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Family needs a babysitter Monday, Jul 27 at 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM in JAX Beach Area - $16/hr

Looking for someone with a flexible schedule and available part time

Family needs a babysitter Monday, Jul 27 at 6:00 PM - Tuesday, Jul 28 at 1:00 AM

We are looking for a sitter to help out while we’re at an event inside the hotel. Watch a movie with the kids in the room, give them a light snack and put them down for bed around 9 PM.

Sitter job available Monday, Jul 27, 6:15pm - 7:00pm

I am looking for a sitter to pick up my two school-aged children from camp in Sterling, Va and bring them home about 5 miles away. I will need the sitter’s help to heat up dinner from them. Camp ends...

Sitter job available Monday, Jul 27, 6:45pm - 10:00pm

We are looking for help with our two boys. they have very kind personalities and are pretty chill. Need help with food prep and diapering.

Seeking an experienced part time caretaker starting TODAY (flexible) - $40/hr

Part-Time Family Assistant We’re a family in the Inner Richmond looking for a warm, dependable, and proactive family assistant to support our household for 20 hours per week. We have two children,...

Sitter required Monday, Jul 27, 8:30pm - Tuesday, Jul 28, 3:00am in Echo Park

Must love a fun and creative environment. Pet friendly.

Part Time nanny needed starting TODAY in Lincoln Square, Ravenswood - $25/hr

I'm looking for help with our household and two children two days per week. tasks include getting kids dressed and ready for school/camp, meal prep, getting snack bags packed. driving kids to school....

Sitter position available Monday, Jul 27, 9:15pm - Tuesday, Jul 28, 1:15am

We are in town for a conference and would like to enjoy a date night or 2. Will be at a hotel just need someone to sit with the baby as she will already be fed, bath, and likely asleep.

Family looking for a part time caretaker starting Tuesday, Jul 28

Tuesday-Friday 4-8pm serious, committed applicants only!! Busy family seeking a dependable, organized Family Assistant to help keep our household running smoothly. Both parents have demanding careers...

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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.

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