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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: 1...

Seeking an experienced babysitter Monday, Sep 28 at 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM - $32/hr

Hi! I am looking for someone to help watch my sons tomorrow after school. This will involve helping them with getting a snack, doing homework, and helping with our puppy. Thank you!

Sitter position available Monday, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 5:30pm in Pill Hill

Looking for an occasional babysitter for our 9 month old.

Sitter position available Monday, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 5:00pm in Mount Pleasant - $25/hr

My daughter Rupa is home from school today with a cold and just needs to relax at home. Hoping to find someone for today who could become a regular babysitter for our family!

Sitter required Monday, Sep 28, 2:30pm - 6:30pm in Hunters point

I need someone to pick my daughter up @2:40pm from school and take her across the street to the playground until I get out at 3:50pm and would pick her up from the playground.

Family needs a babysitter Monday, Sep 28 at 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM - $33/hr

supervising kids while they're playing, light cleaning, reading, and giving snacks.

Sitter job available Monday, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Hi! I’m looking for someone to come to our home in Menlo Park once or twice a week for a fun, play-based English session with my two young daughters. I’m not looking for traditional academic...

Hiring a babysitter Monday, Sep 28 at 4:00 PM - Monday, Oct 05 at 1:00 AM

I need someone to care for my son while I will be traveling away. He just needs someone to be with him on weekdays, will walk to school and come back by himself. Will need some help with choosing...

Part Time nanny position available starting TODAY

Babysitter Needed for My 2-Year-Old 💙 Hi! I’m looking for a reliable and caring babysitter for my son, Josiah, who is 2 years old. I work nights and need someone to watch him from around 4:00...

Seeking an experienced babysitter Monday, Sep 28 at 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

We have a 9 day old baby. Looking for someone to be in the house with mom while dad has to be out for the evening. Just a helping pair hands.

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Set your rates and availability. Choose the jobs you want, on your schedule.

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Get paid for the work you do. UrbanSitter does not take a cut from your hourly rate.

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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.