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Seeking an experienced caretaker starting TODAY (flexible) - $25/hr
Need help Weds afternoon- evening every week. Other times/opportunities for regular work: Early am help getting kids ready M-F. Occasional additional weekends or evenings. We're a warm and...
Family needs a part time caretaker starting TODAY - $26/hr
I need help with my one child to pick up from school and hang out until I get home from work. she has autism and uses a communication device - three days of the week a therapist will stop by for...
Nanny position available starting TODAY - $35/hr
Hi! We are looking for a morning helper to help with our 4 year old daughter for a few hours in the mornings. She just started TK this year and we are looking for someone to help her get ready in the...
Nanny needed starting Wednesday, Sep 9 (flexible) in Stadium District
Looking for someone to care for my 3 year old daughter on Wednesday evenings while I have a class at PLU. Also occasionally other late nights during the week if I have a hockey game that she cant...
Family needs a part time caretaker starting Wednesday, Sep 9 in River West/West Town - $25/hr
Hello! We are looking for a new regular sitter (mini-nanny?) to help with our two four year olds on Wednesdays. They need to be picked up from school at 2:15pm, walked home (4 blocks) and cared for...
Part Time nanny needed starting Wednesday, Sep 9 (flexible) in Summerstone
Experience caring for infants, preferably 3–6 months and up * Warm, patient, nurturing, and genuinely enjoys babies * Comfortable with bottle feeding, burping, diaper changes, naps, and baby...
Family needs a caretaker starting Wednesday, Sep 9 - $29/hr
Looking for help with school pick-up and taking to various afterschool activities
Family needs a part time caretaker starting Wednesday, Sep 9 in Ditmas Park
We are looking for an afterschool caregiver, to be paid ON THE BOOKS, for our daughter who has multiple disabilities. Our 8 year old kiddo loves music (if you sing to her - you are IN!!), water,...
Family looking for a part time caretaker starting Wednesday, Sep 9 in Brookland - $25/hr
Looking for a reliable sitter to pick my son up from school and drive him to swim or rowing practice. Sitter will have to drive him home once practice is over.
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Set your rates and availability. Choose the jobs you want, on your schedule.
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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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