{"id":2133,"date":"2024-11-15T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-15T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/s37407.p1377.sites.pressdns.com\/resources\/how-to-hire-a-sitter-for-new-years-eve\/"},"modified":"2024-11-15T06:36:55","modified_gmt":"2024-11-15T06:36:55","slug":"how-to-hire-a-sitter-for-new-years-eve","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.care.com\/c\/how-to-hire-a-sitter-for-new-years-eve\/","title":{"rendered":"How to find a New Year\u2019s Eve babysitter\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

The year is almost over and you’re ready to ring in the new year with your partner and\/or friends. But what to do with the kids on New Year’s Eve? You’ve brought them to parties in the past, but that’s not relaxing. You’ve also stayed home with them for a quiet celebration — which is fun — but this year you want to need a break. In fact, according to experts, mental health breaks for parents<\/a> are nonnegotiable, which means … you deserve a night out. <\/p>

So pick up a noisemaker and a champagne glass and get ready: This year you’re hiring a babysitter<\/a>! Yes, there’s still plenty of time. Check out common questions and answers about finding a New Year’s Eve babysitter. <\/p>

1. When should I book a New Year’s Eve babysitter?<\/h2>

The short answer: You can never book a New Year’s Eve sitter too early. <\/p>

The longer answer: Start looking for a reliable sitter at least a few weeks ahead of time, if at all possible. Finding the right sitter for your children can be tough on a regular day, and New Year’s Eve is the biggest party night of the year. In fact, regular babysitters are making plans ahead of time, too.<\/p>

But if you didn’t book a sitter in advance (because kids! work! holidays!), the good news is you probably still have time. According to 2023 Care.com data<\/a>, the most popular day nationally to post a job for a NYE sitter on Care.com was on December 31 (yes, on New Year’s Eve!), but postings for New Year’s Eve jobs started climbing around December 26. <\/p>

And of course, that’s fantastic news since most of us haven’t even remotely thought about booking a New Year’s Eve sitter just yet. <\/p>

2. Is it too late to find a New Year’s Eve sitter?<\/h2>

If it’s December 31 and you haven’t been able to find a sitter, don’t worry. Call your list of usual babysitters or post a last-minute job<\/a> online to see if anyone is available. People’s plans do change, and you may luck out. (Just make sure you screen a new sitter carefully.) <\/p>

3. Where should I look for a New Year’s Eve sitter?<\/h2>

Start with the people around you. If you have a regular babysitter or nanny, ask if they are looking to earn some extra money working New Year’s Eve. If they already have plans, ask a family member or friend. Spread the word through your family’s network that you’re looking for someone. Perhaps your sister, cousin or book club buddy is staying home with her own kids and can host a slumber party. Offer to reciprocate and take the entire crew next year as a thank you.<\/p>

Or post a babysitter job online<\/a>. <\/p>

4. Where can I post a babysitter job online?<\/h2>

To post a babysitter job, you can use various platforms (including Care.com<\/a>), like online job boards, community boards or child care websites. <\/p>

5. What should I include in a New Year’s Eve babysitter job description?<\/h2>

First things first: In your job title, specify that you’re looking for a New Year’s Eve sitter. You want to catch the attention of sitters looking for work on the holiday evening.<\/p>

Your job description<\/a> for a New Year’s Eve sitter should also include: <\/p>