Transparent Pricing · No Surprises

Clear fees for exceptional placements.

We believe great childcare starts with trust — and that includes being upfront about costs. Placement fees typically range from 15–20% of annual compensation depending on your placement tier, with fees starting at $5,500. Use the calculator below to estimate your fee.

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$350

Non-refundable search initiation fee due at signing

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4 mo.

Replacement guarantee on full-time placements

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15–18%

Placement fee range based on hourly rate × hours × 52 weeks

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From $5,500

Minimum fee for most full-time placements

Placement Fee Structure

Every placement type, explained.

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Three tiers of part-time coverage.

Part-time placements are structured in three tiers based on your guaranteed weekly hours and the level of replacement protection you need.

Limited Part-Time

No Replacement Guarantee

Under 25 hrs/week

$5,500

Flat rate placement fee

Replacement guarantee: None

Standard Part-Time

30-Day Replacement Guarantee

25–34 hrs/week

$6,500

minimum, or 16% of annual gross salary — whichever is greater

Replacement guarantee: 30 days from start date

Extended Protection

Four-Month Replacement Guarantee

25–34 hrs/week

$5,500

minimum, or 16% of annual gross salary — whichever is greater

Replacement guarantee: Up to 4 months from start date

Interactive Tool

Estimate your placement fee.

Select your placement type, then enter the nanny's hourly rate and weekly hours. We'll calculate the estimated annual compensation and your placement fee automatically — no salary math needed.

Placement Type

Nanny's Hourly Rate ($)

Denver nanny rates typically range from $20–$35/hr

Guaranteed Weekly Hours

Minimum 30 hrs/week for long-term placements

Duration (weeks)

For temporary placements only

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Select a placement type, enter the hourly rate and weekly hours, and we'll estimate your fee instantly.

Included in Every Placement

Your fee covers a lot more
than a name on a list.

🤝 Placement Services

Custom nanny search for your family
Multiple candidate interviews arranged
Access to multiple candidate profiles
Interview coordination & meetings
Trial period coordination
Family–nanny work agreement & contract
Negotiation assistance
Discounted future placements
1-year family & nanny review check-up

🔒 Background & Safety Checks

Identity confirmation
Driving record check
County, statewide & national criminal checks
OFAC check
National sex offender registry check
Child abuse & neglect record check
FCRA compliance
SSN verification
Internet presence check
Reference & employment verification

💛 Ongoing Support

Ongoing phone, text & email support
CPR & first aid certification verified
Payroll referral and assistance
Replacement policy benefit
On-call sitter registration
Discounted on-call sitter bookings
Agency resources & support library

Fee Questions

Common questions about fees.

Answers to what families ask us most about pricing.

When is the placement fee due? +

The $350 search initiation fee is due upon signing the agency agreement. The placement fee — typically 15–20% of annual compensation, starting at $5,500 — is due upon hiring, prior to the nanny's start date.

Is the search initiation fee refundable? +

No — the $350 search initiation fee is non-refundable. It covers your initial consultation, job description creation, and the initial sourcing of candidates, which begins immediately upon signing.

What does the replacement guarantee cover? +

If your placed nanny leaves or doesn't work out within the guarantee period, we will conduct a new search at no additional placement fee. Full-time placements receive a 4-month guarantee; some part-time tiers receive 30 days.

What are your minimum guaranteed hours requirements? +

All nanny placements require a minimum of 25 guaranteed hours per week. We strongly encourage 30+ hours for more sustainable placements and a larger candidate pool. If your needs are between 25–29 hours per week, we recommend offering a minimum of $30/hr or more to attract committed, career-focused nannies. For childcare needs below 25 hours, our On-Call Sitter Membership offers flexible, vetted coverage whenever you need it.

Can I discuss fees before committing? +

Absolutely. Book a free family consultation call and our placement coordinator will walk you through the full fee structure, answer your questions, and help you figure out which placement type is right for your family — with no pressure.

Can a family reduce their nanny's hours at the end of a search to lower the placement fee? +

No. The placement fee is calculated based on the role as originally defined and submitted — including the guaranteed weekly hours, hourly rate, and scope of duties. Any changes to hours, compensation, or role structure must be formally submitted in writing to the agency before a placement is confirmed. If a family reduces hours, pay, or responsibilities after the search has commenced — including at the point of hire — the agency reserves the right to either enforce the original placement fee in full or treat the revised arrangement as a new placement. This is most common with part-time placements where tiered pricing applies: starting the search at 30+ hours, then reducing to fewer than 25 hours at the end, does not reclassify the fee. The original tier and fee structure remain in effect.

What happens if we change the job scope after submitting our application? +

All changes to hours, pay, or role structure must be submitted in writing to your placement coordinator before any candidate is presented. The agency cannot retroactively adjust fees based on changes made after recruiting has begun. If a material change is requested mid-search, your coordinator will review whether the revised role constitutes a new placement tier. Changes that reduce compensation or hours do not reduce the placement fee — they affect only the candidate pool going forward.

Fee Policy

How Placement Fees Are Determined

Placement fees at Cherry Creek Nanny Agency are based on the position as originally defined and recruited — not on adjustments made mid-search. Understanding this helps families plan clearly and avoid surprises.

Placement Tier is Based on Guaranteed Hours

Your placement tier — and the resulting fee percentage — is determined by the guaranteed weekly hours defined when your search begins. Full-time placements (35+ hours/week) and part-time placements (25–34 hours/week) are priced at different tiers because they represent different recruiting scopes and candidate pools.

Fees Are Calculated on the Original Role

The placement fee is calculated based on the annual compensation as originally represented to the agency — the hourly rate multiplied by the originally agreed weekly hours. The fee does not decrease if hours or pay are subsequently reduced after the search has commenced.

Reductions Do Not Reduce the Fee

A material reduction — such as lowering guaranteed hours by five or more per week, reducing the agreed hourly rate, or removing a core workday — does not reduce or reclassify the placement tier or fee. The placement fee remains owed based on the role as originally defined and recruited.

Significant Increases May Require Reassessment

If the role expands materially — for example, transitioning from part-time to full-time, increasing guaranteed hours by five or more per week, or significantly expanding duties — the agency may require a revised agreement, a fee adjustment to reflect the new placement tier, or treatment as a new search.

Important: Placement fees are due in full if a candidate introduced by CCNA is hired — regardless of any changes to the role that occur after the search has commenced. Families are encouraged to define their long-term needs clearly at the start of the search to ensure the right candidates are recruited from the beginning. Questions? Your placement coordinator is always available to discuss your specific situation before or during your search.