"It's great, the best childcare app around."
Claudia N., babysitter, Brooklyn, NY
Find babysitting jobs near you
Families are looking for sitters like you. Set your rate, choose jobs that fit your schedule, and keep 100% of your pay.
Use my current location
Ready to sign up?
Available babysitting jobs near you
Sitter position available Thursday, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 6:00pm in Whisman - $35/hr
Seeking a reliable part-time babysitter for our active, curious fourth-grade daughter Thursdays 1–6 p.m. for after-school care, light homework help, snacks, and creative activities. Must be patient...
Nanny job available 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: 3...
Seeking an experienced babysitter Thursday, Sep 24 at 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM - $22/hr
Looking for a sitter for Thu, Sep 24, 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Hiring a babysitter Thursday, Sep 24 at 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM in Mill Valley - $35/hr
Must have a car to pick my daughter and a friend up from school and bring them home. We pay mileage. .74 per mile too.
Family looking for a babysitter Thursday, Sep 24 at 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM in Strawberry
Some homework help for the big kids, and feeding them dinner.
Sitter job available Thursday, Sep 24, 3:45pm - 6:45pm
Kids are chill. Just need a safe adult at my apartment while I attend work social. They entertain themselves and I’ll have dinner ready. No smokers. My son has allergies and I hate the smell.
Sitter job available Thursday, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 10:00pm - $18/hr
Date night for mom and dad! Need care for our fun 3yo boy. He goes down usually around 830. Would need to feed him dinner, play with him, bathe him if necessary and get him down for the night. Would...
Family needs a babysitter Thursday, Sep 24 at 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
I am looking for someone to watch my 8 month old while I teach some music lessons in my home
Sitter needed Thursday, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 11:00pm
Looking for a sitter to handle an evening, activity, dinner, bedtime, and books. Our last night sitter had them asleep in their room. They crash when tired enough.
Family looking for a babysitter Thursday, Sep 24 at 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Need to carry 3 kids for 3 hours
What’s happening on UrbanSitter
Trust and safety for sitters
All families complete an authentication process before they can book. Read sitter reviews of parents, including whether other sitters recommend them and why.
"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
"I have had really good families through the app."
Ana H., babysitter, Mercer Island, WA
Ready to find babysitting jobs?
Sign up free to browse jobs. Keep 100% of what you earn.
Ready to find babysitting jobs?
Sign up free to browse jobs. Keep 100% of what you earn.
We use email to send essential communication regarding your account.
To sign up with Facebook, we need permission to use your email address.
Sharing your friends list is optional, and allows you to meet trusted families through friends. Nothing will be shared or posted.
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?
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
How much should I charge for babysitting?
See what sitters earn in your area and how to set competitive rates.
How to get babysitting jobs on UrbanSitter
Tips for applying to jobs, building your calendar, and getting booked.
