Summer nannies
Find a summer nanny
Short answer
A summer nanny covers the 8 to 12 weeks school is out, often full days with outings, camp pickups and a routine at home. In 2026 most charge about $20 to $30 an hour; many are teachers or college students, so start looking in early spring.
- Typical rate
- $20 to $30 an hour
- Typical 2026 range across US metros; big coastal cities run higher. Caregivers set their own rates on Nanny.
- Booking on Nanny
- Free to join. 6% booking fee (min $1.99), or 3% with Plus. Caregivers keep 100% plus tips.
A good fit for
- School-age kids between camps
- Families who want outings instead of all-day camp
- Covering your regular nanny's summer vacation
What to check
- Exact start and end dates, written down
- A driving record if there will be day trips
- Swimming and water safety if they will take kids to a pool or beach
How it works on Nanny
Set the weeks and hours you need and Nanny ranks caregivers whose summer availability matches. Summer schedules count as regular care, so booking fees stop at the monthly cap per caregiver.
Questions
In February to April. College students and teachers make plans early, and the best summer nannies are booked by May.
For one child, camp is usually cheaper. With two or three kids, a summer nanny can cost about the same and covers full days.