Rates for a nanny or babysitter in New York vary greatly. Less experienced nannies in positions with less responsibility generally earn $20-25/hour, while highly specialized nannies may earn $30-40/hour and tutor rates reach $70-200+/hour. SmartSitters typically earn $30-35/hr. Regular part-time and full-time nannies normally also accrue paid time off and benefits as part of their employment, as well as overtime for work over 40 hours/week.

While there are many ways to find a nanny for hire in New York, some will be more complicated than others. Listing services do not personally screen their members or verify employment history. Parent forums and groups may offer a personal referral but do require you to do the work of interviewing multiple candidates, calling references, and handling the hiring on your own. A reputable nanny agency that understands the demands of the city can help you find professional candidates with just the experience, values, and energy your family is looking for and will help you through the entire hiring process.

Families in New York rely on dependable, flexible childcare coverage that fits their busy lifestyles. 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 New York is that there are plenty of highly experienced, engaging in-home caregivers with varied availability, meaning that families in New York have access to babysitters for fill-in care, regular part-time and after school care, or long-term, full-time nannies as needed.