"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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33 available last-minute babysitters in Peoria, AZ
Families in Peoria use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
26 available today | Avg hourly rate: $20.55/hr
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Ely $19 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Peoria, AZ
Hello my name is Ely and I am a dental hygiene student at Phoenix College. I have worked with children in pediatric dentistry for a year which helped me grow my skills to become more responsible and patient. As my education and background specializes in healthcare, I am attentive to safety, precautions, and hygiene. I currently serve as a children's ministry teacher at my local church and I teach young kids from the age of 8-13! I work with kids regularly whether it is behavioral development, homework or clinical settings. I love working with kids and thrive to create a safe and positive environment. Personal experience with children includes babysitting for family and friends! Certifications: CPR certification, OSHA health and safety, Dental Coronal Polish, Dental Radiation health and safety. Household service: Cleaning, organizing, laundry, and personal cleaning supplies can be requested!
Tatiana $15 per hour for 1 child
I am a mother of a 14 month old and I consider myself to be helpful and I am open and available. I have cleaning experience and don't mind running errands.
Mia $20 per hour for 1 child
I am currently enrolled at Maricopa Community Colleges and pursuing a career in Nursing. I am employed at a hospital so I am BLS certified as well as up to date on all of my vaccinations. I have multiple years of experience working with children as I used to work at a Pediatrics clinic. I love working with children of all ages! I am also experienced in house sitting and taking care of animals as I have 2 cats of my own!
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Peoria, AZ?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $20.55
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $24.55
- Typical job length: 6.7 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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4.9 average star rating from total of 695 reviews in Peoria, AZ
"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
"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 Peoria?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Peoria?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Peoria is $20.55 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Peoria.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Peoria?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Peoria 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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