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.

$30–40/hr
Austin, TX • 20 miles away

NATIONWIDE SEARCH: PERCEPTIVE NANNY/HOUSE...

3 children

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

A lively household, whose household manager/nanny of 7 years is sadly moving out of state, seeks a proactive, well-organized, and logical nanny/household manager to care for their 11-year-old, 8-year-old, and 3-year-old to help manage their home.

You will be responsible for assisting in... More

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$18–20/hr
Austin, TX • 14 miles away

Join Our Family as a Part-Time Nanny in...

1 child

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Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

We're in search of a nurturing nanny to join our family near Circle C in Southwest Austin. Our baby boy is 8 months old, and we're seeking someone experienced and attentive to his needs.
Experience with infants under 1 year, including diaper changes and basic infant care.
Ability to engage the... More

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$27–31/hr
Austin, TX • 24 miles away

Full-time Nanny Needed for 3 Children

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Hello! We have a family of three kids & are looking for a nanny who aligns with our values.
We would need support running errands, light house work consisting of: laundry, preparing snacks (sometimes meals), and extra support with our youngest with special needs that would require more physical... More

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$19–23/hr
Austin, TX • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for 5mo baby

1 child

Nanny

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Part-Time Day-time Weekdays Weekends Daytime

Need help with a 5mo well recovering from a foot injury

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$24–28/hr
Austin, TX • 18 miles away

Seeking a Nanny for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Looking for a nanny who is passionate and has a creative mind to engage two toddlers (15months and 4 year old) with age appropriate activities.

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$28–32/hr
Austin, TX • 23 miles away

Nanny for infant care M-F 8 am to 4 pm

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are expecting a baby in early July and need to return to work full time by Sept. 2. We are looking for a Nanny to take care of the baby M-F 8 am to 4 pm while parents are working. This would be at our home in the Cherrywood neighborhood. Previous experience with infant care is a preferred.

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$21–28/hr
Austin, TX • 18 miles away

Long term nanny for infant daughter

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are looking for a long-term nanny for our infant daughter starting July.
Infant care, laundry,light house keeping, occasional drop off for elder kid school.

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$15–18/hr
Austin, TX • 24 miles away

Full-time Nanny for 10-mo Boy in...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time After School Day-time Weekdays

We’re first time parents to an adorable 6-month old boy! (Will be 10 months in August).

Looking for a nanny to take care of my 10-month old in August and September. Feeding him, playing with him, and putting him down for naps. I might ask you to switch out laundry while he’s napping, but that’s... More

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$35–36/hr
Austin, TX • 19 miles away

Full-Time, Live-Out Nanny | Austin, TX

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

A wonderful family in Austin, Texas is seeking a full-time career nanny for their active children ages 2, 5, and 8. The typical schedule will be Monday through Friday from 1pm to 8:30pm with flexibility to work an occasional weekend day. Responsibilities include; all aspects of full-charge care,... More

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$20–25/hr
Austin, TX • 14 miles away

Full-time sitter for a one year old...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

I need a sitter to take care of a 1 year old toddler when my newborn arrives (expected delivery on 6/20). I will be working while my wife takes care of the newborn and she will need help sitting his older brother and with the house chores.

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$30–40/hr
Austin, TX • 22 miles away

Spanish Or Mandarin-Speaking ROTA Nanny...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Do not apply via this platform, follow the link to apply: https://adventurenannies.com/job-search/spanish-or-mandarin-speaking-rota-nanny-needed-for-adventurous-austin-tx-family/

Location: Austin, TX
Ages of children: 2.5 years old and 4 years old. The family is expecting their third child this... More

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$17–21/hr
New Braunfels, TX • 25 miles away

1 week sitter/nanny needed.Easy.

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

3 kiddos, 2x into videogames and 1x energetic minion.

Roselynn, Xavier, Eve. Singlemilitary parent that needs help with the start of summer.
Keep them out of trouble, cook meals for the kiddos, maybe light house work (but only as needed). 3y/o is currently potty training and does well with no. 1. More

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$25–30/hr
Austin, TX • 22 miles away

2024-3312: AUSTIN FAMILY OF 4 SEEKS...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

An Austin, TX family near Zilker Park seeks a full-time Household Manager/Nanny Hybrid, offering a flexible schedule of M-F, 10 AM - 6 PM or 11 AM - 7 PM. The ideal Nanny will be organized, proactive, &deeply involved in the family's well-being. Duties include managing household duties, maintaining... More

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$15–22/hr
New Braunfels, TX • 22 miles away

Part-time nanny for newborn baby due April...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

My name is Jeannice and my husband is Robert. We are first time parents who are both employed full-time. I work from home and he works out of the home. Our daughter is due in late April. We aren’t comfortable with putting her in daycare right away, so we would like a nanny to come to our home to... More

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