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How much do entry level nanny jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level nanny in the United States is $23.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Entry Level Nanny, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Nanny, you need basic childcare knowledge, first aid/CPR certification, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with child safety protocols and household communication apps like Brightwheel or Daily Connect is often required. Patience, reliability, and strong interpersonal skills help build trust with both children and parents. These abilities are essential for creating a safe, nurturing environment and fostering positive relationships in the caregiving role.

What are some common challenges an entry level nanny may face when starting with a new family?

Entry level nannies often encounter challenges such as adjusting to the unique routines and expectations of each family, building trust with both children and parents, and learning to manage multiple tasks like meal preparation, playtime, and light housekeeping. Effective communication is key, as understanding and respecting the family's parenting style can take time. Overcoming these initial hurdles usually leads to a rewarding and supportive working relationship.

What are entry level nannies?

Entry level nannies are childcare professionals who are new to the nanny profession or have limited prior experience. They typically assist families with basic childcare duties such as supervising children, preparing simple meals, organizing playtime, and helping with homework. Entry level nannies may also do light housekeeping related to the children. They often work under the guidance of more experienced caregivers or parents and are eager to learn and grow in their roles.

What is the difference between Entry Level Nanny vs Babysitter?

AspectEntry Level NannyBabysitter
Required CredentialsBasic childcare knowledge, sometimes CPR certificationMinimal or no formal credentials needed
Work EnvironmentLonger-term, consistent care in family homesOccasional, short-term care, often sporadic
Employer & Industry UsageFamilies seeking ongoing childcareParents needing temporary or evening care
Common Search & Comparison IntentLooking for regular childcare providersSeeking occasional babysitting services

While both roles involve caring for children, an Entry Level Nanny typically provides consistent, long-term care in a family’s home and may have basic childcare certifications. A Babysitter usually offers short-term, occasional care without formal credentials. Understanding these differences helps families find the right caregiver for their needs.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Nanny job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Locum Tenens, 6% Internship, 24% As Needed, 6% Full Time, and 58% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $49,027 per year, or $23.6 per hour.
Part-time Behavior Therapist, Autism (ABA) - Entry Level!

Part-time Behavior Therapist, Autism (ABA) - Entry Level!

Total Spectrum

Brookfield, WI • On-site

$19 - $23.50/hr

Part-time

PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Total Spectrum rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Company Description
Join one of the fastest-growing fields in healthcare in an entry-level job that lets you work with kids and spend your day doing meaningful work. As a Behavior Technician, you will help kids with autism learn and grow!
Do you cringe at the thought of a life tied to a desk, preferring hands-on work that gets you up and moving? Do you want to help others, while bringing home a paycheck in one of the fastest growing fields in healthcare? Do you crave work-life balance-and dare to have a life outside of work?
If so, you might be a good fit for a behavior technician position, an entry-level career that involves helping children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a range of conditions that can affect a kid's ability to socialize, play, and communicate. Our behavior techs undergo free training to work with our team to deliver applied behavior analysis (ABA), a therapy that uses play-based activities to help kids build skills.
Once you learn the ropes of ABA, opportunities are ripe for you to take on more responsibility, grow your career, and even earn a promotion in as little as six months!
So, what are you waiting for?
Job Description
Backed by the support and supervision of our awesome staff, you would:
  • Work with kids (18 months to school age) with autism and special needs in their homes or in one of our centers.
  • Work part-time hours during the week between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. with some weekend sessions.
  • Gain training and skills to support a career in behavior analysis, behavioral health, teaching, occupational therapy, speech language pathology, counseling, mental health, and parenting.
  • Become eligible to earn your registered behavior technician (RBT/BCAT) certification.
  • Create lasting, positive change for children and their families.

If you work full-time, you can earn up to 15 days of paid time off (PTO) after 90 days of employment. If you work part-time, you're eligible for sick leave.
Qualifications
Do you have what it takes? Although we don't require specific experience, we do look for certain characteristics, including:
  • A genuine desire to help children with autism and their families achieve goals.
  • A steady supply of compassion, empathy, enthusiasm, kindness, goodwill, and reliability.
  • Strong curiosity and a desire (or, at least, a willingness) to learn about autism, learning differences, and ABA.
  • The ability to master the latest TikTok dance craze. (Just kidding.)

Oh, and we actually require:
  • A high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Eligibility to work in the United States.
  • Availability to work a consistent weekly schedule: morning, afternoon, and/or evenings.
  • The ability to pass a background check.
  • Reliable transportation/Valid Driver's License
  • Not to mention, it is a plus if you:
    • Are bi-lingual, with English/Spanish fluency.
    • Studied, majored, or minored in psychology, education, special education, child care, behavioral health, health science, or a related field.
    • Have experience working with children, whether as a babysitter, nanny, tutor, teacher, coach, camp counselor, or some other form of childcare.

Physical requirements vary and are based on specific client assignments. You may be asked to engage in any of the following: push, pull, lift up to 35 pounds, and move quickly, according to client needs. It is necessary to be able to sit on the floor, stoop, stand, walk, and run.
Total Spectrum is part of LEARN Behavioral, a national organization dedicated to nurturing the unique potential of children with autism and special needs. LEARN serves communities from coast to coast. And we're growing every day.
LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Candidates interested in the following positions will find this role similarly rewarding and are encouraged to apply: teacher, psychologist, behavior analyst, speech and language pathologist, occupational therapist, social worker, home health aide (HHA), teacher aide, child care worker, instructor, counselor, education assistant, home care worker, caregiver, mental health therapist, childcare assistant, paraprofessional, life skills coach.
This position is similar to the following positions at other companies: behavioral technician, behavior therapist, registered behavior technician, RBT, board certified autism therapist, BCAT, behavior treatment technician, ABA tutor, line therapist, behavior interventionist, autism instructor, licensed behavior analyst, and board certified behavior analyst.
Additional Information
The health and well-being of our clients, staff, and community are of the utmost importance to LEARN Behavioral. With the continued presence of COVID-19, we are committed to providing our essential services to clients, while maintaining safety for everyone:
  • Face Coverings are required indoors
  • Daily health screenings are required of all staff and families
  • Vaccination is strongly recommended. We expect that our team will be required to be vaccinated in the future to comply with Executive and State mandates. Candidates should consider this requirement before applying.

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