Brooklyn’s favorite nanny agency
Living in Brooklyn means your child has the world at their fingertips. Hire the perfect nanny to help them grow, learn, and explore.
From the very start, Smart Sitting has had one foot in Brooklyn, getting to know the tree-lined streets and diverse families that make up this vibrant borough, from Park Slope to Brooklyn Heights. We understand the rhythms of Brooklyn family life, and know how to find your family the savvy, engaging nanny who will be just the right fit and with whom your child can grow. With our full-time, part-time, and flexible, short-term options, Smart Sitting is the childcare service that lasts the lifetime of your childcare needs.
Find a full-time or part-time nanny in Brooklyn
We find full-time and part-time candidates in New York who fit your childcare needs - and your hopes. We only work with the best: experienced, professional and proactive Brooklyn nannies and sitters able to check every box on your responsibilities list, while also creating an environment in which your children can truly grow into their best selves.
We’ll handle all the hiring details for your Brooklyn nanny:
Create competitive nanny compensation packages
Outline nanny job descriptions for your dream nanny hire
Recruit nanny candidates and speak with them to assess their fit with your family,
Help you hire your ideal nanny
Manage the nanny/family employment relationship
$499 search engagement includes:
Phone consultation with personal Family Specialist and family needs assessment
Crafting job description and benefits to attract ideal talent
Recruitment team conducts personalized search for your position
3 pre-screened candidates handpicked for the position
Personalized and detailed presentation of candidates
Family Specialist arranges interviews and trials
Assistance in crafting work agreement and setting up payroll
$30-35+ nanny's hourly rate includes:
Rate negotiated based on location, experience, and requirements of position
Convenient payroll setup through our partnership with HomePay, if desired
We help you consider transportation reimbursements, health insurance stipend, and PTO as part of preparing a competitive offer
Thorough county, national, and federal background checks run upon successful hire for ultimate reassurance ($150 value)
20% after placement includes:
1:1 Dedicated Family Specialist available for ongoing support
General support also available 365 days per year
Short-term, fill in nannies available
Service premium based on nanny's gross income: 20% per week for a no-commitment way to ease into a working relationship or of nanny's annual income, family’s choice
$499 search engagement credited back to families opting for 20% placement within 30 days of hire
Continued support for nanny within the Smart Sitting network, including professional development, valuable information, and a strong community
How we work with your Brooklyn family
Consult
We'll get to know you and help craft the details around the role you're looking to fill. This informs our thorough search for ideal nannies.
Connect
Once we’ve launched the search and narrowed the possibilities to a few top candidates, Smart Sitting presents you with detailed candidate profiles and takes care of the meeting and hiring process.
Support
We’re not done after the hire — we’re here to help manage your childcare into the future, with personal, dedicated support and services that last the lifetime of your childcare needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Smart Sitting makes your search for trusted nannies in Brooklyn easy, enjoyable, and successful.
How much does it cost to hire a nanny in Brooklyn?
Rates for a nanny or babysitter in and around Brooklyn vary greatly. Less experienced nannies in positions with less responsibility generally earn around $20/hour, while highly specialized nannies may earn $30-40/hour, and tutor rates reach $70-200+/hour. SmartSitters typically earn $30-35/hour. Regular part-time and full-time nannies normally also accrue paid time off and benefits as part of their employment, especially in the current, highly competitive market, as well as overtime for work over 40 hours/week.
How do I hire a nanny in Brooklyn?
While there are many ways to find a nanny for hire in Brooklyn, some will be more successful than others. Listing services offer little in the way of security or follow-through. Parent forums and groups may give you a personal referral but still leave you with the work of interviewing multiple candidates, calling references, and handling the hiring details on your own. By working with a reputable nanny agency that understands the demands of the city, you can find professional candidates with just the experience, values, and energy your family is looking for, with ongoing help through the entire hiring process.
What kind of long-term childcare can I find in Brooklyn?
Brooklyn has every kind of family – and every kind of childcare solution to fit them. Brooklyn parents rely on dependable, flexible childcare coverage that fits their busy lifestyles, but they’re looking for something more than just the basics. Daycares provide good coverage for children in groups but do not offer solutions for sick days or extended hours, and spots are limited. School-aged children in public schools have access to after-school care at the school. A great perk in Brooklyn is that there are plenty of highly experienced, engaging in-home caregivers with varied availability, meaning that families in Brooklyn have access to babysitters for fill-in care, regular part-time and after school care, or long-term, full-time nannies as needed.
Our SmartSitters in Brooklyn
Experienced, engaging caregivers who can keep up with your kids.
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Book a babysitter, manage your preferred sitters, and get to know new caregivers anytime, right from your phone - while we handle timesheets and compensation.
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