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Find an emergency babysitter in Ayer, MA

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21 available babysitters in Ayer, MA

Families in Ayer turn to UrbanSitter for emergency and same-day babysitting.
Avg hourly rate: $24.22/hr

Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check, and every profile is individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team. Learn more.

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Amelia $15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Ayer, MA

Hi! I’m Amelia, I am currently a college student studying psychology and an associate teacher in an early childhood care center. I’ve spent years working with children of all ages; infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school‑age kids, through babysitting, teaching, youth leadership, and community programs. I love getting to know each child’s personality and creating an environment where they feel comfortable, supported, and excited to be themselves. With infants and toddlers, I’m confident with feeding, diapering, soothing, nap routines, sensory play, and early developmental milestones. I’m calm, patient, and very comfortable reading cues and creating a predictable, nurturing space. With older kids, I enjoy homework help, creative projects, outdoor time, structured activities, and supporting emotional regulation and independence. I adapt easily to shy, energetic, sensitive, or spirited kids and meet them exactly where they are. I’m passionate about helping children explore the world around them. Whether that’s going outside, doing hands‑on activities, or finding small everyday moments that spark curiosity and joy. Families describe me as warm, reliable, organized, and easy to communicate with. I value building strong relationships with parents and keeping communication clear and consistent. I’m CPR and First Aid certified, comfortable with pets, don’t smoke, and happy to help with light housekeeping, meal prep, and maintaining routines. My goal is always to create a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and grow confidently. Please be sure of your hours before booking. You are responsible for the full hours listed, even if you arrive home early. I’m more than happy to extend hours as long as there is clear communication ahead of time. This helps me plan my schedule and ensures I can give your family the best care possible.

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Fernanda $20 per hour for 1 child

I’m 34 year old, Brazilian and I ve been taking care of Children my whole life and am really passionate about it. Been taking care of twins babies since 2025 when they were 18 days old; have taken care of two sister (5yo and 9yo) driving them around for their sports activities; a middle school boy (9yo) after school care. I have an suv car, clean record and good references. Reach me out if you have any questions

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Vanessa $23 per hour for 1 child

Hi my names is vanessa and I’m a nursing student I’ve always loved taking care of kids and creating a fun, safe and supportive environment for them. I enjoy doing creative activities like coloring and painting and playing , I’m always happy to help with homework, school projects and crafts . I’m patient , responsible and attentive and I try to make sure kids feel comfortable and engaged while in my care . I also have experience as a household assistant , I can help with light cleaning and keeping things organized around the house . I am allergic to cats and dogs.

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Jordan $25 per hour for 1 child

Hello! I’m Jordan and I have been working in childcare since 2015. I went to a tech high school and got my preschool certification there and then went on to a community college and got certified with working with infants and toddlers. Working with children is my passion and it fills my heart with so much joy! I’m patient, loving, a big kid at heart, and give my all with everything that I do. I am mainly looking for night care and occasional date nights. I look forward to meeting you!

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Tori $21 per hour for 1 child

I’ve worked as a pre-k teacher for the past 4 1/2 years, frequently babysit and used to have 2 nannying jobs. I’m pretty decent with special needs kids and have worked with them before. I have been CORI checked, have no criminal background and am CPR, First aid and teacher certified. I’m playful and creative with children and encourage learning, boundaries, playing pretend, creativeness, and just fun all around! I am experienced, ambitious, organized, a good listener, / great rule/boundary follower, and kind, respectful, accommodating, outgoing and energetic. I’ve mainly only watched children but have also watched pets before. I have no experience watching seniors but am willing to learn and do it. I’ve also never house-sat but am again, willing to and am very responsible and great at cleaning and taking care of things and keeping it in check. I have a background with psychology and social work from college so I’m very good at reading children’s heads and understanding their personalities. I am also very protective of them because of my schooling in social work so I know how to watch and take care of them. I am currently going to college for nursing and am doing multiple interviews for more teaching positions at other schools because I recently got laid off because there was too many staff members.

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How much does an emergency babysitter cost in Ayer, MA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.22
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $27.11
  • Typical job length: 5.7 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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69 sitters background checked in Ayer, MA

4.8 average star rating from total of 26 reviews in Ayer, MA

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"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

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"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

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"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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How do I find an emergency babysitter in Ayer?

Sign up for an UrbanSitter account, then share the date, time, and number of children who need care. Available sitters in Ayer can respond, and you can review full profiles before booking.

How much does an emergency babysitter cost in Ayer?

As of October 2026, babysitting rates in Ayer average $24.22 per hour for one child, and vary by experience, number of children, and job length. For same-day care, offering a higher rate can help attract interest and a faster response. See average babysitting rates in your area.

Are babysitters in Ayer on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check, including those in Ayer, and each profile is individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team. See what's included in the background check.

Can I find a babysitter in Ayer for today or tonight?

Yes. Same-day and tonight requests are common on UrbanSitter. Share your care needs and available sitters can respond. You can read reviews, watch profile videos, and choose the right fit.

What's the best way to find a babysitter in Ayer on short notice?

On UrbanSitter, when an urgent need comes up, share your timing, location, and care needs so available sitters can respond. See tips for finding last-minute child care for additional ways to find support.

What do I do if my babysitter cancels in Ayer?

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