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Tumaini Patillo
Winston-Salem, NC

Activity summary

Member since: May 2026

Vacation Babysitter, Babysitter $20/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

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, Full-time employment.

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

My credentials

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

  • 8 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 28 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Nature
  • Writing

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Miranda Montoya Mejia
Greenville, SC

Activity summary

Member since: Apr 2026

Hi!

Vacation Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $15/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)
  • Up to 5 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

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

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare
    • Full-time daycare
    • Part-time daycare
    • Drop-in / occasional daycare
    • School holiday daycare
    • Extended hours
    • Meals provided

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Sleep disorders

Household duties I can do:

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

Pet sitting $13 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Other pet duties I can do:

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

Dog walking $13 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +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 pets)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)

I can do house sitting

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

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 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
  • School holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • 7 months experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Water safety training
  • 8 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

I am really good with both kids and pets.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

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Aprle Hudson

Aprle Hudson
Athens, AL

Activity summary

Member since: Oct 2025

Empty Nester for Hire

Hello! My name is Aprle and I am a mother of five children who are all young adults and out of the house. If you’re looking for a dependable, experienced sitter, I’d love to help!

Vacation Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair

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)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

My credentials

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

  • 27 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • CPR training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 52 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Fitness
  • Gardening
  • Writing

Contact Aprle For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Dog walking

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Jennifer Bowen

Jennifer Bowen
Amory, MS

Activity summary

Member since: Oct 2025

6+ years of experience, amory mississippi

hey my name is jenny! I work a part-time job currently and looking for some extra money. ill be doing this with my mom until I get a car and I have experience with baby's as in I have a little brother and I have had quite a bit of pets throughout my lifetime!

Vacation Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $10/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

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • After school care
  • Help with homework

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare
    • Full-time daycare
    • Part-time daycare
    • Meals provided

Pet sitting $10 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Dog walking $10 / 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 daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet training

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Amory 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
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 6 years experience working with children
  • 6 years experience working with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Driver's license
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

Contact Jennifer For Free

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Childcare

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Alexis Rene Ford

Alexis Rene Ford
Topeka, KS

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2025

Vacation Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $10/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • 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
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

I'm available for events

  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting $12 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Dog walking $12 / hour

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

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

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

My credentials

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

  • 6 months experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
  • 5 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English and French

I can give CPR if needed, and I am completely responsible for safety for the children I am babysitting, and will continue to responsible for my actions

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Alexis For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

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Dog walking

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Zion Sigei
Owensboro, KY

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2025

Love babysitting. Have for a long time.

My name is Zion but people call me Z. I work at holiday world and splashin safari. I have been there since 2022. I yo back every summer. I currently still work there on Saturday and Sundays. I love babysitting and working with kids. I go to Octc on Monday and Wednesday from 8:30 to 3:15 after that time I'm free.

Vacation Babysitter, Babysitter $10/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 9 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • 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
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel within Owensboro 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
  • Vacations with the family

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
    • Water safety training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Writing

Contact Zion For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Fatou Diallo

Fatou Diallo
New York, NY

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2025

Friendly, Caring, and Playful Babysitter You Can Trust

Hi! My name is Fatou, but I go by Tima. I absolutely love spending time with kids up to age 10 and enjoy joining them in whatever fun activity they choose, as long as it’s age-appropriate. I’m friendly, caring, and playful, and I love keeping children happy and entertained—whether it’s playing games, drawing, painting, or just hanging out and sharing smiles. Parents can trust me to create a safe, joyful, and engaging environment where their children feel cared for, listened to, and always have fun!

Vacation Babysitter, Babysitter, Nanny

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing
  • Grocery shopping

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 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
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

Hello! I’m 16 years old and enjoy spending time with children. I have experience babysitting my 11-year-old niece and younger siblings, as well as spending time with my younger nieces and nephews, so I understand how to engage and care for kids of different ages. I enjoy playing games, drawing, painting, telling stories, helping with homework, and going on walks. Families often describe me as sweet, patient, and responsible. While I do not yet have CPR/First Aid certification, I am happy to obtain it if required.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Fitness
  • Nature

Contact Fatou For Free

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Lana Rose Cason

Lana Rose Cason
Virginia Beach, VA

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2025

Vacation Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $14/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)

Pet sitting $12 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

Dog walking $13 / 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)

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Virginia Beach 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
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • Childcare credentials:
    • Babysitting course complete
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Police check
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Fitness
  • Cooking

Contact Lana For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Arianna Keene

Arianna Keene
Fayetteville, AR

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2025

I would love to have the opportunity

Hello! I'm Arianna, a dedicated and caring babysitter based in Fayetteville, Arkansas. I am seeking an opportunity to work with a wonderful family in need of a full-time, live-out babysitter. My experience primarily revolves around caring for primary school-aged children, where I have developed a passion for nurturing and supporting their growth. With my flexible and adaptable nature, I aim to provide a safe, engaging, and educational environment for your children. I am committed to ensuring their well-being and happiness while also helping with homework, organizing activities, and maintaining routines that align with your family's dynamics. I charge $15 per hour and promise to bring reliability, energy, and enthusiasm to my role as a sitter. If you're in Fayetteville and looking for someone who is professional, trustworthy, and dedicated to your child's development, I would love to hear from you! Feel free to message me if you're interested in discussing how I can support your family's needs. Looking forward to connecting with you!

