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.

$10–16/hr
Princeton, TX • 19 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant: Infant care,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We are looking for a caring and responsible nanny starting March 26, 2025, with a flexible schedule. The nanny will care for our infant during weekday early mornings and daytime. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, ensuring the child’s safety, and engaging in age-appropriate... More

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$18–22/hr
Lavon, TX • 23 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Children: Meals,...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

We seek a responsible nanny for our two children, aged toddler and elementary. The job starts on March 24, 2025, with a flexible schedule on weekday mornings, afternoons, and weekends. The nanny drives the children to activities and appointments using their own car. Responsibilities include planning... More

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$15–18/hr
Melissa, TX • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for 2 Young Kids, Meal Prep,...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are looking for a caring and experienced nanny to start on March 24, 2025. The nanny will care for two children, aged toddler and preschool. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, light housekeeping, and light laundry. The nanny must have a reliable car and be comfortable with pets.... More

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$12–22/hr
Anna, TX • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Afternoons and...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

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

We seek a caring and reliable nanny for our infant starting on April 7, 2025. The schedule is flexible and includes weekday afternoons, evenings, early mornings, and daytime hours. Responsibilities include providing attentive care, preparing meals, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate... More

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$18–21/hr
Greenville, TX • 17 miles away

Nanny Needed for Three Young Children, two...

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekday Evenings

We are looking for a reliable nanny to care for three children, aged 2,3,and 4. We are in the process of getting Kinship care, so we are not sure of the start date yet. It will be 2 days per week from 4pm-12:15am, rotating weeks, one week Monday and Friday, the other week Wednesday and Thursday.... More

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$18–22/hr
McKinney, TX • 25 miles away

Seek Nanny for Preschool Child: Tutoring,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a reliable nanny for our preschool child, starting on March 17, 2025. The nanny will work flexible daytime weekdays. Responsibilities include guiding learning activities, assisting with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and supporting toilet training. Light housekeeping related to the... More

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$15–25/hr
Melissa, TX • 22 miles away

Flexible Daytime Nanny for Toddler,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Seeking part-time nanny care for our 2.5 yr old. Monday -Thursday from approximately 9am - 3pm.
Occasionally, the hours will vary on Tues and Wed. Responsibilities include engaging our child in play, preparing meals and snacks, and light clean up after her. The candidate must have a reliable car... More

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$22–31/hr
Melissa, TX • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care in late...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a nanny to care for our infant beginning March 17, 2025, during weekday afternoons. The nanny needs to ensure a safe and nurturing environment, prepare meals, change diapers, and engage the child in age-appropriate activities. The candidate must have experience with multiple children, feel... More

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$20–25/hr
Melissa, TX • 22 miles away

Nanny Needed for One Elementary Child,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We seek a responsible nanny starting on June 2, 2025, with a flexible start date. The nanny works weekdays during the day, caring for one elementary-aged child. Responsibilities include driving the child to activities, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate... More

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$15–22/hr
McKinney, TX • 25 miles away

Nanny needed for infant; meal prep, light...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny to start on April 1,2025 (date flexible), for our infant. The schedule includes weekday mornings and daytime hours. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, light laundry, and providing safe, nurturing care. The ideal candidate has experience with multiple... More

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$25–30/hr
Anna, TX • 22 miles away

SPANISH SPEAKING Full time nanny, goal to...

4 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays Weekends Evenings

My name is Yesenia, mom of 4 wonderful bilingual children. Looking for a dedicated nanny with a nurturing spirit, loves coloring and having fun learning new things. Must speak Spanish.

Light cleaning after kids. Diaper changing, playing games with the kids. Teaching basic skills when parents... More

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$24–25/hr
Anna, TX • 22 miles away

Weekday Nanny Needed for Toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are looking for a nanny for our toddler starting on April 1, 2025. You would work at our home from 8AM to 4PM M-Th. We are looking to do a weekly rate of $200. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, supervising playtime, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The ideal... More

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$24–28/hr
McKinney, TX • 25 miles away

Part time for two fun toddlers and an infant

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We currently have a family of 5. We are a loving, God fearing family that treats others like our own. We are looking for the same in return :)
Help mom out with her toddler and preschooler while she attends to the newborn. Help with homeschooling in the morning and outside activities.light... More

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$15–18/hr
McKinney, TX • 25 miles away

Loving Nanny needed

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time or Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Experienced nanny needed in West McKinney (off Coit) for our 3-year-old son and 1-year-old daughter, Mon-Fri, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., starting Thursday. Duties: healthy meal prep, light kitchen cleaning, folding laundry. Pay: $15-$18/hour, paid weekly. I work from home and will be available for support.... More

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