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.

$20–25/hr
Woodbury, NY • 6 miles away

Backup care nannies needed in Woodbury NY...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Hi, Quality Nanny Placements is currently hiring on call/temp nannies in the Woodbury, NY area. We offer: Competitive hourly rates Free CPR/First Aid training & flexible schedules.
If you would be interested in hearing more about our agency and backup care program, please respond with a contact... More

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$25–35/hr
Old Greenwich, CT • 16 miles away

Full time nanny for newborn w/ additional...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

Hi we are looking for someone to join our family and help care for our newborn son born in November. Primary responsibilities would be feeding, changing diapers, cleaning clothes and bottles, playing with him as he grows and putting him down for naps. Would need own car to get to and from our house.... More

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$20–25/hr
West Harrison, NY • 23 miles away

Backup care nannies needed in Chevy Chase...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Hi, Quality Nanny Placements is currently hiring on call/temp nannies in the Chevy Chase, MD area. We offer: Competitive hourly rates Free CPR/First Aid training & flexible schedules.
If you would be interested in hearing more about our agency and backup care program, please respond with a contact... More

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$20–22/hr
Huntington, NY • 3 miles away

Loving Huntington family seeking temporary...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Weekday Evenings Before School

Brought to you by Family Concierge: Loving Huntington family seeking temporary caregiver for their newborn! The family is expecting a new addition to their family and are looking for childcare support during the night! Their ideal schedule is Monday evenings to Thursday evenings from 11pm to 6am.... More

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$18–22/hr
Bayside, NY • 23 miles away

Nanny/ mommy helper needed for 3 sweet...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

We are actively looking to hire a nanny/mommy helper. M-F you don’t 1pm-6/7pm. We need help with the kids laundry, preparing meals/snacks. I really need someone proactive, ideally who speaks Spanish.

We are in Bayside, Queens. The ideal hours are 1pm-6/7 pm.

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$20–25/hr
Farmingdale, NY • 10 miles away

Full time Nanny for 1 toddler girl (20...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking for full time Nanny (Monday - Friday) to watch our 20 month old daughter. 35 - 40 hours per week. Paid national holidays, 10 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days

Responsibilities include feedings, diaper changes, baby’s laundry, cleaning baby’s bottles/dishes and baths

Located in... More

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$25–35/hr
Mamaroneck, NY • 21 miles away

Full Time Nanny for 5 month old Infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

My daughter, Campbell, will be 5 months old in January when I return to work and we are looking for a full-time nanny (35 hours / week) to watch her in our home while we are working. We are seeking someone who is energetic and enthusiastic about providing the individualized attention required to... More

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$20–25/hr
Scarsdale, NY • 25 miles away

Wonderful Scarsdale family looking for a...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekday Evenings

Brought to you by Family Concierge: Wonderful Scarsdale family looking for a part-time caregiver for their 4-month-old daughter! They are looking for care 3 days a week from 2:30pm-6:30pm. Their ideal schedule is Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. They are open to care starting in November, but care will... More

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$10–25/hr
Valley Stream, NY • 22 miles away

I want a Muslim live in Nanny, I highly...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are small family of three people including me,my husband and my daughter.
I only want a Muslim babysitter and I highly prefer a live in nanny or babysitter. She will have to toilet train my daughter. We will give her a room and restroom if she is willing to live in. I don’t want any nanny to... More

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$35/hr
Cos Cob, CT • 18 miles away

ABIGAIL MADISON AGENCY WEEKEND...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Daytime

WEEKEND NANNY-HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED $35/Hr Old Greenwich, CT Must DRIVE ? 6:30am-2pm on both Sat & Sun. Applicants@Amstaffing.biz ? Very nice family needs a warm, loving & energetic weekend nanny / housekeeper long-term for 2+ years! Part of the day you care for 2 kids: a newborn baby & a sometimes a 2... More

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$30/hr
Scarsdale, NY • 25 miles away

ABIGAIL MADISON NANNY AGENCY NANNY...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekday Evenings

NANNY & FAMILY ASSISTANT NEEDED Scarsdale, NY $1,500 for 50 hrs a week Mon-Fri. Must Drive! You choose to live-out or live-in! Applicants@Amstaffing.biz11am-7pm & come early or stay slightly later 2-3 days a week = 50 hrs. Energetic, warm & loving nanny needed 2 sweet kids ages 5 & 8!
Play & run w/... More

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$29–30/hr
Scarsdale, NY • 25 miles away

ABIGAIL MADISON AGENCY NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekday Evenings

NANNY / HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED Must drive $1,400 for 46 hours a week SCARSDALE, NY Must love kids! M-F? 11am-6pm some days, sometimes 10am-8pm. You can choose live-in OR live-out! Applicants@Amstaffing.biz ? Some easy healthy cooking for family. The family’s previous caregiver for 4 years cooked... More

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$25–30/hr
Scarsdale, NY • 25 miles away

Afterschool nanny for two sweet kids in...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School

Looking for reliable caregiver for one 6th grader and one 4th grader in Scarsdale. Responsibilities include pickup from elementary school, driving to after school activities, and light dinner preparation. Hours are 3pm to 6:30/7pm. Two weeks paid vacation. Option for additional hours for date nights. More

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$22–25/hr
Roslyn Heights, NY • 15 miles away

Daily (M-F) nanny services for two school...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School

Family of four plus a dog. The pet is a certified well trained 2 year old puppy. Two kids are 8 and 11 girls. 11 year old is autistic (ASD) however the job doesn’t require any special duties, just awareness. Mom is a physician and Dad is a finance professional.
Job can be from 12-6pm M-F.
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