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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 Wednesday, Aug 26, 7:30am - 8:30am in La Jolla Village
need assistance twice a week brining and picking up our son from school. monday and wednesday.
Sitter required Wednesday, Aug 26, 7:30am - 4:30pm
Hi - our family is looking for backup care on August 26th for our 1 year old. Care will be inside the home. We’re looking for the caregiver to be attentive and engaging with our little one.
Family looking for a babysitter Wednesday, Aug 26 at 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM - $38/hr
Playing with them & changing their diapers/feeding them
Seeking an experienced babysitter Wednesday, Aug 26 at 7:45 AM - 5:45 PM in South Congress - $20/hr
Both my wife and I have all day meetings on this date. We're looking for someone who would love to come and hang out with our son for the day.
Seeking an experienced part time caretaker starting TODAY
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 Wednesday, Aug 26, 8:00am - 3:00pm
Looking for occasional care when our son's daycare is unavailable. He's joyful and curious. Loves to be taken on walks outside or active play in his room. He's almost 9 months old so needs the usual...
Seeking an experienced babysitter Wednesday, Aug 26 at 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
I have a brief appointment where I will need someone to watch my daughter.
Family looking for a babysitter Wednesday, Aug 26 at 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Child is presently sick and staying home from school
Sitter required Wednesday, Aug 26, 8:00am - 4:00pm in Little Branham
We are looking for a caring and responsible nanny to watch our child. Responsibilities include feeding prepared meals/snacks, playing and engaging with him, helping with his nap routine, and keeping...
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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?
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Are families vetted before they can book a sitter?
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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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