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.

$32–36/hr
Seattle, WA • 20 miles away

Full-time West Seattle Baby Nanny Share...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Both families value reliability, autonomy, and a strong connection with our nanny. Our households are pet-friendly, with one family having two friendly, people-loving cats named Joe (after Joseph Gordon-Levitt) and Sanus. We love being outdoors, enjoying tech, movies, snow sports, and spending time... More

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$22–26/hr
Redmond, WA • 18 miles away

Carnation area part time sitter needed for...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We’re a family of three - mom works, dad is a stay at home dad, and our daughter is in part time preschool. She’s a fun, creative 3.5 year who loves to play!

We’re just looking for someone to hang out with our daughter so we can run errands and go to appointments. No other duties are... More

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$15–30/hr
Bremerton, WA • 23 miles away

Full time nanny for infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are looking for a full time nanny for our infant starting in February. He will be around 5 months at that point. I will be going back to work full time and my husband is active duty.

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$26–32/hr
Sammamish, WA • 22 miles away

Full time Nanny for 3-month-old in Sammamish

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

In need of a full time Nanny for a 3-month-old girl in Sammamish, WA. Looking for a long-term commitment (3 years, minimum 1 year) so child has a familiar care giver.

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$25–34/hr
Kirkland, WA • 10 miles away

Part time Nanny needed for active 9 month...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

Hi! I am a work from home mom, we don’t have any pets right now and Ive previously been a nanny prior to my current career so I understand how much work it is! My son is 9 months old and very active, he is weaning to formula and eats pretty well with solids!
Watch 9 month old from home, play toys,... More

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$25–30/hr
Seattle, WA • 25 miles away

Part-time nanny for our crawling toddler

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hi! We need care for our happy little guy (8 months) from 8 AM - 4 PM alternating Mon-Wed and Wed-Thu every other week. Just keeping him fed, clean, engaged and entertained.

We request that a mask be worn when caring for our toddler as we're entering cold / flu season.

Preference given to... More

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$20–25/hr
Snohomish, WA • 14 miles away

Snohomish Family seeks Nanny

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Are you an energetic, creative, kind and compassionate nanny with toddler experience and ready availability? If so, come help us keep our 1-year-old toddler occupied while we work during the day. We are a fun-loving family that values child-led learning, maintaining a safe and healthy home... More

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$25–30/hr
Seattle, WA • 24 miles away

Nanny for 2 month old infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We are looking for a caring Nanny for our 2 month old.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide general baby care, including diaper changes, massages, baths, and putting the baby down for naps.
• Clean and wash baby bottles and dishes.
• Handle baby laundry.
• Prepare and feed meals for the baby.
•... More

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$18–22/hr
Seattle, WA • 8 miles away

Sitter for 3.5 yr old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School After School Weekends Daytime

We are a family of three - my husband, myself and our 3.5 year old son.

Play with Rihaan. Get him ready for school, and play with him after he comes back from school.

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$20–25/hr
Bellevue, WA • 21 miles away

Sitter needed for an 8 month old baby:...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We are a family of 3. My daughter is currently 8 months old. I work from home.
Taking care of the baby, diapering, feeding, playing, putting baby down for a nap
I need the services at home. The timings can be from 10 am to 4pm daily

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$25–31/hr
Sammamish, WA • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for an infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking for nanny who can help us in day time during weekdays to feed baby and make him sleep between 8 AM and 2 PM.
Responsibilities -
• Safe and loving environment for son ( 3 months old )
• Changing diapers, burping, feeding, washing and sanitizing bottles/pump parts
• Active engagement when... More

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Full-time West Seattle Baby Nanny Share...

Full-time West Seattle Baby Nanny Share...

Carnation area part time sitter needed for...

Carnation area part time sitter needed for...

Full time nanny for infant

Full time nanny for infant

Full time Nanny for 3-month-old in Sammamish

Full time Nanny for 3-month-old in Sammamish

Part time Nanny needed for active 9 month...

Part time Nanny needed for active 9 month...

Part-time nanny for our crawling toddler

Part-time nanny for our crawling toddler

Snohomish Family seeks Nanny

Snohomish Family seeks Nanny

Nanny for 2 month old infant

Nanny for 2 month old infant

Sitter for 3.5 yr old

Sitter for 3.5 yr old

Sitter needed for an 8 month old baby:...

Sitter needed for an 8 month old baby:...

Part-time sitter for an infant

Part-time sitter for an infant

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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?

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How much does it cost for nannies to use Sittercity?

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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?

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