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The Nanny Lab

On-Call Nannies

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

The Nanny Lab is now hiring passionate, creative, and dedicated professional on-call nannies to join our growing Maryland, Virginia, and DC team. Work as many or as little hours as your schedule ...

Nanny & Me USA

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Nanny

Princeton, NJ · On-site

A Nanny provides dedicated childcare, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. This role involves managing daily routines, supporting the child's development, and ...

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How much do nanny jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for 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 Does a Nanny Do?

A nanny plays a special role in a child’s life. Nannies are childcare professionals who assist parents with the day-to-day work of caring and raising children and are responsible for the children’s well-being and supportive of their emotional needs. As a nanny, your responsibilities may include preparing meals, dressing and bathing the children, arranging playdates, accompanying children to activities, and helping with schoolwork. Nannies typically work during the parent's work hours, but some families have nannies come early in the morning or stay at night until the kids go to bed. You may also be responsible for dropping off and picking up the kids at school and performing light housework.

What are nannies?

Nannies are childcare professionals who provide personalized care and supervision for children, usually within the family's home. Their responsibilities often include preparing meals, organizing activities, assisting with homework, and ensuring the safety and well-being of the children they watch over. Nannies can work full-time, part-time, or live-in, and may also handle light housekeeping related to the children. They play an important role in supporting families by offering reliable and nurturing care tailored to each child's needs.

What is the difference between Nanny vs Babysitter?

AspectNannyBabysitter
CredentialsMay require childcare certifications or background checksUsually no formal credentials required
Work EnvironmentLong-term, consistent care in the child's homeShort-term, occasional care, often in the child's or babysitter's home
Employer & Industry UsageEmployed by families for ongoing careHired for temporary or one-time needs
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for consistent, long-term childcareSeeking occasional or short-term babysitting

In summary, a nanny provides ongoing, long-term childcare with potential certifications and a regular schedule, while a babysitter offers temporary, occasional care without formal credentials. Both roles serve different needs based on the family's requirements.

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

To thrive as a Nanny, you need strong childcare knowledge, first aid/CPR certification, and often experience or training in early childhood development. Familiarity with child safety systems, age-appropriate activities, and sometimes communication apps for parent updates are important technical tools. Patience, reliability, adaptability, and excellent communication skills help nannies build trust and connect with both children and parents. These abilities are vital for ensuring the child's safety, fostering healthy development, and maintaining positive family relationships.

How do nannies typically coordinate with parents to ensure consistent child care routines?

Nannies often maintain open and regular communication with parents to align on daily routines, discipline approaches, and developmental activities for the children. This can involve daily handover notes, shared digital calendars, or scheduled check-ins to discuss the child's progress and any concerns. By working collaboratively, nannies help provide stability for the children and adapt to any changes in family needs or schedules. This partnership is key to delivering high-quality, personalized care and fostering a positive home environment.
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Infographic showing various Nanny job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $49,027 per year, or $23.6 per hour.
Weekend Nanny Long Term Position

Weekend Nanny Long Term Position

Nanny Poppins Agency

Laredo, TX

$28 - $32/hr

Other

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Weekend Nanny – 3 Children (Ages 3, 5 & 9)

We are seeking an experienced and reliable weekend nanny to care for three children, ages 3, 5, and 9. The ideal candidate is engaging, responsible, and confident managing multiple children in a structured and active household.

Schedule:
- Saturday & Sunday, 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM 

- Long Term

Compensation:
$28–$32 per hour, based on experience

Responsibilities:

  • Provide attentive and engaging care for all three children
  • Plan age-appropriate activities and outings
  • Support routines, meals, and general daily structure
  • Ensure a safe, positive, and organized environment

Requirements:

  • Prior nanny or childcare experience
  • Strong, verifiable references
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
  • Dependable, proactive, and warm demeanor
  • Must be able to provide 3-5 professional references
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About Nanny Poppins Agency

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Since 1995, the Nanny Poppins Agency has been providing the highest level of support as a full-service, nationwide nanny and domestic staffing agency. Our clients range from young, rising professionals looking for their first mother’s helper, nanny, personal assistant, or housekeeper; to high-profile, world-traveling corporate executives, business owners, dual-professional families, celebrities and athletes; to professionally run family trusts and estates. We manage each search with discretion, precision, forethought and in constant consideration of your valuable time. We know that you are busy and that your standards are high. We look beyond the average and seek out the best candidates, carefully screening them prior to sending them over for your review. The Nanny Poppins Agency has earned a reputation for sourcing, thoroughly screening, and placing candidates that hold the highest standard of professionalism. Our clients return to us and refer us to their friends, family and colleagues. Our clients can trust our agency to work hard to meet their criteria and unique needs throughout the candidate screening process. Nanny Poppins will be available to them at any time after the placement is made to ensure our clients are satisfied and will return to us, referring to their family.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

1 - 10 Employees

Headquarters location

Windham, NH, US

Year founded

1995

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