responsible nanny for our three children, ages infant, toddler, and preschool. The position starts on March 24, 2025, with a flexible schedule during weekday mornings and afternoons. Mostly only for two (ages 3 and 2), while the third (10 month old) will only need... More

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$18–20/hr
Buffalo, NY • 4 miles away

Part-Time Nanny Needed for Toddler: Pet...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring and responsible nanny to look after our adorably active young toddler starting (tentatively) on March 17, 2025. Schedule is 3 days a week - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays, but we are flexible on swapping days out. Need Mornings starting between 8:00/9:00AM ending between 3:00/4:00PM.... More

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$22–30/hr
Buffalo, NY • 12 miles away

Full-Time Nanny Needed for Two Children (3...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello! We are looking for a full-time nanny to care for our two children, a preschooler (3) and an infant (11 mos), starting on or around June 1.

The schedule would be weekdays from 8am-4pm. We ask that you have your own car to transport the kids to and from school, to activities, visits to the... More

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$15–30/hr
Buffalo, NY • 13 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care, Light...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring and responsible nanny to care for our infant starting March 24, 2025, with flexible hours on weekday mornings. Daily tasks include feeding, changing, and playing with our child. The job also involves light housekeeping, light laundry, and running errands. The ideal candidate is... More

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$15–23/hr
Buffalo, NY • 4 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Young Children, Light...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny to start on March 10, 2025, for our two children, ages toddler and preschool. The schedule includes early mornings and daytime on weekdays. Responsibilities include driving the children, preparing meals and snacks, doing light laundry, and light housekeeping. The ideal... More

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$16–23/hr
Buffalo, NY • 8 miles away

Full-time Nanny for soon to be 3 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello, me and my husband are looking for a in home nanny for our 2 month old while we both work during the day. We are a family of 6 looking for childcare just for our newborn Monday - Friday.

Come in home and provide care for our 3 month old while we work during the daytime hours 8:30-4:30

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