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About Me!!

Columbus, OH

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
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I'm looking for a job that will be flexible with my school schedule, but also will count on me if a last minute opportunity arises. After the school year is out, I am also available all of summer to nanny consistently! One thing you should know about me is I have been an STNA for five years now, which is where I got my CPR...
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Night Nanny Help!

Columbus, OH

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a registered nurse in the NICU at Nationwide Children's Hospital. I have 3 years experience in the NICU and working with families. I would love to fill in for last minute date nights or plans for families if it works out as I do work full-time as a registered nurse. I schedule my days weeks ahead so I would be able to...
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Marysville, OH

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hello, my name is Jordan, and I am looking for a nanny position. I live in Marysville, and I'm looking for something within 30 minutes of there. This spring will be my last semester at Sinclair Community College studying Modern Languages (French). I am CPR and first aid certified with 5 years babysitting experience (ages 2...
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Occasional Sitter Weeknights And Certain Weekends

Mount Vernon, OH

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have held babysitting jobs back to back summers for the past 3 years. I've babysat for over 10 different families throughout my life and most ask to have me back still. I have experience with kids from 3 weeks old to 14 years old. I've done crafts and baked with kids, taken to pool, etc. I always love kids to have fun because...
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Reliable College Student With Healthcare Experience

Reynoldsburg, OH

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi! My name is Perfect, and I'm an 18-year-old college student in Columbus currently studying healthcare. I recently graduated high school and received phlebotomy training through Penta Career Center, where I developed strong responsibility, patience, communication, and caregiving skills. I enjoy working with children and have...
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Katie Koss - Babysitting Services Last Minute Services Available!

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Katie , and I'm a recent graduate of Georgetown University. I have experience babysitting and working with youth organziations like Teach for America, Girl Scouts of the USA, and DCPS. I'm a very proud big sister, big cousin, and I'm passionate about education policy. I also speak French and some Arabic, and I...
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Stay At Home Mom Available For Those Last Minute Care Needs.

Wake Forest, NC

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I'm a stay at home mom who helps with childcare for friends when needed. I just earned a Bachelor's in Data Analytics but the tech industry has taken a significant hit lately. I'm expanding my childcare help in hopes to contribute financially to my family. I grew up in an in home daycare, earning my CPR and necessary...
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Experienced Sitter For Date Night/Part Time/Last Minute Help

Peekskill, NY

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$20/hr
13 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I am a fun, loving and caring sitter. I strive to make kids see the best in themselves and be the best they can be. I care for children like they are my own. We play games, do homework, read and I even cook a little if needed. I am currently a full time TA/Substitute Teacher in the Ossining School district. I am also available...
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Date Night, Flexible, And Last-Minute Highly Experienced Sitter

Mount Kisco, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello families! My name is Brita and I am a 25-year-old who just graduated with a Masters in Social Work, thus greatly caring about the well being of children. I have been a babysitter and nanny for 10 years and a few summers ago was an au pair in Montreal. I have babysat children ages 3 months to 16 years old. I have extensive...

Christina F. says "Brita was our 9-month old's short-term sitter for a month while we got ready to move and she was fantastic! She was so interactive with our son -...

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Fright Night, Vacation, Date Night, Last Minute Babysitter!

Fort Lauderdale, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am an Experienced, Energetic, Mature Sitter of children. I am warm, friendly, patient. I am Married, College Educated, Non smoker, CPR, First Aid. Schools: Instruction, Administration, School Nutrition Management, Supervision of many children, All age groups, Developmental Capacities, and disabilities. Decade of experience In...

Care Member says "Kelly is a wonderful care giver. She is always on time and flexible. She cares very much so about her patients regardless of their age or health...

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Last Minute Sitter

Redmond, WA

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 7+ years of experience working with children. I am CPR/First Aid certified and have a reliable car/clean driving record. I am looking for an early morning/part time job. My full time job is an admin director at a tennis club.
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Fun, Reliable, And Adaptable Sitter Who Creates Long-lasting Relationships!

