If by "part-time" you mean two full days a week then you will have no problem finding a good nanny. As long as they are set days that do not change week to week.

A half-day nanny is nearly impossible to find for less than $25 an hour.

For the best nannies you can try $20-25/hr.

Join Old Tom Moms listserve - there are people posting about their nanny's part time availability fairly often, some shares, some not. In terms of rates, I think $15/hr would be on the low end, $17/hr should get you some eager candidates.

There are lots of part time nannies. Depending, on how much experience you require, budget from $16-20. You could also join an existing share, but be prepared to pay a slightly higher rate, and guarantee your hours. Check your neighborhood listserv. Not all nannies work 50 hours or wish to. You'll find someone if you search around you.

Part time is very hard to find. Most nannies prefer a full time 40-50 hour a week. Could try a nanny share but even those folks may wish to have full time to split the costs.

Hi,
I have an 11 month old son and I've stayed home with him since he was born but I'm about to go back part time. I hate the idea of day care but am not sure if we can afford a nanny. Do nannies in this area (specifically Alexandria) ever do it part time? Are nanny shares the way to go? My main question- what is a typical rate for a one on one nanny and a nanny share? Please feel free to email. Sarabollingcox@gmail.com. Thank you in advance!