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.

$18–26/hr
Columbus, OH • 19 miles away

Full Time Nanny for 2!

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

looking for a kind, positive and outgoing individual for our two children. Primary responsibility will be for 3 month old. Some days will include caring for both children when the 1.5 year old toddler is not in daycare.

A happy, caring home - pet and smoke free!
Care for and develop children... More

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$22–25/hr
Johnstown, OH • 24 miles away

Newborn looking for a sitter in 43031-...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Newborn coming in may will be looking for sitter 3-4 days a week starting mid July! Open to discussion on sitting at my home or sitters home

Take care of child from morning (7ish am) when we go to work to evening when we return around (roughly return around 4-6 pm TBD)

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$21–25/hr
Grove City, OH • 16 miles away

Part-time nanny for baby girl! (Dog...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are first time parents! We have a fur baby, too— he is a 3 year old cattle dog mix named Rip :)
We are looking for a nanny to watch our baby girl regularly on Wednesday or Thursday between ~8am-5pm. She will be about 3 months old. We would like for our nanny to come to our home. My husband works... More

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$20–24/hr
Commercial Point, OH • 15 miles away

Full time nanny for a will be 1 year old!

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking for someone who fits into our family! We currently have one daughter and two dogs’
Take care of our daughter from 7:30-2:30pm, wash bottles, do her laundry if needed,feed/make meals for her, take her to fun places!
Start time is 7:30am, end time is 2:30pm Monday-Friday. I am a teacher so... More

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$21–25/hr
Columbus, OH • 15 miles away

Part time sitter for one lovable, crazy 3...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Husband and wife with three kids (9,5,3).Kids Love to be outside. Youngest two are boys who have lots of energy.
Pick up 3 year old from pre-k. Watch him until we get home. Pick up 9 year old from elementary school. Play games with three year old: play dough, outside, paint, magna tiles- keep him busy. More

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$23–25/hr
Blacklick, OH • 13 miles away

Part-time nanny/sitter for newborn

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Before School

We are mom and dad mid aged. We have a newborn that we are seeking care for.

We need a nanny to help in the early morning part time 3 times a week. We need someone experienced and very trustworthy with a newborn as he is 8 weeks as of 12/15/3024

We are located far east of downtown. The schedule... More

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$20–25/hr
Pickerington, OH • 6 miles away

Part time sitter for our two sweet toddlers

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Day-time Weekdays

Hello! We’re looking for a nanny to take care of our sweet kiddos. Our daughter is 1 and our son is 5.
Responsibilities would be basic, just caring for our kiddos in a fun and engaging way!
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday - 11:30am-4:30pm

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$11–20/hr
Commercial Point, OH • 15 miles away

Nanny for one infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

My husband and I just moved back up to Ohio and are looking for a nanny. We have one baby and two dogs.
Watch the baby during working hours (9-5ish) throughout the week. This would include changing her, playing with her, feeding both milk & purées, and occasionally opening the door to let the dogs... More

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$21–25/hr
Canal Winchester, OH • Less than a mile

Full-time nanny for a sweet infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We have a 3 month old (Nola) who we really don’t want to go to daycare. We have a comfortable home with a 10yr old black lab who loves cuddles andnaps
Just take care of her! Do tummy time and interact w her.Feed herbottles and give us updates :) put her down for naps! The normal stuff.
The... More

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$18–26/hr
New Albany, OH • 18 miles away

Part time nanny for one infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking for help with our daughter (born June 2024) while both parents work at home during the week
Watch our daughter while parents work, including play, feed, etc. Would love someone with experience working with infants
Estimating ~15 hours/week

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$22–26/hr
Columbus, OH • 12 miles away

Daytime care for 6 month old twins

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Our family expanded by 2 in July. We have 4 month old twins and need daytime care for them at the start of the new calendar year. We both work from home and need the daytime dedicated to our jobs. Our 13 yr old daughter does not need care and enjoys starting her return home from school giving the... More

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$20–25/hr
Columbus, OH • 20 miles away

Backup care nannies needed in Columbus OH...

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 Columbus, OH 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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$16–20/hr
Lancaster, OH • 13 miles away

Part time nanny for a sweet toddler and...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

My husband and I have 2 children, one just turned 2 and the other will be born in December. I work from home and he works out of the house.

We are looking for a nanny to help through the morning until the afternoon. Monday-Friday 3 weeks out of every month. Light meal prep for toddler and picking... More

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$15–20/hr
Columbus, OH • 19 miles away

Nanny for first time parents of one child

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are first time parents looking for a nanny Tuesday - Thursday for 9 hours a day from 8:30am-6:00pm. We have an awesome puppy named chase who is 3 years old and is very trained. We live in Upper Arlington in a small quiet condo complex!
We are looking for someone to start in December when we both... More

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