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Family looking for a babysitter Thursday, Oct 08 at 8:30 PM - 11:45 PM

The first baby loves playing and going outside a lot. She’s a very happy baby, and she loves and hugs everybody. She also sleeps a lot, so she might even be asleep when she gets here. The second one...

Sitter job available Friday, Oct 09, 5:00am - 9:30am in Avondale - $26/hr

Need help to wake up 2 children, get them ready, and drop them at daycare and school on Friday. Our typical care plan fell through. We also need help with pick up from school and evening care from...

Sitter job available Friday, Oct 09, 6:00am - 6:00pm

Temporary Full-Time Nanny Needed — October 9-23 (Closter, NJ) We're looking for an experienced, reliable nanny to provide temporary full-time coverage for our two children while our regular nanny is...

Family needs a babysitter Friday, Oct 09 at 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM

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 looking for a babysitter Friday, Oct 09 at 6:45 AM - 7:45 AM in Lakeside

Need someone to babysit my kid for a couple of hours so I can get some work done

Hiring a babysitter Friday, Oct 09 at 7:00 AM - Saturday, Oct 10 at 5:00 PM

Sitter to care for kids while wife is out of town.

Sitter needed Friday, Oct 09, 7:30am - 11:30am

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 Friday, Oct 09 at 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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...

Sitter job available Friday, Oct 09, 7:30am - 4:00pm

We are in need of someone who can look after our baby on an emergency basis when daycare is closed for a planned day or if she is home sick.

Sitter job available Friday, Oct 09, 8:00am - 3:00pm in Manhattan - $25/hr

My child is a happy baby. I am a special education teacher with a crazy schdule during the school year. My child is in daycare, but would also love extra part time support. Thank you.

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How much do babysitting jobs pay?

  • Average hourly pay for 1 child: $23.96
  • Average hourly pay for 2 children: $29.08
  • Typical job length: 4.8 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

Pay varies by location, experience, and job type. You set your own rate.
As of October 2026

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All families complete an authentication process before they can book. Read sitter reviews of parents, including whether other sitters recommend them and why.

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"It's great, the best childcare app around."

Claudia N., babysitter, Brooklyn, NY

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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."

Arlet M., babysitter, Los Angeles, CA

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"I have had really good families through the app."

Ana H., babysitter, Mercer Island, WA

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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 October 2026, the national average is around $23.96/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

How to create a profile that stands out to families.

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