Owings Mills, MD

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello, my name is Hailee. I am a graduate college student from Stevenson university with a Bachelors in Psychology. Currently, I have a full time job but am abailable for one-time babysitting jobs for your kiddos. In need of a date night or last minute help? I got you! (of course if I'm not at my full time.) I have 8+ years of...
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Experienced And Caring Sitter! Available Consistently Or Last Minute!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Willa and I am a recent college graduate working 9-5 as a paralegal and babysitting in my free time. I have almost a decade of experience in childcare and have worked in various roles, including sleep-away camp tent counselor, weekly babysitter, tutor, and carpool driver. I am a nationally certified EMT, CPR...

Paul K. says "Willa has done an excellent job caring for our 2yo son. She is punctual, professional, and careful but most importantly our son loves spending time with...

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Experienced Baby Sitter Good For Last Minute Jobs

Winter Garden, FL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Jordan, I'm 28 years old and moved down here to Orlando about a year ago with my fiancé, cat and dog. I work at a brewery but am interested in finding side jobs whether it may be with animals or cleaning, I happen to love both.
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On Call/Last Minute Sitter

Santa Ana, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Dulce but I have 16 years of experience. I enjoy caring for children of all ages. I love children, specially newborns, toddlers and working with twins. I enjoy playing with children at their level and extending their learning through play. I believe that all children have the potential to be brilliant and sparkle in...
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Available For Last Minute Requests

Grosse Pointe, MI

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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I am available for last- minute requests in the Grosse Pointe area. I have a master of science in elementary education degree. I love children and have raised a daughter. if you need to run errands, go out for date night or your sitter has cancelled and you need to work, contact me. I recently updated my CPR, AED, and first-aid...
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Part-Time Or Last Minute Babysitter

Sneads Ferry, NC

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Retired, teacher assistant in special education. I have two grown daughters and 5 grandchildren. I am very reliable and caring. Looking for Full or part-time work.
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Experienced Sitter With Flexible Availability And Open To Last Minute Sitting!

Chandler, AZ

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$19/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi parents!!!! My name is Mia and I am 24. I have corporate job but am looking to babysit weekly for families or just whenever needed! I have the most experience with newborns you-5-year-olds but have babysat up to 11! I love children and I am so excited to meet yours!
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Last Minute Sitter Available Week Nights And Weekends

Nashville, TN

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Approachable, friendly, and energetic For the past 10 years I've worked with infants to teens in different environments like nursery, VBS, date night, and after school pick up. My favorite part about all of these experiences were creating meaningful connections. I'm looking for occasional date night sitting or if a parent...
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Last Minute Sitter Who Adores Kids!

Anchorage, AK

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Only available for care in my home, or will need to bring my 3-year-old with me :) I'm a mom to 2 boys aged 3 and 9. I've been taking care of kids since I was 12 (15 years ago) because I am the oldest child in my family. I've worked in a dentistry and found that I work well with children. My strong suits are patience and...
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  • 968 last-minute babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated last-minute babysitters is 4.7

Recent last-minute babysitter reviews from local parents

Last-Minute Babysitters are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 669 reviews of the 969 listed last-minute babysitters

Brita L.

Brita was our 9-month old's short-term sitter for a month while we got ready to move and she was fantastic! She was so interactive with our...

- Christina F.

Kelly C.

Kelly is a wonderful care giver. She is always on time and flexible. She cares very much so about her patients regardless of their age or...

- Care member

Willa G.

Willa has done an excellent job caring for our 2yo son. She is punctual, professional, and careful but most importantly our son loves...

- Paul K.

FAQs for finding a last-minute babysitter near you

A last-minute babysitter is a babysitter you can hire with short notice. Life happens and whether an unexpected event arises or your normal babysitter canceled last minute, there may come a time when you need to quickly hire a babysitter to step in and provide care for your family.
last-minute babysitter rates start at $20.87, but how much it will cost you to hire a sitter at the last-minute depends on how many years of experience they have, where you live, and what types of responsibilities they’ll take on.
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