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Claudia N., babysitter, Brooklyn, NY

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Families in The Colony need part-time, after school, weekend, overnight, and last-minute babysitting help.
Average hourly pay in The Colony: $20.19/hr
Looking for a date night sitter for a happy, bubbly, inquisitive 4 year old girl in Grand Prairie. She’s very independent and enjoys solo play, but also loves to play with others at times. She’s...
Looking for a baby sitter to take care of my 1 month old twin boys on Sunday 10/18 5:30pm to 9:30pm while we are out for an event. Their grandma will be at home to help. Both babies took formula...

As of October 2026
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"It's great, the best childcare app around."
Claudia N., babysitter, Brooklyn, NY

"I found a full time family to work with through UrbanSitter who I am still currently with and it's been over a year and a half now."
Arlet M., babysitter, Los Angeles, CA

"I have had really good families through the app."
Ana H., babysitter, Mercer Island, WA
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