Babysitters $30 to $35 per hour

Babysitters Of Boulder has per diem work available on weekdays for experienced childcare providers with strong infant and toddler experience. Perfect for parents, teachers, graduate students, retirees, or nannies who have some weekdays available. Current CPR/First Aid certification required.

Keep 100% of your hourly earnings – the agency does not keep any percentage of pay.

Schedule

• Set your own schedule and take the bookings that fit your availability
• We have an ongoing need for sitters with weekday availability
• Book through our Babysitters Of Boulder app

Standardized Hourly Rates

• $30/hour for 1-2 children
• $35/hour for 3-4 children (limit: 4 children per sitter)
• Event babysitting – $35/hour
• Hotel/Airbnb care – $35/hour for 1–4 children

Pay Details

• Clients pay in full for your reserved time, even if returning early
• Mileage reimbursement for driving children: 72¢/mile (2026 IRS rate)

We ensure cancellation payment to you if a family must cancel their booking:

• Advance cancellation: $30
• Less than 48 hours notice: $95
• Within 1 hour of start time: full payment for your booking

Requirements

• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Minimum 5 years paid childcare experience
• Must be at least 21 years old
• In-home babysitting or nanny experience strongly preferred
• Some babysitting availability for 1 year or more
• Current CPR/First Aid certification from an in-person class
• Two childcare references
• Reliable vehicle for commuting and occasional child transportation
• Clean background check, driving record and current car insurance

Duties

• Provide nurturing care and age-appropriate activities
• Avoid screen time unless approved by parents
• Prepare meals/snacks and clean up after use
• Communicate clearly with parents about expectations
• Leave things better than we found them by tidying playrooms, wiping down countertops, picking up kids' bedroom floors, and so on

Babysitters Of Boulder is a local agency founded by a childcare professional. We advocate for sitters, nannies, and working parents. Learn more: babysittersofboulder.com/for-sitters

Apply directly: babysittersofboulder.com/job-application/

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person