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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: $19.82/hr
looking for help for a 5 year old who loves to play barbies most of the day and watch YouTube. Mom and dad need help watching her while we work from home. She is Autistic.
I also have a dog. he’s sweet and he should be okay but if not he will need to be taken out at least one time
my husband and I both work from home and need someone to take care of our baby girl. we are looking for someone long term and someone who is ok with pets and going up and down the stairs. must have...
I am in need of a caregiver who is kind, caring, and full of patience, for my 15month old son to watch him while I work in person 3 days a week. He is a very easy sweet baby. He is super easy and...

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

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