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Nannies

Nannies score 14 out of 100, which is low exposure to AI. That ranks #709 of 923 US occupations, where #1 is the most exposed. Of the 19 tasks in this job, AI could speed up 2 on its own and 1 more with extra software built on top of it. In April–May 2026, 1 of these tasks showed up in real conversations with Claude, Anthropic's AI assistant.

14/ 100
Low
Rank
#709of 923 jobs
US workers
518,910for Childcare Workers
Median pay
$34,980a year
In real AI use
1 of 19tasks, April–May 2026

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

  • AI can speed this up on its own: 2 (11%)
  • AI can speed this up with extra software: 1 (5%)
  • Little or no AI speed-up: 16 (84%)
  • Supervise and assist with homework.AI can speed this up on its own · core task
  • Keep records of play, meal schedules, and bill payment.AI can speed this up on its own · core task
  • Help develop or monitor family schedule.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
  • Remove hazards and develop appropriate boundaries and rules to create a safe environment for children.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Instruct and assist children in the development of health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet behavior.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Instruct children in safe behavior, such as seeking adult assistance when crossing the street and avoiding contact with unsafe objects.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Help prepare and serve nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for children.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Perform first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) when required.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Teach and perform age-appropriate activities, such as lap play, reading, and arts and crafts, to encourage intellectual development of children.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Model appropriate social behaviors and encourage concern for others to cultivate development of interpersonal relationships and communication skills.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Observe children's behavior for irregularities, take temperature, transport children to doctor, or administer medications, as directed, to maintain children's health.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Regulate children's rest periods and nap schedules.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Meet regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Organize and conduct age-appropriate recreational activities, such as games, arts and crafts, sports, walks, and play dates.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Transport children to schools, social outings, and medical appointments.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Work with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote desirable child behavior.Little or no AI speed-up · core task · Seen in real AI use
  • Assign appropriate chores and praise targeted behaviors to encourage development of self-control, self-confidence, and responsibility.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Perform housekeeping and cleaning duties related to children's care.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
  • Shop for groceries, clothing, and other items needed for children's care.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task

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Questions about nannies and AI

Will AI replace nannies?

Unlikely. Most of the work is hard for today's AI to speed up. Nannies score 14 out of 100 (low exposure), #709 of 923 US jobs. AI could speed up 3 of the job's 19 tasks, 2 of them on its own, while 16 see little or no speed-up. Exposure means the work is likely to change, not that the job will disappear.

Which nannies tasks can AI do?

The most exposed tasks include "Supervise and assist with homework"; "Keep records of play, meal schedules, and bill payment".

Which nannies tasks are hardest for AI?

Tasks with little or no AI speed-up include "Remove hazards and develop appropriate boundaries and rules to create a safe environment for children"; "Instruct and assist children in the development of health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet behavior"; "Instruct children in safe behavior, such as seeking adult assistance when crossing the street and avoiding contact with unsafe objects".

Are people already using AI for this work?

Yes. In April–May 2026, 1 of the 19 tasks showed up in real conversations with Claude, according to the Anthropic Economic Index.

How many people work as nannies, and what do they earn?

About 518,910 people in the US (figure for Childcare Workers), with median pay of $34,980 a year (BLS, May 2025).

How to read this score. Exposure measures how much of the work AI could speed up, not whether the job will disappear. A highly exposed job can change shape, with people spending less time on routine tasks and more on the rest. The score counts tasks AI can speed up on its own in full, and tasks that need extra software at half weight.

The ratings come from published research based on GPT-4 (2023). To show what's happening now, each task is also checked against the latest Anthropic Economic Index, which records which tasks people actually use AI for. That data is refreshed automatically when Anthropic publishes a new release. Read the full method.

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