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Hiring a 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...

Hiring a 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...

Family needs a 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...

Family needs a babysitter Tuesday, Sep 22 at 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

We are an easy-going family looking for reliable childcare this Tuesday afternoon. Our kids are very used to sitters and have a good routine. The toddler is very into princesses and dance, and our...

Family looking for a babysitter Tuesday, Sep 22 at 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM in Los Angeles

Looking for driver to drive my child home from school everyday Mon-Fri. School is in DTLA/West Adams area and we live on the westside in Beverlywood near Hamilton High School. 1 hour a day...

Sitter job available Tuesday, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 5:15pm in west village - $30/hr

We are looking for a Spanish-speaking sitter/tutor for our 10-year-old daughter one afternoon a week, Tuesday or Wednesday, through February. You would pick her up from school in FiDi around 3:30pm,...

Sitter required Tuesday, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 9:30pm in Green Valley

In need of a kind and calm person to help with my 2 lovable daughters. They are very comfortable being at home and know their routine.

Family looking for a babysitter Tuesday, Sep 22 at 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM in Marina Lagoon - $30/hr

Seeking a Reliable Sitter (Occasional Evenings/Events) - San Mateo Job dates: Sep 22 & Sept 23 - 4pm-8pm Hi there! We're a family in San Mateo with two little ones, a toddler and an infant, and...

Sitter job available Tuesday, Sep 22, 4:30pm - 10:30pm

We are looking for a babysitter for 6 hours so we can attend an event in manhattan. There is potential for additional work.

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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.

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?

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.

Resources

Starting your UrbanSitter profile: Tips for sitters

How to create a profile that stands out to families.

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