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31 available last-minute babysitters in West Memphis, AR

Families in West Memphis use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
7 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.76/hr

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Mauricia
Booked by 3 repeat families
2 reviews
$18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in West Memphis, AR

Hi - My name is Mo and I'm a nanny & home organizer. I am mainly offering weekend household services at this time. I do occasionally accept child care requests. I have been watching infants, toddlers, and kids since I was 14 years old. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school, crafts, tutoring, etc. I also work as a household assistant and can cook, clean, and run errands. My daughter is well behaved and will sometimes accompany me when I babysit.

“She was reliable and great with kids. ”

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Ashton
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in West Memphis, AR

Ed policy consultant with several years of experience with both young children and family pets. I love sitting for families and getting to interact with kids as they're young and curious. In my spare time, I enjoy reading.

“Great Sitter. Easy to work with. ”

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Tamara
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in West Memphis, AR

Hi, I’m Ms. Tamara! I’m a caring, dependable, and patient person who enjoys helping children learn, grow, and feel supported. I bring a warm, positive attitude and treat every child with kindness, respect, and care. Families can feel confident knowing their children are in a safe and nurturing environment.

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Brianna $20 per hour for 1 child

Hello, my name is Brianna. I was born and raised in Mississippi. As a teenager, I babysat for the neighborhood families, I started babysitting around my hometown. I have experience with children ranging from 0-9 years old. I graduated from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College with an associate in early childhood education, graduated from Alcorn State University with a bachelor's in child development and Jackson State University with my masters in Elementary Education. Currently I am a second-grade teacher with MSCS. I have taught first grade and Prek as well as well.

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Leslie 2 reviews
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in West Memphis, AR

I have raised two children of my own 33 and 26 and presently working on an 10 yrs and 2,years old grandchildren, I’m a widower from an Navy Officer, I have a MA in Teaching and Education and BA in Religion and Philosophy and have babysitting the majority of my neighborhood’s children kids since high School, helping others is my passion wether it be children or adults.

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in West Memphis, AR?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.76
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $29.20
  • Typical job length: 5.7 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 432 reviews in West Memphis, AR

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"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."

Marie C., parent

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"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"

Jenny S., parent

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"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"

Jesse D., parent

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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in West Memphis?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near West Memphis who are available can respond to your request. Before choosing, you can view profiles, parent reviews, and shared connections.

How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in West Memphis?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in West Memphis is $23.76 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in West Memphis.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check. You can also read reviews from West Memphis families and see shared connections before you book. See what's included in the background check.

Can I find a same-day babysitter in West Memphis?

Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in West Memphis can respond. In most cities, the average response time for urgent requests is under two minutes.

Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?

Some parents offer a slightly higher rate for last-minute or same-day requests, but it is not required. On UrbanSitter, rates are set by individual babysitters. You can see each babysitter's hourly rate on their profile before you book.

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