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Family needs a babysitter Monday, Aug 03 at 2:45 PM - 5:30 PM in Briargate - $23/hr

Open role for a part time nanny. Role includes making meals, leading playtime, occasional pickups. This is a multi day role that has opportunity to be a long term part time role. Future care will...

Seeking an experienced caretaker starting TODAY (flexible) in Deer Crest Apartments

Me and my wife are in need of child care for our 19 month old daughter Everly. Monday through Thursday 3-4 days a week depending on wife’s schedule. This is our first time getting child care other...

Sitter job available Monday, Aug 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hi! I’m looking for a reliable and trustworthy sitter to help fill a small gap in my work schedule. I work 7:00 AM–7:00 PM, and my daughter’s daycare is open from 6:00 AM–6:00 PM. I’m looking for...

Seeking an experienced babysitter Monday, Aug 03 at 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

We’re looking for someone who is kind, understanding, and patient with children. We would prefer a female high school or college student who is responsible, caring, and enjoys spending time with kids.

Family looking for a babysitter Monday, Aug 03 at 6:00 PM - Friday, Aug 07 at 7:00 PM

We’re hoping to find someone we can trust and reach out to whenever we need a babysitter. We’d love someone who is kind-hearted, reliable, understanding, patient with children, and preferably a...

Family needs a babysitter Monday, Aug 03 at 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM in Sharpstown

I have 2 boys. They are very well behaved, friendly. My youngest sleeps, all the time. My oldest is more of our rockstar, he's courageous and full of energy. Both of them can eat. My oldest is...

Family looking for a babysitter Monday, Aug 03 at 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

We are looking for a sitter to help watch our children while we go out to dinner.

Family needs a babysitter Monday, Aug 03 at 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM in Brooklyn

Looking for someone with infant experience. The job will involve Putting my 2 month old son to bed. My 2 year old will already be asleep.

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"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."

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Why babysitters choose UrbanSitter

Work your way

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.

Know who you're working for

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

Everything in one place

Manage requests and stay organized so it's easier to keep track of what's next.

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

Starting your UrbanSitter profile: Tips for sitters

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