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Nanny Jobs in Dallas, TX

$18–$29 an hour · 45–55 hours a week

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Nanny jobs in Dallas, TX typically pay $18–$29 an hour (about $3,100–$5,000 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of 45–55 hours a week. Employers ask for two or more years of childcare experience and a criminal background check. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Dallas.

Typical pay
$18–$29
per hour
Full-time monthly
$3,100–$5,000
about 40 hours a week
Live-in
Common
accommodation provided
Schedule
45–55 hours a week
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Open nanny positions in Dallas

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About nanny jobs in Dallas

A nanny provides regular one-to-one childcare in the family home and supports each child’s routine and development. In Dallas, TX, these roles are offered by private households across Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, from busy professional couples to large multi-generation homes.

Dallas is known for corporate headquarters, financial technology, and telecommunications, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as AT&T, American Airlines, Toyota North America, Texas Instruments, and Comerica. Dallas is home to more Fortune 500 companies per capita than almost any other US city.

Main duties

  • Care for babies, toddlers or school-age children
  • Plan play, learning and outdoor time
  • Prepare children’s meals
  • Manage school runs and activities
  • Keep a daily log for parents

Nanny pay in Dallas

Household incomes in Dallas are shaped by an average local salary of around $68,000, which is why nanny pay here sits close to the USA average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.

Household roles in DallasTypical pay ranges, per hour. Nanny highlighted.
Nanny$18–$29
Babysitter$15–$24
Governess$29–$54
Family Chef$27–$44
Ironing Staff$15–$21
Nanny pay across USATypical ranges in the largest cities, per hour.
New York City$20–$34
Los Angeles$18–$31
Chicago$18–$30
Houston$17–$29
Dallas$18–$29
Miami$17–$28

Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.

A day as a nanny

Typical day — NannyAn example day — real schedules are agreed with each family.
  1. 7:30Breakfast & school run
  2. 9:30Play & learning
  3. 12:00Lunch & nap
  4. 15:00Pick-up & homework
  5. 18:00Dinner, bath & handover

Why work in Dallas?

The local job market is growing at 4.2% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Dallas.

Dallas is often described as “Corporate Capital of the Southwest”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.

Requirements

What families ask for

  • Two or more years of childcare experience
  • Paediatric first aid
  • Background check for work with children
  • Childcare references

Working in United States

  • Right to work in United States: Workers must be authorised to work in the United States, and employers complete Form I-9 to verify eligibility.
  • Checks: employers usually ask for a criminal background check, identity and Social Security verification, a motor-vehicle record for driving roles and, for childcare, a sex-offender registry search.
  • Minimum pay: wages must meet the federal minimum wage or the higher state and city minimum, whichever applies.
  • Contract: A written work agreement covering duties, hours, pay, overtime, paid time off, termination notice and confidentiality prevents most disputes.

Live-in or live-out?

Live-in nanny roles in Dallas normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package. Live-out roles pay the full hourly rate, and families often add travel costs for early starts.

How to get hired

  1. Register

    Create your profile with your nanny experience, availability and references.

  2. Verification

    Complete USA right-to-work and background checks.

  3. Interview & trial

    Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.

  4. Contract & start

    Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a nanny earn in Dallas, TX?

Nanny jobs in Dallas, TX typically pay $18–$29 an hour (about $3,100–$5,000 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.

Are there live-in nanny jobs in Dallas?

Live-in positions are common. Live-in nanny roles in Dallas normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package.

What do I need to work as a nanny in USA?

Employers ask for two or more years of childcare experience, paediatric first aid and a criminal background check. You must also have the right to work in United States.

What does a nanny do day to day?

A nanny provides regular one-to-one childcare in the family home and supports each child’s routine and development. Typical duties include care for babies, toddlers or school-age children, plan play, learning and outdoor time, prepare children’s meals.

How do I apply for nanny jobs in Dallas on AvailJob?

Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Dallas hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.

What hours does a nanny work?

A typical schedule is 45–55 hours a week. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.