Vacation Babysitter, Babysitter $16/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Pet sitting $16 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

My availability

I'm looking for Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Fayetteville 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
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • 6 months experience working with children
  • 13 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 21 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

I love spending time with kids and bringing joy to life. I was at an internship with the boys and girls club working with 6-10 year old. I have two years of psychology education in college including classes on child development. I have a cat at home and he loves to be petted, I sometimes play with him by using one of his toys. He loves to attack them. I would be patient and calm with the cat, give them their own space and make sure they are being well taken care of. I have a husky that I take on walks and make sure is being well taken care of.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Swimming
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Arianna For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Zenobia Taylor

Zenobia Taylor
Greensboro, NC

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2025

Trusted Infant & Toddler Nanny Bringing Comfort, Safety & Joy

Hello! I’m a warm, dependable, and nurturing caregiver with a true passion for supporting little ones through their most important early years. With hands-on experience caring for infants and toddlers, I create a safe, loving environment where children can learn, explore, and grow. I believe in blending structure with plenty of play, encouraging curiosity while meeting each child’s unique developmental needs. Parents can count on me for patience, reliability, and a genuine commitment to helping their little ones thrive — all while giving them peace of mind.

Vacation Babysitter, Nanny $17/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

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

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Greensboro 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
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 1 year experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Swimming
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Writing

Contact Zenobia For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

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 21 Jun 2026)

Plainview babysitters are paid an average of $18.44 per hour as of June 2026, which is 14.2% lower than the New York average of $21.49, and 0.9% lower than the United States average of $18.60. 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:
$16.76 $18.44 $20.11
New York:
$19.54 $21.49 $23.45
United States:
$16.91 $18.60 $20.29

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Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Vacation Babysitter

Follow these handy tips when hiring a vacation babysitter so everyone can get the most out of your family holiday.

1. Start your search early

Traveling babysitters are in high demand, so begin looking several months before your trip.

2. Choose someone with travel experience

Ask if they’ve traveled with families before and are comfortable with airports, hotels, and long days.

3. Check passports and paperwork

Ensure the babysitter has a valid passport, visas (if needed), and is comfortable with any travel requirements.

4. Discuss schedules and expectations

Be clear about when you’ll need childcare versus family time, so boundaries are understood.

5. Cover all expenses upfront

Agree on who pays for flights, accommodations, meals, and any extras before the trip.

6. Set pay rates clearly

Holiday babysitting often involves long hours; discuss a fair daily or weekly rate plus overtime if needed.

7. Review responsibilities

Clarify whether the sitter will supervise only in the hotel/villa or accompany your children on excursions.

8. Do a trial run at home

Have the sitter spend time with your kids before the trip to build trust and routine familiarity.

9. Check adaptability

Make sure they’re flexible with changes, new environments, and possible travel hiccups.

10. Trust and comfort are key

Since you’ll be spending extended time together, choose someone you not only trust with your children but also feel comfortable traveling with.

See our parents' guide to vacation babysitting for more detailed information.


Vacation Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing vacation babysitter candidates to narrow down your list.

Travel Readiness

  • Have you ever traveled with a family before? What was your role?
  • Do you have a valid passport (and visas if required)?
  • Are you comfortable with airports, flights, and adjusting to new environments?
  • How do you handle long travel days or jet lag?

Childcare Experience

  • What ages of children have you cared for while traveling?
  • How do you keep kids entertained in hotels, airplanes, or on long car rides?
  • Are you comfortable supervising children at pools, beaches, or tourist attractions?
  • How would you handle a child becoming homesick or overwhelmed on vacation?

Responsibilities & Flexibility

  • Are you open to both daytime and evening shifts while traveling?
  • How do you balance giving parents alone time with including you in family activities?
  • What types of activities or outings are you comfortable managing on your own with the kids?
  • How flexible are you if plans change last minute?

Safety & Health

  • Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
  • How would you handle a medical emergency in a foreign country?
  • Are you comfortable administering medication if needed?
  • How do you ensure children’s safety in unfamiliar environments?

Pay & Expenses

  • What is your preferred rate for travel babysitting (daily/weekly)?
  • Are you comfortable with travel arrangements (flights, accommodations, meals) being covered by the family?
  • Do you expect overtime pay for late-night care?
  • How do you prefer payments to be handled during the trip?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about traveling with children?
  • How do you keep calm and positive when travel gets stressful?
  • Why are you interested in traveling as a babysitter?
  • What makes you a good fit for our family and this trip?