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Sitter needed Friday, Oct 02, 10:00am - 2:30pm - $19/hr

Hello, Looking for care for 10 month old, from 10 am - 2pm job duties include feeding milk or solids, diapering, nap time, playing most of the time. I will be at home working during this time

Sitter required Friday, Oct 02, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

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 Friday, Oct 02, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

We're looking for a caring, loving babysitter who enjoys playing with our 18-month-old son. He's sweet, easygoing, and independent. He plays and eats by himself, so the main responsibility is simply...

Hiring a babysitter Friday, Oct 02 at 2:15 PM - 6:00 PM - $18/hr

Need care for my children while I work

Family looking for a babysitter Friday, Oct 02 at 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM in Old Willow Glen

just taking care of him for us to get some dinner or something else

Sitter required Friday, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 7:30pm in Bustleton - $25/hr

Hi! We are a couple that both works full time and have a full time nanny as well. We have this gap where the nanny isn’t available while mom is at work and dad isn’t home. Also we would love to find...

Seeking an experienced babysitter Friday, Oct 02 at 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Hello! We have a wedding to attend, but our normal babysitter cancelled because our daughter got Hand Foot and Mouth disease from daycare. At the time of the wedding she will have had it for 5 days,...

Sitter needed Friday, Oct 02, 3:30pm - 11:30pm in murray hill

hello everyone, i'm in a pinch this friday afternoon/evening, needing a caretaker for my 10 yo son... he is very self-sufficient and loves to talk to grown ups :)

Sitter needed Friday, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 9:00pm

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 needed Friday, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 9:00pm in Farnam - $30/hr

Supervise and play with a 10 year old boy with a curious mind. He’s sweet and mature, likes to draw and do crafts, but also loves to run around and have fun. Need a sitter to keep him engaged and...

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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.