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.

$17–25/hr
Represa, CA • 20 miles away

Part-time (30 hr/ week) nanny for a 15...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking for a nanny for our 15 month old baby girl. Day time starts at 8 AM to 2 PM. Need to be patient and flexible to adapt to baby's and our schedule. Previous childcare experience preferred.
Take care of baby. Feeding/ Diaper changes. Engage/ teach her basics. Take care of naps.

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$30–35/hr
Sacramento, CA • 18 miles away

German Family Looking For German Nanny

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are a family of 3 and looking for a German-speaking nanny to help us throughout the week. Mom will be working from home most days. Dad is in healthcare and gone during the day.

Our little boy Henry is now 4,5 months old and we are looking for someone to nurture him and help him reach his... More

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$21–25/hr
El Dorado Hills, CA • 24 miles away

Full-time Nanny for 5 wonderful kids

5+ children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekends Daytime More...

5 children ages 4 to 12, need supervision for Summer-time activities. All can swim, they will need rides to and from camps and time at home. Some meal prep and light housekeeping duties would be great.

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$20–25/hr
Rancho Cordova, CA • 14 miles away

Sitter for a 6 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are looking for an in home nanny for my 6 month old son during the summer starting in May. Ideally we would like to have someone to supervise and play with him from Monday to Thursday 8am-3pm but we are flexible on days and times. We are also open to a nanny share with anyone in the area of... More

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$20–35/hr
Carmichael, CA • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for a sweet one year old...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello, we are a family of four. My husband and I have one son that is 13 (doesn't need care) and one daughter that will be one in August 2024. We need care for our one year old daughter every other Monday and every Wednesday from roughly 9:30 to 2:30. We need a caregiver to watch over her while we... More

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$25–35/hr
Sacramento, CA • 20 miles away

Educationally-Minded Rotational 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/educationally-minded-rotational-nanny-needed-for-welcoming-napa-family-team/

Location: Napa, CA & Sacramento, CA
Ages of children: 2 years old & 10 months old.
Start date: As soon as they find the... More

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$21–32/hr
Rancho Cordova, CA • 14 miles away

Sitter needed for a newborn and toddler,...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are a family of 5with a work from home parent, interested in finding nanny care during the work hours. Newborn infant and 2 year old toddler.Would really love a Spanish speaking nanny but it is optional.
Primary care for infant and toddler, including preparing meals, enrichment activities, sleep... More

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$15–18/hr
Sacramento, CA • 16 miles away

Full time overnight nanny for one six...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Weekday Evenings

We are a family of two. Mom is a full time travel nurse and daughter is six years old just finished up with kindergarten.
Needing night time care while mom works. Help with homework, dinner time, bath and possibly taking her to school or sports will be apart of the care.
Mainly evenings 5-6p to... More

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$10–22/hr
Sacramento, CA • 22 miles away

Recurring Babysitting for one 11 month old

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Hello, my name is Michael and my wife’s name is Iliana. We have an 11 month old son Lincoln.
We are looking for someone to come by for about an hour or two a day to watch Lincoln to give momma a break when needed.

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$15–18/hr
Sacramento, CA • 21 miles away

Hello - looking for a nanny to help watch...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays

Looking for a nanny to help with our toddler who is 3 yrs. We are working parents and need caregiver to watch our child while we are working. Someone to help with activities and learning.

Playing with our child, to come up with educational activities, feed when it’s time for feeding, creating a... More

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$20–25/hr
Sacramento, CA • 22 miles away

Part -time sitter for four children 3...

4 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time After School Weekday Evenings Day-time Weekdays

Hello we are the Bigbee's and the Stewart's. We are a hard working family. Mrs. Bigbee is currently going back to school, while Ms. Stewart works evening. We are looking for nanny to support our little ones during these changes.
Support with nap time, serving dinner, picking up our toddler from day... More

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$20–35/hr
Sacramento, CA • 22 miles away

3 kiddos, two part time one full time care

3 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays After School Weekday Evenings

Hi there we’ve got 3 kiddos. A 6month old, part time 2 1/2 year old, and part time 6 year old who is in school!
Provide child care for infant and toddler and school pick up for the oldest who will be finishing up kindergarten this year
We are located in Roseville currently but will be moving to... More

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$15–17/hr
Sacramento, CA • 21 miles away

Full time sitter for a 7 month baby

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

Hello,

Looking for part time sitter for a 7 month old baby (2 to 3 times a week 5 hours a day)

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$26–28/hr
Sacramento, CA • 15 miles away

Fulltime sitter formybtwo babies

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

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

Single father with two kids ages 3 and 4. Need help fast. Currently working as a far by truck driver so need help early as 3:00 am
Need sitter to watch my babies while I go to work from 3am-3:30 pm. Trying to find something asap.

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