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Family needs a babysitter Thursday, Jul 16 at 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Hi! I'm a Care Specialist with Wellthy, an approved UrbanSitter partner, helping connect experienced caregivers with families seeking childcare support. Upcoming Opportunity: Childcare needed: 1...
Seeking an experienced babysitter Thursday, Jul 16 at 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
She is 7 months old and takes 2 naps a day!
Hiring a babysitter Thursday, Jul 16 at 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
My mom has a Doctors appointment, we just need someone to watch the kids for those couple of hours. They are very well behaved, most probably they will be playing with their toys.
Family needs a babysitter Thursday, Jul 16 at 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM in Edgewater
Need to take care of baby at home while mother goes for an appointment.
Sitter required Thursday, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 6:00pm - $25/hr
Hi. Looking for a last min sitter who can pick up my two kids from their summer camp. Pick up at 3 until I get off work. Someone who is fun and engaging. Have experience with a preteen and a high...
Sitter job available Thursday, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
My wife and I need a baby sitter to entertain our son downstairs while we have work meetings upstairs.
Sitter job available Thursday, Jul 16, 4:30pm - 8:30pm
Here on vacation. Just wanting a dinner out for my husband and myself. We have to sweet girls who are very loving, kind, and easy going
Sitter job available Thursday, Jul 16, 5:00pm - 9:30pm
Twins that are very kind and fun. Looking for occasional date nights.
Sitter job available Thursday, Jul 16, 5:00pm - 10:00pm - $24/hr
Need help to watch our kids while we go out for a date night. Opportunity to help us out long term on future date nights
Sitter job available Thursday, Jul 16, 5:00pm - 10:00pm in Hayward Park - $30/hr
Hi, excited to meet you. Looking forward to having you support us with dinner bath and bedtime prep. My husband and I are going on a date night.
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- Most requested times: Friday nights, weekday afternoons
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Frequently asked questions about babysitting jobs
How do I find babysitting jobs near me?
Sign up for a free account and enter your location. Browse available jobs and filter by distance, schedule, and pay. For more tips on getting hired, see our guide on how to get babysitting jobs on UrbanSitter.
How much do babysitting jobs pay?
As of July 2026, the national average is around $_/hour for 1 child, but pay varies by location, experience, and job type. Sitters set their own rates on UrbanSitter and keep 100% of what they earn. See babysitting rates by city for local averages.
Are families vetted before they can book a sitter?
All families complete an authentication process before they can book on UrbanSitter. You can also read sitter reviews of parents, including whether other sitters recommend them and why, before applying to a job. Learn more about trust and safety at UrbanSitter.
Can teens find babysitting jobs on UrbanSitter?
UrbanSitter caregivers must be at least 18 years old. If you meet the eligibility requirements, you can create a caregiver profile, set your preferences, and apply to babysitting jobs near you. For more on requirements, see UrbanSitter's caregiver approval requirements.
What types of babysitting jobs are available?
Families are looking for sitters for date nights, after school care, weekends, part-time recurring help, summer help, and last-minute needs. Filter by job type, day, and time to see what fits your schedule. See how UrbanSitter works for sitters.
Is UrbanSitter free for sitters?
It's free to create an account and browse available babysitting jobs near you. To apply for jobs, you'll need a caregiver membership, which includes a background check. See what's included with membership.
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