California employment requirements
Minimum Wage
$16.50/hour
Overtime
1.5x after 40h/week or 8h/day
Sick Leave
Required — 1 hour per 30 hours worked (max 40h/year)
Worker Protections
Domestic Worker Bill of Rights in effect
California Domestic Worker Bill of Rights
- •Right to overtime pay after 9 hours/day or 45 hours/week for personal attendants
- •Protection against harassment and discrimination
- •Right to workers' compensation coverage
- •Meal and rest break protections
- •Right to written notice of employment terms
Important notes for California
- •California requires overtime pay at 1.5x after 8 hours/day and 2x after 12 hours/day.
- •Employer must provide written notice of pay rate, pay day, and employer information at hire.
- •California Domestic Worker Bill of Rights provides additional protections.
Frequently asked questions
What does California's Domestic Worker Bill of Rights mean for my contract?
California has a Domestic Worker Bill of Rights that provides additional protections including: Right to overtime pay after 9 hours/day or 45 hours/week for personal attendants, Protection against harassment and discrimination, Right to workers' compensation coverage, Meal and rest break protections, Right to written notice of employment terms. These protections are referenced in your contract.
How much sick leave do I need to provide in California?
California requires paid sick leave for employees. The accrual rate is 1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year. Your contract has been pre-filled with the state minimum — you can always offer more.
Does California have daily overtime requirements?
Yes. In California, overtime (1.5x regular rate) kicks in after 8 hours in a single day, in addition to the weekly threshold of 40 hours.
What is the minimum wage in California?
The current minimum wage in California is $16.50/hour. Your nanny's pay rate must be at or above this amount. The contract builder will warn you if the rate you enter is below the state minimum.