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Sitter position available Saturday, Sep 26, 2:00pm - Tuesday, Sep 29, 2:00pm in salt springs - $21/hr

I am searching for a reliable safe sitter for my 3 interdependent children to work closely with my parents while I am on a business trip. I have 2-3 coming up so I am looking for someone who can be...

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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: 2...

Hiring a babysitter Saturday, Sep 26 at 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM in Country Club - $33/hr

Augustine is super sweet… Would be great if you have a car and can go to downtown Mill Valley to play as well

Sitter needed Saturday, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

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 job available Saturday, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 5:30pm in Central Downtown - $35/hr

Last minute request for an afternoon spent with our one year old crawling not walking…yet!

Sitter job available Saturday, Sep 26, 2:30pm - 9:30pm

Looking for a fun, responsible sitter to watch our two kids (ages 6 and 7) in Avalon on Catalina Island this Saturday, August 26th, from 2pm–9pm while we attend a wedding. They're easygoing and great...

Sitter required Saturday, Sep 26, 2:45pm - 4:45pm - $20/hr

I am looking for a reliable sitter for my 8 year old son in North Phoenix. He is in third grade. He is easygoing, loves to talk, and does well with adults who engage him. The schedule is about twice...

Sitter job available Saturday, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 9:00pm - $22/hr

Hi! We are looking for a sitter to potentially watch our child maybe once a week so we can have date nights again. Nothing really crazy, hours would probably vary by week and most likely would be on...

Sitter required Saturday, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 10:00pm

Hi! We're looking for help babysitting during a family wedding. Sofia will be 3.5 months old and will require attention when she's awake, and putting down for naps and bedtime. We'll be attending the...

Sitter job available Saturday, Sep 26, 3:00pm - Sunday, Sep 27, 11:45pm

Looking for a sitter for Saturday and Sunday the kiddo is very calm he'll play with his toys just put on SpongeBob on the TV for him he'll pretty much take care of himself he'll tell you when he's...

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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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