Albany families count on UrbanSitter for same-day emergency child care. In most areas, average response time for urgent needs is under two minutes.
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Families in Albany turn to UrbanSitter for emergency and same-day babysitting.
242 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.04/hr
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Hiya!!!! My name is Ashé (Cyrus) 🤓👋🏾 I’m a calm caregiver with 2+ years of childcare experience with kiddos aged 3–14. I am certified in CPR + First Aid training for children, infants, and adults, Mandated Reporter certified, Registered Behavior Technician, and Physical Safety certified. I’ve got a background in theater so I love jumping into play! Making up stories, going with the flow, matching high energy, or calmly reading are all facets of the environments I like to create. My approach to childcare is compassion-based and neurodiversity-informed and I seek to ensure all kids under my care feel safe, understood, and engaged! Hope to talk soon and please let me know if there are any questions I could answer! 😁
Hi there! My name is Adriana, and I have 4 years of hands-on experience working with children aged 3 to 15. I bring a wealth of practical knowledge and a deep passion for nurturing young minds. My commitment to providing a safe and enriching environment extends beyond childcare—I also care for pets and am proficient in light housework, ensuring that families return to a tidy and organized home. Currently pursuing a degree in Sociology, I’m fascinated by the dynamics of human interaction, which enhances my understanding of child development and behavior. With CPR/First Aid certification and a spotless driving record, safety is always my top priority.
“This was my first time booking through Urban Sitter, let alone having someone that was not family watch my child. Adriana arrived on time and got acclimated quickly with my daughter. They played games and by the time I returned home it was lights out. Overall a great experience and I foresee myself rebooking with Adriana again. ”
Hi! My name is Gina, and I’m from Colombia. I’m looking for extra babysitting opportunities. I’m a responsible, respectful, and loving person who truly enjoys helping families and caring for children. Currently, I take care of twin 2-year-olds and their siblings of 4 and 7 years old. I have experience caring for children of different ages — from infants to school-aged kids. In Colombia, I worked with two children, aged 8 and 1, which gave me valuable experience with different developmental stages. I enjoy doing activities such as arts and crafts, reading, outdoor play, and helping with routines. My daily tasks include cooking for the kids, school pick-up, laundry, organizing play areas, and assisting with nap and bedtime routines. I offer child care, and pet care. I also love animals! I have pets myself and I’m very comfortable around dogs and cats. I can help with walking, feeding, and playing with your pets if needed.
“Yinna was prompt and patient with our almost 3 year old. ”
Hi, I'm Hannah! I've been babysitting for 12 years and adore children. I spent a year and a half as the daycare manager at Fun Fit Kids, where I was responsible for up to eight children at a time. I planned fun activities to keep everyone busy and happy, and I made sure homework and other responsibilities got done first. I also spent four months running the kids' area at Beets Barre and Cycle, with the same mix of play, structure and supervision. Watching that many kids at once taught me to stay patient and calm under pressure, whether it's a spilled snack, a meltdown or a sibling squabble. I'm kind, responsible and very organized, and I truly love people, kids especially. I love to cook, so I'm happy to make dinner or help little ones whip up a simple snack. I also like cleaning, so I'll always leave your home as tidy as I found it, or tidier. I'm great with pets too, so your furry family members are in good hands. During the week I work full-time as an analyst, so I'm available evenings and weekends. You can count on me to be reliable and on time, and your kids can count on a fun, caring sitter who gets homework done before game time!
“I cannot recommend Hannah enough, my little one still asks for her all the time! She was absolutely amazing with my daughter, and I always felt so comfortable knowing she was in such good hands. She was caring, patient, attentive, and truly wonderful with her. It was clear how much she genuinely cared about my daughter, and that meant the world to me as a mom. Finding someone you can trust with your child is so important, and she made that experience easy. She always came up with unique ideas for play and had the coolest imagination. Any family would be lucky to have Hannah as their nanny, and I would recommend her without hesitation!”
Hello, I'm Olivia! I work in healthcare and love working with families. I'm reliable and I have firm boundaries. I'm curious and one hundred percent engaged. Happy to help with homework, run errands, cook, do chores and of course spend time with your kids. I want to support in any way that I can because being a parent is hard. I'm available after 5pm on weekdays. I like some flexibility on weekends will room for accommodation.
As of November 2026
All UrbanSitter babysitters are background checked every year. Profiles are individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
2,518 sitters background checked in Albany, CA
5.0 average star rating from total of 30,095 reviews in Albany, CA
"We were incredibly grateful that Maya was able to help us out with a last-minute childcare emergency. She matched our 9-year-old's energy with arts & crafts, some quiet reading, and a walk around the neighborhood. We'd have Maya back in a heartbeat!"
Hillary S., parent
"We used Tania for a last minute emergency. She responded very quickly. My daughter seemed to enjoy herself. My son napped most of the time. I enjoyed how she kept me updated by text."
Theresa M., parent
"Hannah was awesome. Went above & beyond to help me with a last minute emergency. She was really sweet & great with my 16mo old. Highly recommend!!"
Lauren D., parent
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