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.

$18–25/hr
Huntington Station, NY • 25 miles away

Long-term nanny for two energetic girls!

2 children

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Weekly

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

We are a loving family with two energetic, smart, and strong willed girls- 1Y6Mos and 4yrs old. We work odd and long hours at work to help provide for our family and looking for someone to help us raise our girls as if they were their own while instilling the same values as us.
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$18–25/hr
Smithtown, NY • 17 miles away

PartTime Nanny for Newborn

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

We are looking for a Nanny that is flexible with a changing schedule. At this time we need a few hours 2-3x a week while we work from home or run errands. This position could become full time care starting in December for every Tuesday from 9am - 5:30pm with occasional Wednesday and Friday 4 hour... More

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$18–22/hr
Coram, NY • 10 miles away

Baby sitter/nanny for fun loving, happy 10...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Mom and dad with 8 year old Boston terrier (very friendly). Baby is turning 10 months old this month (October). Dad works construction and mom is a mortgage loan originator
Watch baby during day. Play with her, change diapers, feed her, take her for walk. Basically just occupy her during the work... More

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$20–25/hr
Islandia, NY • 17 miles away

Full Time nanny for shy and happy baby boy

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

Two working parents 1 working from home. Both parents have demanding jobs with One commuting four hours a day and One in need to be super focused with work. We would love to have our little one home more rather than day care with hope of raising him with our homevalues.
Light cooking and cleaning... More

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$20–41/hr
Bayport, NY • 8 miles away

Part-time nanny for 8 month old boy

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

I am a work-from-home mom looking for a nanny a few days a week while my husband is at the office! We have a bernese mountain dog who is a big snuggle so being comfortable with dogs is a must. Looking for someone who is experienced and will help our son meet milestones and keep him happy and safe.... More

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$20–25/hr
Islip Terrace, NY • 15 miles away

Part time sitter/mothers helper for 1 high...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are a family of 4 with 2 boys under 2 and a dog. The boys are 16 month old and 1 month old.
I am looking for a mother’s helper to help with my 16 month old. The sitter should play and read with the toddler.
We are located in Islip terrace. I am looking for help with my toddler a few hours a day... More

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$18–23/hr
Commack, NY • 21 miles away

Full-Time Nanny for One Infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We are in search of an experienced nanny to care for our 4 month old infant starting around the end of March 2025. One parent works from home with occasional travel and the other parent has a flexible hybrid office schedule. We are looking for someone available 5 days a week, from 8:30am-4:30pm.... More

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$10–15/hr
Deer Park, NY • 23 miles away

Part-time nanny for an energetic 8 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Hello I am looking for a nanny to work 4 hours a day monday- Thursday from 12:30pm- 4:30pm starting $15.00 per hr. If interested please send a message!

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$18–25/hr
West Islip, NY • 22 miles away

Nanny needed for one newborn

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hi! We’re the Lippmann family! We just welcomed our first child in August. We also have a 3 year old Australian shepherd who is loving her new big sister role! We are looking for someone who is comfortable with both dogs and infants.
We are looking for someone to come to the house while I return to... More

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$18–22/hr
Nesconset, NY • 14 miles away

Sitter Needed in Nesconset

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are looking for a sitter primarily for our one year old. General hours are Monday through Friday 9-5. Seeking non smoker. We have two cats.
Be reliable, be engaging, be kind. Change diapers and tidy up after yourself

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$15–20/hr
Nesconset, NY • 14 miles away

Full time nanny position

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Full time nanny needed asap. Schedule details and salary can be discussed.
Looking for a trustworthy and reliable person to provide nurturing engaging care for my kids

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$18–25/hr
East Setauket, NY • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter/nanny for sweet 6 month old!

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

first time parents, young couple who works from home needs care for 6 month old son
Feed baby, change baby, put down for naps, play with baby, take outside for walks, engage in age appropriate activities
Schedule is: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 11-5:30 PM; possibility for 3 hours Monday morning More

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$20–30/hr
East Setauket, NY • 16 miles away

Part- Time Nanny to a 6 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We are a young and loving family, with one baby who will be 6 months old in October. We would love to find that special person who could stay with us for a year or more. Most days I will be working from home but will need to head to the office on occasion (usually once a month).

We are looking for... More

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$20–27/hr
Huntington Station, NY • 25 miles away

Part Time Nanny Needed for 8 Month Old...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We are looking for a part-time Nanny to care for our 8 month old son for two-three days per week (no Fridays) from the hours of roughly 10A - 3:30PM. We also have another baby on the way (due in March), so we will be looking to re-assess needs at that time.

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