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.

$23–32/hr
Mattituck, NY • 19 miles away

Looking for someone reliable and energetic...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We are looking for a reliable, flexible sitter/nanny for our beautiful, 11 month old twin girls.

We are looking for general child care while and as many outdoor activities as possible while my husband and I are at work, running errands or hitting the gym. We prefer someone with basic first aid and... More

See Full Job Details

$30–35/hr
Port Jefferson, NY • 9 miles away

Make $1200/week! Nanny Needed for baby...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Job ID: 13436
Location: Stony Brook, NY (Suffolk Co.)
Start Date/End Date: Monday, January 27th, 2025. Nanny to indicate when she can start! Commit 7 months through August, 2025
Schedule/Duties: M - F, 8am - 4pm. Family can guarantee 40 hours/week
Living Situation: Live out
Children Ages: 1 child:... More

See Full Job Details

$20–27/hr
Farmingville, NY • 9 miles away

Reliable sitter for my pre k daughter

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Before School

Busy working dad looking for help with my daughter. We live in Farmingville and I work three days a week.

Drive my daughter to school at 815am. Pick up my daughter at 4pm and babysit at my house until I get home. I need someone three days a week

Hi Happy New Year! I need someone reliable three... More

See Full Job Details

$34–48/hr
Port Jefferson Station, NY • 8 miles away

Stony Brook, NY! Salaried Nanny Needed for...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

See Full Job Details

$35–49/hr
Stony Brook, NY • 13 miles away

Well Paid FULL-TIME nanny for infant girl...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Day-time Weekdays

See Full Job Details

$39–40/hr
Mastic Beach, NY • 9 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Two...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School

We seek a reliable nanny for two elementary-aged children starting February 1, 2025. The nanny works weekday mornings, providing supervision and assisting the 6 year old with footwear and coat 11 year old need help getting on school bus care will be needed from 7am to 9am

See Full Job Details

$23–25/hr
Commack, NY • 21 miles away

Full Time Nanny in Commack

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

Suffolk County/Long Island family seeks a full-time nanny for their 18 month old to start ASAP. Care is needed long-term Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. The child will be attending preschool part time & nanny will oftentimes be responsible for drop offs/pickups. Large friendly dog in the home. Mom & dad... More

See Full Job Details

$18–28/hr
Commack, NY • 21 miles away

Full-Time Nanny to Join our Family!

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

Family of five (two loving parents, 3 crazy boys) looking for a fun, active nanny for our littlest crew member (he will be 3 months by start date) We have a 14 year old boy (on his way to high school!) and a rambunctious 2 year old, who attends a local daycare. We aren’t big into screens and prefer... More

See Full Job Details

$15–20/hr
Islip, NY • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for one energetic toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays Weekends Daytime

Single mom just needs someone to take care of my 13 month old I’m a cna it’s a very demanding job so i need the extra help
I need someone to be on top of my child care hygiene make sure she’s eating right and and also getting her multivitamins in alsoalso could do a little late work around the... More

See Full Job Details

$30–40/hr
Lake Grove, NY • 12 miles away

Make $4000/month caring for 1 baby girl!...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

See Full Job Details

$22–24/hr
Manorville, NY • 6 miles away

Full time nanny for a beautiful toddler girl

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

Hello, my name is Margarita.
I and my husband Richard are looking for nanny for our beautiful 30 month old daughter.
We are looking for in home nanny 7.30-4.00 Monday through Friday.
We need help with meals, snacks,playtime
Time, including playground at backyard.

Diaper change,Toilet training,... More

See Full Job Details

$25–35/hr
Stony Brook, NY • 13 miles away

FULL TIME Nanny Wanted for 5mo baby girl...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Day-time Weekdays

See Full Job Details

$18–22/hr
Smithtown, NY • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for a toddler and baby!

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Daytime

Hello! We have a very curious fun loving almost 3 yr old and a 5 month old. We also have a beautiful blonde huskey who is 11. My husband has a rotating schedule and I work from home. We are looking for help while my husband is working, those day change every week but we have his schedule for the... More

See Full Job Details

$16–24/hr
Bellport, NY • 9 miles away

Part-Time sitter for 1 toddler in Bellport

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Day-time Weekdays

We are an easy going young creative family who require assistance in our home with daily tasks and childcare.
The sitter will be responsible for preparing lunch for our son, welcoming him home from school, guiding him through his afternoon routine, keeping him company at lunch time, monitoring... More

See Full Job Details

Find a Nanny Job in Ridge, NY

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