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After School nanny/Blue Ash

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

After-School Nanny Needed - Blue Ash, OH Location: Blue Ash, Ohio (45242) Schedule: Monday-Friday ... Occasional overnight care and morning routines (including school drop-off) will be needed when mom ...

British American Household Staffing

$40 - $45/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

A private bedroom and bathroom are provided for overnight care. Above all, the family hopes to find a long-term nanny who is excited to grow with the children and become a trusted member of their ...

NannyPod

Newborn Care Part Time Nanny

Austin, TX · On-site

$18/hr

  • PTO

Newborn Care Part Time Nanny for 1 Infant Austin TX - Internal Code: JB-S Approximate Schedule ... Overnight on Sundays8 Week Commitment Days: Sunday (Overnights) Start Date: March 12th 2021 ...

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How much do overnight babysitter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight babysitter in the United States is $12.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.74 and $13.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by overnight babysitters and how can they be managed?

Overnight babysitters often encounter challenges such as managing children's bedtime routines, handling nighttime awakenings, and ensuring the safety and comfort of the children throughout the night. It's important to communicate clearly with parents about any special instructions, allergies, or bedtime routines before the shift begins. Staying calm, patient, and prepared with quiet activities or comfort items can help soothe children who wake up during the night. Building trust with both children and parents is key to a successful overnight babysitting experience.

What is an overnight babysitter?

An overnight babysitter may perform some of the same tasks as a daytime babysitter, except their primary responsibility is to stay at a house to watch and care for children overnight. As an overnight babysitter or night sitter, your duties include putting the kids to bed and overseeing their well-being throughout the night. You may need to stay the whole night or just until the parents get home. Depending on the parents’ needs, you may pick up kids from school and drive them home, help the children do their homework, make sure they eat dinner, and get them to bed. While this job may sound easier than a daytime sitter, you’re expected to stay up all night for your shift. You may need to console a sick child in the middle of the night, and, if you care for a newborn as a night nanny, sleep training may be one of your tasks.

What is the difference between Overnight Babysitter vs Night Nanny?

AspectOvernight BabysitterNight Nanny
CredentialsBasic babysitting certifications, CPR/First AidSame as babysitter, often with additional infant care training
Work EnvironmentChild's home, overnight hoursChild's home, overnight hours, often with focus on infants
Employer & IndustryParents, families, childcare agenciesParents, families, especially with infants or newborns
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for overnight child careSeeking specialized overnight infant care

While both Overnight Babysitters and Night Nannies provide overnight care, Night Nannies typically have specialized training in infant care and focus on newborns, whereas Overnight Babysitters may care for children of all ages with standard babysitting certifications. The choice depends on the child's age and specific needs.

How to find overnight babysitters?

To find overnight babysitters, you can use trusted babysitting platforms or local caregiver agencies that verify backgrounds and provide reviews. Posting detailed job descriptions, including schedule and responsibilities, helps attract qualified candidates, and conducting interviews ensures compatibility and reliability.

Do overnight babysitters get paid overnight?

Overnight babysitters are typically paid for the entire shift, including overnight hours, which may be at an hourly rate or a flat fee. Payment arrangements depend on the employer or agency, and some may offer higher rates for overnight stays due to the extended hours and responsibilities involved.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an overnight babysitter?

To thrive as an Overnight Babysitter, you need experience in childcare, basic first aid knowledge, and, ideally, CPR certification. Familiarity with baby monitors, night routines, and clear communication with parents is often required. Patience, reliability, and attentiveness are vital soft skills that help build trust and ensure children's safety through the night. These skills are crucial for providing a safe, nurturing environment and responding effectively to any nighttime needs or emergencies.
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Infographic showing various Overnight Babysitter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $27,000 per year, or $13 per hour.

Full-Time Nanny / Household Manager

Nanny Poppins Agency

Norwich, VT • On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Location: Norwich, VT
Position: Live-out
Schedule: 4–5 days/week — approx. 9:30/10:00 AM arrival to 5:30/6:00 PM
Guaranteed Hours: 30-40 hours
Compensation: $30–35/hour, depending on experience
Start Date: Flexible; targeting mid-to-late August

Position Overview
A warm, active nanny and household assistant for three children (ages 5, 8, and 10) in Norwich, VT. This is a full-day role: mornings and early afternoons focus on household support and meal prep, transitioning to school pickup and childcare through the afternoon. The family values a proactive, organized caregiver who keeps the household running smoothly and the children engaged.

Benefits

  • 5 paid sick days
  • Federal holidays paid
  • 2 weeks paid vacation — one week of the family's choosing, one of the nanny's
  • Family-provided vehicle for work-related driving
  • Healthcare stipend possible for the right candidate

Responsibilities

  • Laundry, tidying, and general household upkeep
  • Meal prep and cooking dinner for the family (meals are allergy-conscious; the household eats the same food)
  • Grocery shopping
  • School pickup and walk home
  • Plan and lead age-appropriate activities, outings, and playdates (hosting and attending)
  • Drive children to instrument lessons, sports, and activities
  • Help the youngest child with reading
  • Support the family's gentle-parenting approach — clear boundaries, calm redirection, explaining rather than harsh discipline

Requirements

  • Valid driver's license; confident winter driving
  • Comfortable driving a family-provided vehicle
  • Strong swimmer, comfortable swimming with children
  • CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain
  • Current flu vaccination
  • Comfortable managing a child's food allergy, including carrying an epipen and preparing allergy-safe meals
  • Reliable, patient, organized, detail-oriented, and active
  • Occasional overnight availability a plus (not required)
  • 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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