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Maryam A

Maryam A
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2024

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

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

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting $16 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $18 / hour

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

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet training
  • Pet grooming

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

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

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Toronto 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
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 3 years experience working with children
  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • 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, Arabic, and Turkish

I have many skills

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Writing

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Sumanjeet Kaur
Mississauga, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Mar 2025

Passionate caregiver

I have been living in Canada since 2022.i am 25 years old. current enrolled in early childhood education.

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping

Pet sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime

Dog walking $20 / hour

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

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)

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 Mississauga 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
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 1 month experience working with children
    • Registered carer
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (currently studying)
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 25 years old
    • Police check
    • Languages I can speak: English and Hindi

I am student who is currently enrolled in early childhood education.i have looking for job to handling my expenses.

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Cooking
  • Computers

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Diana Espinoza
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2025

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $19/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)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Birds

Dog walking

  • 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, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Toronto 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
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 7 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 25 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My name is Diana, and I am very interested in babysitting. I have over four years of experience working with children, especially babies and toddlers. As the eldest of four siblings, I have been caring for them since they were infants, and I also babysit every Thursday evening for the children of the choir while their parents practice. During high school, I completed my co-op and community hours at a daycare, later working there as a supply teacher during summer breaks. Currently, I am employed as an Early Childhood Assistant at Northlea Community Child Care, where I support toddlers in their daily routines, growth, and development. I am a fun-loving, outgoing individual who truly enjoys engaging with children and creating positive relationships. I am available on weekdays from 6:30 p.m. onward, with full availability throughout the day and night on weekends. I would be delighted to provide a safe, caring, and engaging environment for your children.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Nature
  • Computers

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Florence Nightingale Boateng
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Where fun and safety goes hand in hand.

Hello, I am Florence, I’m 16 years old, have lots of experience with kids, I love kids and kids love me.

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $16/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)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Toronto 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
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 1 year experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have one year experience with kids, I have babysit my neighbours kids, volunteered at topcliff public school to help with kids. Have a certificate of CPR and first aid. I love kids.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Writing

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Ava C
Pickering, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Apr 2025

looking for a job

My name is Ava i’m currently a highschool student. I’m very caring for children and will ensure all needs/ wants are met. 15$ a hour.

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Pickering 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

My credentials

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

  • 5 months experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am a reliable highschool student, with a babysitters course completed. In this course it taught me CPR with children, Heimlich and basic childcare needs. I have experience with babysitting cousins and close family. I’m very available during holidays, weekends and after school.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Writing

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Fahima Nakhuda
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2025

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Toronto 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
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 5 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • Registered carer
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Fahima For Free

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Dog walking

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Lily Hanssen

Lily Hanssen
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2024

Experienced Sitter Offering Care for Kids of All Ages

Hello! My name is Lily Hanssen, and I bring over four years of childcare experience, including three years working at camps and one year part-time in a daycare setting. I have cared for children of all ages, from 4-month-old infants to teenagers, and I am certified in first aid to ensure safety in any situation. My childcare approach centers on emotional validation, helping children feel heard and supported as they navigate their unique experiences. I’m passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment where children can thrive.

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $20/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)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on cats)

Other services I can provide

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Toronto 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
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 4 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Asthma training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Arts / crafts
  • Cooking

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

Contact Lily For Free

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Shakala Marshall
Mississauga, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2024

Welcome message:

I'm a responsible and caring babysitter with 1 year of experience caring for children of all ages, from babies to school-age kids. I'm patient and able to engage kids with a wide range of activities like drawing, reading, crafting, music, and games. I'm comfortable helping with chores, cooking, and homework too. I would be happy to meet your family and see if I'm a good fit to care for your children. Please feel free to reach out to learn more about my availability and qualifications.

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $18/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)

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds

Dog walking

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

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Mississauga 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
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 2 months experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Sports
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Shakala For Free

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Childcare

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Dog walking

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Sahvana Helen Dawson-Gay

Sahvana Helen Dawson-Gay
Courtice, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2024

New Year's Eve Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $16/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 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Administering medications
  • Medical injections
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $15 / hour

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

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Courtice 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:

  • 5 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • 5 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

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

Contact Sahvana For Free

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Happy Hannah Niyer
Toronto, ON

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2023

New Year's Eve Babysitter, 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)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

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

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Toronto 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
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 7 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 22 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Happy For Free

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Babysitting Pay Rates Pickering, ON, Canada (Updated 29 Sep 2025)

Pickering babysitters are paid an average of $23 per hour as of September 2025, which is 9.2% higher than the Ontario average of $21.07, and 13.1% higher than the Canadian average of $20.34. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Pickering.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Pickering:
$20.91 $23 $25.09
Ontario:
$19.15 $21.07 $22.98
Canada:
$18.49 $20.34 $22.19

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Top 10 Tips For Hiring A New Year's Eve Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a NYE babysitter so you can celebrate worry-free while your kids are safe and happy.

1. Book early

New Year’s Eve is one of the busiest nights for babysitters, so secure yours weeks (or months) in advance.

2. Expect higher rates

Many babysitters charge holiday premiums, so be prepared to pay extra for the special occasion.

3. Check experience

Choose sitters who are confident handling late nights and possibly multiple kids or group settings.

4. Confirm availability

Double-check that the babysitter is comfortable staying past midnight and knows when you’ll return.

5. Ask about overnight care

If you plan to stay out late, consider booking an overnight sitter for everyone’s peace of mind.

6. Provide entertainment

Stock up on kid-friendly activities, games, and maybe a little “kid’s countdown” to keep children happy.

7. Share bedtime routines

Write clear instructions so the sitter can smoothly handle bedtime even if you’re away at midnight.

8. Exchange emergency contacts

Make sure they have your number, a backup contact, and details for neighbors or family nearby.

9. Set house rules

Go over screen time, snacks, and whether the kids can stay up later than usual for the occasion.

10. Show appreciation

Since they’re giving up their holiday evening, consider a bonus, a meal, or a thank-you gift to make them feel valued.

See our complete guide to NYE babysitting for parents for more detailed information.


NYE Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing NYE babysitter candidates so you can enjoy your night out knowing your kids are safe and happy.

Experience & Background

  • Have you babysat on New Year’s Eve or other holidays before?
  • What ages of children do you have the most experience caring for?
  • Are you comfortable handling multiple children at once?
  • How do you keep kids entertained on a long evening?

Availability & Flexibility

  • Are you available to stay past midnight (and until what time)?
  • Would you be open to overnight babysitting if we’re out late?
  • How do you feel about working on a holiday evening?

Care & Routines

  • How do you handle bedtime routines when parents are out late?
  • What activities would you plan for the kids on New Year’s Eve?
  • How do you manage children who want to stay up for “midnight celebrations”?
  • Are you comfortable preparing and serving dinner or snacks?

Safety & Emergencies

  • Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
  • How would you handle an emergency if we’re difficult to reach?
  • What steps would you take if a child became upset, sick, or refused to go to bed?

Communication & Reliability

  • How do you usually update parents while babysitting (texts, calls, photos)?
  • Do you have reliable transportation to and from our home that night?
  • What would you do if you were unable to make it last minute?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy about working on special occasions like New Year’s Eve?
  • How do you keep the evening fun but still calm and structured for kids?
  • Why do you think you’d be a good fit for our family on New Year’s Eve?