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Iyanah Sparrow

Iyanah Sparrow
New York, NY

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2026

Trusted Babysitter Who Treats Every Child Like Family

Hello! My name is Iyanah aka (yaya), and I believe every child deserves a babysitter who is not only responsible and dependable, but also kind, patient, and fun. I genuinely enjoy spending time with children and creating a safe, positive environment where they can learn, laugh, and feel comfortable. Whether it's helping with homework, planning creative activities, or simply being someone they can trust, I am committed to giving every child the attention and care they deserve while providing parents with peace of mind knowing their little ones are in good hands.

Babysitter, Nanny $13/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of New York for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

- - - -

Nite

- - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am a responsible, caring, and dependable individual who enjoys working with children and creating a safe, positive environment for them. I recently graduated from high school, where I developed strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills. Through my experience caring for younger siblings, relatives, and family friends, I have learned how to supervise children, keep them engaged with fun and educational activities, prepare simple meals and snacks, help with bedtime routines, and ensure their safety at all times.

I am patient, attentive, and able to remain calm in different situations. I understand the importance of building trust with both children and parents by being reliable, respectful, and following family routines and instructions. I am eager to continue learning and growing as a babysitter, and I am committed to providing dependable, compassionate care that gives parents peace of mind.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Writing

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Onaa K
Greenville, NC

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2026

Babysitter $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Dog sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Other dog duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Dog playtime
  • Daily exercise for your dog
  • Care for puppies

Dog walking $15 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other dog walking tasks I can do:

  • Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on dogs)
  • Dog daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Dog boarding (at my place overnight)
  • Dog training

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Greenville for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - -

Day

- - -

Arvo

- - -

Eve.

- - -

Nite

- - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Childcare credentials:
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Foreign languages

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Sydney Morrison

Sydney Morrison
Allentown, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2026

Hallo! Names Syd ^_^

As of right now. I am 17 years old, and want to get into babysitting to both help you and myself! The school year I’ll be a part-time student at Kutztown learning about early education, and even have occasional internships at schools! While I don’t have a degree, or have been in nanny positions throughout my life, I can assure you, your kid would be in good hands!!

Babysitter $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel within Allentown for work.

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Childcare credentials:
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

Well, at 17, I obviously do not have any college experience right now. During the school year, I will be taking courses on early childhood education, throughout my life I have been in positions where I have had to look after or care for younger kids, make food, etc. A lot of my experience just comes from growing up and being the older person. .

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking
  • Writing

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Lilah Monroe
Glen Allen, VA

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2026

Welcome message:

I am a compassionate caregiver with 3 years of hands-on experience in childcare ranging from infants to teens. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I also have reliable transportation.

I have a background in working with special needs children, especially children with autism. I focus on creating inclusive, fun, and tailored activities that help every child thrive.

I am officially available starting August 3rd and I am more than happy to answer any questions you might have. Please feel free to reach out!

Babysitter, Nanny $17/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Pet sitting $17 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Pet playtime

Dog walking $17 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Glen Allen for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 22 years old
    • Police check
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

Hi! I am an experienced caregiver of 3+ years and am CPR & first aid certified! I just graduated with a Bachelor of Science in social work and am striving to be a school social worker.

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

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Sherlyn Osuna
Hickory, NC

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2026

Babysitter $16/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Dog walking $15 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other dog walking tasks I can do:

  • Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Hickory for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- - - - - - -

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 13 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking

Contact Sherlyn For Free

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Miracle Thomas

Miracle Thomas
Philadelphia, PA

Activity summary

ID Verified ID Verified Member since: Jun 2026

Welcome! I'm 18 years old & love working with children & pets.

As the oldest of three siblings, I have years of experience helping care for kids and creating a safe, fun, and positive environment.

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $16.60/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Pet sitting $17.80 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish

Dog walking $18 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Philadelphia for work.

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • General credentials:
    • ID verified
    • Email verified
    • Languages I can speak: English

Contact Miracle For Free

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Pet sitting

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Azaria Spencer

Azaria Spencer
Memphis, TN

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2026

Hello,im very happy to be your babysitter

Im a fun,amazing and active person i love kids

Babysitter $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Dog sitting $17 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Other dog duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Cleaning cages / bedding

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on dogs)
  • Dog daycare (at my place during the day)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Taking trash bins in / out

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel within Memphis for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

- - - - - -

Eve.

