Find an emergency babysitter in Gates Mills, OH

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11 available babysitters in Gates Mills, OH

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Erica Richmond Heights
$18 per hour for 1 child

Caregiver & Housekeeping Professional I am a compassionate and dependable caregiver with over 30 years of hands-on experience caring for children and the elderly. As a devoted mother of four and a proud grandparent, I bring patience, understanding, and real-life experience to every family I serve. My background includes providing attentive childcare, senior care, and reliable housekeeping services to create safe, clean, and comfortable homes. I am experienced in daily routines, meal preparation, light to deep cleaning, and offering respectful, personalized care. Caring for others is more than a job to me—it is a lifelong passion built on trust, kindness, and dedication

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Courtney South Euclid
$15 per hour for 1 child

I am an experienced and compassionate caregiver with over 5 years of professional experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children. I currently serve as a Lead Preschool Teacher at a Head Start center, where I focus on early learning, kindergarten readiness, and supporting children’s social and emotional development. Previously, I worked as a Lead Infant Teacher in a 5-star Step Up To Quality center, providing nurturing, developmentally appropriate care and maintaining detailed developmental records. I am CPR certified and currently pursuing my graduate degree in Psychology at Cleveland State University. I am skilled in effective communication, time management, flexibility, and problem-solving. I take pride in creating a safe, engaging, and positive environment where children can grow, learn, and feel supported. Families describe me as patient, dependable, and attentive, and I value strong partnerships with parents to meet each child’s unique needs.

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Nizzel Shaker Heights
$9 per hour for 1 child

I am 19 and am currently a studying english as university. My current job requires me to be around a lot of different people serving and helping them, I am very patient and calm with all people. This is good when surrounded by younger people and kids. I am also friendly and kind. I have a bit of experience with looking after younger relatives. I can also tidy the house.

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Kristin Cleveland
$16 per hour for 1 child

Hi, I'm Kristin, and I have been working with children since early 2020. I am a teacher that loves working with kids, and strives to encourage them to be happy and healthy. I work hard to promote kindness, responsibility, and self-sufficiency. I am patient, warm, and engaging. I am also an academic wizard with an invested interest in any child's academic success. When I am with your child, I bring activities that take them away from screens. Save for dance parties; everyone should get a dance break at least once a day!

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Dashara Cleveland Heights
$15 per hour for 1 child

Name: Dashara Age: 19 About Me: Hi! My name is Dashara, and I’m a caring, dependable, and attentive babysitter with a strong background in providing safe, supportive care for children of all ages. Experience: I am a certified State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA), which means I am trained in essential care, safety, and emergency response. My experience as an STNA has strengthened my skills in patience, responsibility, and nurturing care — qualities I bring into every babysitting job. Alongside my medical training, I have been consistently babysitting for families for several years. I’ve cared for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children, helping with homework, preparing meals, managing bedtime routines, and creating fun, engaging activities to keep kids happy and comfortable. What I Offer: ✅ Safe, reliable, and attentive childcare ✅ First aid and basic medical knowledge ✅ Help with light housekeeping and meal prep ✅ Homework help and age-appropriate activities ✅ Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends Why Families Trust Me: I pride myself on being warm, responsible, and adaptable. Parents appreciate my calm and reassuring presence, and kids love my creative games, reading time, and willingness to get on their level.

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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 Gates Mills?

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

How much does an emergency babysitter cost in Gates Mills?

As of [Month/Year], babysitting rates in Gates Mills average $_ 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 Gates Mills on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a babysitter in Gates Mills for today or tonight?

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

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What do I do if my babysitter cancels in Gates Mills?

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