Childcare careers
Nanny Jobs with Private Families
Nannies help raise children day to day: routines, learning, play, meals and safety. Browse full-time, part-time, live-in and newborn nanny jobs from private families and domestic staffing agencies.
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What does a nanny do?
A nanny is a professional caregiver who looks after a family’s children in their home, usually on a regular schedule. Unlike a babysitter, a nanny is part of the child’s daily life: keeping routines, planning activities, helping with homework, driving to school and classes, and keeping parents informed.
Roles vary a lot. A newborn care specialist focuses on the first weeks or months; a nanny/family assistant also handles errands, kids’ laundry and family scheduling; a travel or rotational nanny goes with the family on trips or works week-on, week-off.
Typical duties
- Safe, attentive care of the children
- Daily routines: meals, naps, bath and bedtime
- Age-appropriate play, reading and learning
- School drop-off, pick-up and activities
- Homework help and screen-time rules
- Children’s laundry and tidying their spaces
- Daily notes or updates for the parents
- Travel with the family in some roles
How much do nannies make?
Nanny pay depends on the number and ages of children, the hours, live-in or live-out, travel and extra duties. Private nannies are paid by the hour or on an annual salary.
Recent jobs on Jobinary (October 2026):
- Newborn Nanny/Family Assistant, Beverly Hills, CA: $180,000 a year
- Nanny, Miami, FL: $150,000–$175,000 a year
- Live-in Manny (male nanny), Miami, FL: $120,000 a year
- Part-time Family Assistant/Nanny, Santa Monica, CA: $50 an hour
These are high-end private family roles as listed by employers; many nanny jobs pay less. See the household staff pay guide.
What families look for
- Proven childcare experience with references
- Infant and child CPR and first aid
- A clean background check and driving record
- Patience, warmth and clear communication
- Knowledge of child development and routines
- Reliability: on time, every time
- Extras: languages, swimming, tutoring, travel
Common setups: full-time live-out, live-in, part-time or after-school, nanny share, travel nanny and rotational (week-on, week-off) roles.
Hiring a nanny?
Post your nanny job once and hear from experienced nannies directly, with no agency fee. Your first job post is free.
Looking for nanny jobs?
Create a free profile with your experience, certifications and schedule. Families and agencies can find you, and you get new nanny jobs by email.
Nanny jobs: common questions
What is the difference between a nanny and a babysitter?
A babysitter covers occasional hours. A nanny works a regular schedule, often full-time, and is part of the child’s daily routine, development and education.
Are there live-in nanny jobs?
Yes. Live-in nannies have a private room in the family’s home. These roles are common with busy or traveling families and often include longer or flexible hours.
What is a manny?
A manny is a male nanny. The job is the same: caring for children, routines, activities and school runs.
What certifications help nannies get hired?
Infant and child CPR and first aid are expected by most families. Newborn care training, early childhood education courses and a clean driving record also help.
How do I write a nanny resume?
List each family, the children’s ages, your schedule and duties, and your certifications. Our nanny resume guide has a full example.
How much does it cost to post a nanny job?
Your first job post is free. After that, a single job post is $49, and agencies can buy discounted multi-post packs. There is no placement fee and no percentage of salary.
