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How much do summer nannies jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer nannies in the United States is $17.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer nanny?

Summer nannies are childcare professionals who provide supervision, care, and activities for children during the summer months, typically when school is out of session. They may work full-time or part-time, either in the family's home or while traveling with the family. Summer nannies often organize fun and educational activities, assist with light household duties, and ensure children have a safe and engaging summer. Their responsibilities can vary based on the family's needs and the ages of the children.

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

To thrive as a Summer Nanny, you need experience in childcare, a basic understanding of child development, and often CPR/first aid certification. Familiarity with household routines, activity planning, and communication apps or scheduling tools is beneficial. Patience, responsibility, and strong interpersonal skills help nannies build trust and effectively engage with both children and parents. These qualifications ensure a safe, enriching environment and positive relationships throughout the summer.

What are the most common challenges faced by summer nannies, and how can they be addressed?

Summer nannies often face challenges such as adapting quickly to new family routines, managing children’s schedules filled with various activities, and balancing fun with safety during outings. Building strong communication with parents at the start helps set clear expectations and establish routines. Proactively planning engaging, age-appropriate activities and being flexible with daily plans can make transitions smoother for both children and nanny. Developing a rapport with the children early on also helps foster trust and a positive working environment.

What is the difference between Summer Nannies vs Babysitters?

AspectSummer NanniesBabysitters
CredentialsOften require childcare experience, background checks, and sometimes certifications like CPRMay have minimal requirements, often just age and background checks
Work EnvironmentLonger-term, seasonal positions working in families' homes, often with multiple childrenShort-term, casual jobs, usually for a few hours, working in families' homes or other settings
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily used by families seeking consistent, seasonal childcare during summer monthsUsed by parents needing occasional, short-term childcare, often on short notice

Summer Nannies typically work longer hours with more responsibilities and often require specific childcare credentials, while babysitters usually provide short-term, casual care with fewer requirements. Both roles serve families' childcare needs but differ in duration, responsibilities, and expectations.

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Infographic showing various Summer Nannies job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 24% Full Time, 66% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,200 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

Part-Time Nanny | Fox Chapel - Position

East Wind Nannies

Fox Chapel, PA • On-site

$36 - $42/hr

Part-time

PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Company Overview
Pittsburgh's leading nanny agency, East Wind Nannies, is a FREE to nannies service and networking platform, placing our exceptional and qualified nannies with professional families-ensuring that both our nannies and families receive top-notch quality in childcare.
We are excited to match YOU with your dream family-- take a look below at this position, and let us know if you're interested!
Job Summary
Pittsburgh, PA | Fox Chapel
Start Date: ASAP, but flexible for the perfect fit
Hours:
  • Monday to Friday, 2 pm - 7 pm; Guaranteed 32 hours/week,
  • Plus one block of time on a weekend or evening weekly

Hourly Rate: $36-42
Children: 6-year-old
Pets: Potential for one hypoallergenic dog later this year
Paid Vacation:
  • 1 week family's choice
  • 1 week nanny's choice
  • 3 sick or personal days
  • all major holidays

Requirements:
  • Up-to-date vaccinations, including annual flu
  • Enjoys summers at the pool
Responsibilities and Duties
WHO/WHAT: First things first: you should probably know about the rulebook. It's an unofficial, ever-growing collection of rules Dad has been creating since his son was little. #32: Be kind. #76: You can never go wrong if you do the right thing. Some are serious, some are probably invented on the spot, and his six-year-old has grown up quoting them right back. It tells you a lot about these two.
Dad has full custody of one witty, creative, super-sharp six-year-old who loves soccer, reading, nature, swimming, abstract art, making movies, and filming rap videos for his very-real-in-his-mind "YouTube channel" (and we're all committed to keeping the quotation marks a secret). He's easygoing, independent, happiest being silly with his friends, and-despite Dad's best efforts to introduce better music-still keeping Old Town Road in heavy rotation. Dad and son are also known to freestyle rap, so car rap battles are fair game anytime the vibe is right.
School ends around 3:45 pm, and afternoons have a comfortable rhythm: snack, homework, play, dinner, bath, and winding down with a book. Dad would love someone who appreciates both sides of childhood-the adventures and the quiet connection. Get outside. Kick the soccer ball. Make something. Head to the pool. Invite a friend over. Turn an ordinary Tuesday into a mini adventure. Summers keep a similar rhythm-just swap the school bus for camp pickup. Dad asks that the nanny have their own car, although he's not opposed to purchasing an extra vehicle in the future.
But here's the bigger picture: Dad isn't simply looking for after-school coverage. He's building a village. He's a single father and deeply committed to giving his son a childhood that feels steady, connected, and full of people who show up. He wants someone who can help life run smoothly so that when he walks through the door, he can spend more time simply being Dad. That's where the 32 guaranteed hours come in. Before the school bus arrives, you'll help with light dinner prep, dishes, tidying, vacuuming or sweeping, errands, and getting the house reset for the evening. A housekeeper handles the deep cleaning and laundry, so think less "housekeeper" and more "make life easier before a six-year-old comes flying through the door." There's talk of adding a furry family member (the hypoallergenic dog-type) later this year, so help with letting them into the fenced-in yard for potty breaks and occasional feedings would be ideal.
Dad is flexible and hopes to build the schedule around the right person. He'd love someone who can occasionally help with school closures, evenings, weekend time, summer camp pickups, and maybe even join them on a family vacation or business trip.
THE IDEAL NANNY IS...THE KIND OF GROWN-UP EVERY SIX-YEAR-OLD NEEDS IN THEIR CORNER. You're nurturing, fun, creative, communicative, and incredibly dependable. You genuinely enjoy kids this age-you'll kick the soccer ball, listen to the elaborate story, and jump into a car rap battle. But you also know when it's time to switch gears and get homework done, dinner on the table, and everyone settled for the evening. You're proactive without taking over, confident without being rigid, and comfortable becoming another steady adult in a child's life. You appreciate routines, show up when you say you will, and don't need a detailed list to notice what needs to happen next.
Most importantly, you're looking for somewhere to stay. Dad anticipates needing support for years to come-potentially into his son's high school years. He's hoping to find someone who's there for soccer seasons and summer camps, changing interests, bigger homework, and bigger conversations. Someone who eventually knows the family rulebook by heart-and sticks around long enough to help write a few new rules.
Starting with #77: When you find a great nanny, keep them.
Requirements and Benefits
  • Nanny must have a driver's license, vehicle, and a clean driving record
  • Nanny MUST have previous nanny experience for a minimum of 2 years.
  • Paid Vacation
  • If your resume is a fit for our positions, our team will be in touch with you. You will receive our nanny application and be informed of the next steps regarding our process.

Once our team determines if you meet our qualifications, we'll email you our nanny application to complete. It should take you no more than fifteen minutes. Once submitted, we'll be in touch with the next steps in our application process!