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Seeking an experienced babysitter Sunday, Jul 26 at 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM in Nevada Street Valley - $32/hr

Mom and dad will be running errands. This will be for play time with our son and snacks

Seeking an experienced babysitter Sunday, Jul 26 at 8:30 AM - 1:30 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...

Sitter needed Sunday, Jul 26, 9:30am - 11:30am - $24/hr

My name is Brittan Vaughn. I am the nursery coordinator for Hope Presbyterian Church in New Braunfels. We are in need of a sitter from 9:30-11:30 on Sunday mornings. I will meet you at the church at...

Sitter needed Sunday, Jul 26, 9:30am - 11:30am - $24/hr

My name is Brittan Vaughn. I am the nursery coordinator for Hope Presbyterian Church in New Braunfels. We are in need of a sitter from 9:30-11:30 on Sunday mornings. I will meet you at the church at...

Hiring a babysitter Sunday, Jul 26 at 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Fun and happy twins. Love to do fun activities.

Sitter position available Sunday, Jul 26, 1:45pm - 11:00pm

I’am looking for child care for tomorrow. My son he’s easy to care for.just for couple of hours.

Sitter required Sunday, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm - $26/hr

Play with kid, do activities and take him to bathroom when needed

Sitter position available Sunday, Jul 26, 3:00pm - 7:00pm in Crescenta Highlands - $25/hr

Need help with my 3 year old. My mom will also be home with our 1.5 year old

Sitter job available Sunday, Jul 26, 3:00pm - 9:00pm - $45/hr

Would love some help watching our kids while we have some adult time golfing :) easy night would include feeding the kids dinner and putting them down for bed.

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Why babysitters choose UrbanSitter

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Set your rates and availability. Choose the jobs you want, on your schedule.

Keep 100% of your pay

Get paid for the work you do. UrbanSitter does not take a cut from your hourly rate.

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All families complete authentication before booking. Read sitter reviews of parents and see shared connections.

Everything in one place

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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 [Month/Year], 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.

Resources

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