Jersey City’s top nanny agency
We work hard to find, interview, and hire exceptional nannies in Jersey City.
Raising your family in and around Jersey City is an easy choice, but it doesn't come without hard work. Your family needs a consistent, safe childcare solution that you can rely on no matter what comes up - a proactive nanny who can step up to the challenge, giving your children the individual attention and care that will encourage their strengths, while adapting to the busy lifestyle of a modern New Jersey family. With our streamlined process and personalized search, we do the heavy lifting of recruiting and talking with exceptional candidates, to help you find the nanny who can bring your family not just relief, but joy.
Find a full-time Jersey City nanny
Search, Connect & Hire in New Jersey
We recruit full-time candidates in Jersey City who fit your needs - and your hopes. Smart Sitting’s Jersey City nannies and sitters are experienced and proactive caregivers ready to handle the day’s duties and build an environment in which your children can truly grow into their best selves.
Let us handle the details—from outlining job descriptions, recruiting candidates and speaking with them to assess their fit with your family, through to helping you hire your ideal nanny and manage the 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 your position
Family Specialist arranges interviews and trials
Assistance in crafting work agreement and setting up payroll
Short-term and fill in nannies available via our Always On: Babysitting Backup Care Program
$30-35+ nanny's hourly rate includes:
Rate negotiated based on location, experience, and requirements of position
We help you consider transportation reimbursements, health insurance stipend, and PTO as part of preparing a competitive offer
Convenient payroll setup through our partnership with HomePay if desired
Thorough county, national, and federal background checks run upon successful hire for ultimate reassurance
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 find your ideal Jersey City nanny
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 Jersey City nannies.
Connect
Once we’ve launched the search and narrowed the possibilities to a few top candidates, Smart Sitting presents you with detailed Jersey City nanny 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.
Our SmartSitters in Jersey City
Reliable, experienced, local caregivers who engage your children and offer you peace of mind
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Frequently Asked Questions
Smart Sitting makes your search for trusted nannies in New Jersey easy, enjoyable, and successful.
How much should I expect to pay to hire a nanny in Jersey City?
Average rates across the board for a full-time nanny in Jersey City is $15-25/hr. Overtime applies after 40 hours. Nannies are also offered PTO, sick days, vacation time and other benefits just like in other professional fields. With their experience and unique fit for the families they work for, SmartSitters typically earn a minimum of $30/hr.
How do I hire a nanny in Jersey City?
While there are many ways to find a nanny for hire in Jersey City, some will be more complicated than others. Listing services do not vet their members or verify employment history. Parent forums and groups may offer a personal referral but still require you to do the work of interviewing multiple candidates, calling references, and handling the hiring on your own. A reputable nanny agency can help you find professional candidates with just the experience, values, and energy your family is looking for.
What kind of long-term childcare can I find in Jersey City?
Families in Jersey City rely on dependable childcare coverage. Daycares provide good coverage for children in groups but do not offer solutions for sick days. Some parents opt for au pairs to live in their home, who may work a maximum of 45 hours/week (10 hours/day). A large number of families employ full-time, long-term nannies with the help of a local nanny agency to ensure full coverage for children at any age.
Need emergency babysitting or backup childcare? Book now with Always On.
With the Smart Sitting Booking App, your Jersey City babysitter is only 2 clicks away
Book a babysitter, manage your preferred sitters, and get to know new caregivers anytime, right from your phone - while we handle timesheets and compensation.
Ready to find your Jersey City nanny?
Fill out our family application and leave the rest to us.