- - - - -

Nite

- - -

I'm available for:

  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 months experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
  • 10 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Cooking

Contact Azaria For Free

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Childcare

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Lillie Wright
Louisville, KY

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2026

Babysitter $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Reading writing
    • Cooking lessons

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for kittens

Dog walking $15 / hour

  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other services I can provide

  • Car washing

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel within Louisville for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- -

Arvo

-

Eve.

- - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am still in high School

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Swimming
  • Animals
  • Cooking

Contact Lillie For Free

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Childcare

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Dog walking

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Trinity Mcknight
Columbia, SC

Activity summary

Member since: May 2026

Babysitter, Nanny $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Running errands

Dog sitting $18 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on dogs)
  • Dog daycare (at my place during the day)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Columbia for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

-

Arvo

-

Eve.

-

Nite

- - - - - - -

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Childcare credentials:
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • 6 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

Contact Trinity For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Madeline Friend

Madeline Friend
Bethlehem, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2026

Babysitter, Parent helper $13.50/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Bethlehem for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

Arvo

Eve.

-

Nite

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Childcare credentials:
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

Babysitting experience, the younger siblings, summer camp counselor experience, CPR/first aid certification (needs renewal)

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Video

Contact Madeline For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Babysitting Pay Rates Plainview, NY, United States (Updated 9 Aug 2026)

Plainview babysitters are paid an average of $18.55 per hour as of August 2026, which is 13.9% lower than the New York average of $21.54, and 0.7% lower than the United States average of $18.68. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Plainview.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Plainview:
$16.86 $18.55 $20.23
New York:
$19.58 $21.54 $23.50
United States:
$16.98 $18.68 $20.38

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Parents' Guide To Babysitting

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Why hire a babysitter

In this section we look at what services babysitters typically provide, how they're different to other carers, and the many benefits your family can enjoy when hiring a babysitter.

When to hire a babysitter

Every family is different and so are the requirements for hiring a babysitter. In this section, we explore the many factors that can influence when, and how often, you choose to hire a babysitter so you can have a better idea of what may be best for your family.

How to find a good babysitter

Often the biggest challenge with hiring a babysitter is finding good candidates, to begin with. In this section, we reveal many secrets that you can use to attract the best local babysitters, we also explore alternatives to hiring babysitters that you may not have considered.

What makes a good babysitter

Finding a good babysitter is not an easy task, in this section, we highlight various qualities to look out for while you're gathering candidates for your open position. We also cover less commonly considered candidates such as male babysitters and answer commonly asked questions that parents have about them.

Babysitter interview tips

How you conduct your interview process is critical to identifying the most appropriate babysitter for your family. In this section, we run through a recommended babysitting interview format and provide tips and tricks that you can use to learn the most about your candidates. We also offer a huge list of good interview questions and how best to utilize them depending on your unique circumstances.

Babysitter pay

One of the most common questions parents have about babysitting is how much they should pay their sitter. In this section, we look at the many factors that influence babysitter pay including your geographic location, age and experience of the sitter, age and number of children, and specific job requirements.

How to vet babysitting candidates

Once you have a shortlist of the best babysitters you can find, the next step is to vet them further to make sure they are who they say they are and the skills and qualifications they claim to have are valid. Follow our guides on checking babysitter references and running background checks.

Babysitting job expectations

Babysitting jobs come with a lot of expectations from both sides, in this section we look at the common things that babysitters and parents anticipate and how good communication is critical to maintaining a good working relationship where everyone knows what is expected of them.

Special occasions

There are several key dates and events throughout the year when babysitters are in hot demand, read our guides below to give you an advantage over other families who are competing with you for the best babysitters.

Babysitting difficulties

Babysitting is not always easy for sitters or parents but it should always be safe. In this section, we reveal some key warning signs that you should be looking out for to ensure that your kids are safe and being lovingly looked after whenever you're away. We also discuss the things you can, and cannot do if you suspect something may be wrong.

Babysitting admin and tax

Hiring a babysitter comes with extra responsibilities and duties because you are an employer. In this section, we discuss the various admin tasks that may be asked of you such as writing babysitting references for past employees and we also cover how this can affect your tax.