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Family looking for a caretaker starting Thursday, Sep 17 (flexible) in Gatewood west Seattle

My husband and I are looking for someone to watch our 17-month-old daughter, Olivia, for about 8-12 hours per week. We’re very flexible on the schedule except that I have a recurring appointment...

Family needs a part time caretaker starting Thursday, Sep 17

Part-Time Nanny – Thursdays & Fridays We’re looking for a warm, energetic, and dependable nanny for our two toddler boys in our home every Thursday and Friday, approximately 8–9 hours per...

Family needs a caretaker starting Thursday, Sep 17

Nanny needed for a 10 year old boy. Must be dependable and have reliable transportation. Responsibilities include pick up from school and meal prep.

Nanny needed starting Thursday, Sep 17

We are looking for a babysitter on Thursdays from 2:30pm to 3:30pm to pick up our 5-year-old son from his school in NoMad and accompany him to his after-school program in the West Village.

Family looking for a caretaker starting Thursday, Sep 17 in Oceanfront - $30/hr

Looking for help from September 17-21st to help my husband with our 6 going on 7 month old baby while I’m out of town. Must have extensive experience with young infants. Responsibilities include...

Family needs a part time caretaker starting Thursday, Sep 17

Looking for a reliable, experienced infant babysitter one weekday per week for approximately 5 hours. Parent works from home and will be present. Care will include playtime, bottles/feeding, diaper...

Family looking for a caretaker starting Thursday, Sep 17 (flexible)

Looking for a regular date night sitter in Plainfield nh for 2 kids

Hiring a caretaker starting Thursday, Sep 17

Temporary Nanny Needed for 21-Month-Old – Brea Area We are looking for a caring, reliable, and engaging nanny to provide temporary care for our 21-month-old in the Brea area. Schedule: September 17...

Seeking an experienced part time caretaker starting Thursday, Sep 17 - $32/hr

We’re looking for a reliable, responsible, and warm nanny/house assistant to help our family 1–2 days per week, primarily in the afternoons after school. The role would include: 🚗 School pick-up of...

Hiring a part time caretaker starting Thursday, Sep 17 - $25/hr

Looking for a warm, playful, and experienced part-time nanny for our 4-month-old son. Responsibilities include feeding (bottle), diapering, following his nap schedule, and engaging in age-appropriate...

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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?

Babysitting 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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