"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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322 available today | Avg hourly rate: $30.96/hr
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Sophia $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi! I love caring of kids, and have a knack for keeping them entertained. As a teen I took care of my younger brother, so I’m familiar with taking responsibility for kids of all ages. Although I work full time, I am able to support you and your family in the evenings and over the weekend as needed. I can also play piano with and speak Russian with your children if that’d be of interest.
Dayana $22 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Dayana and I’m an experienced babysitter. I’ve worked with children of all ages, including newborns. I’m friendly, responsible, and love doing fun and educational activities with kids. I speak both English and Spanish, and I’m a strong driver. Available evenings and weekends. I’d love to support your family! Español: ¡Hola! Mi nombre es Dayana y soy una niñera con experiencia. He trabajado con niños de todas las edades, incluyendo recién nacidos. Soy alegre, responsable y me encanta hacer actividades divertidas y educativas con los niños. Hablo inglés y español, y tengo buenas habilidades de manejo. Disponible por las tardes y fines de semana. ¡Me encantaría apoyar a tu familia!
Paloma $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi, I'm Paloma and I love working with/spending time with kids. I have my CPR certification and around 4 years of experience babysitting. During the summer I am a kids camp counselor in Orinda and during the year I babysit for different families. I am friendly, patient, and caring. I can babysit for up to 3 kids at a time. I can make simple meals and help out around the house if necessary. I am happy to work with families who have dogs and cats. I graduated high school last year and am currently taking a gap year so I have lots of extra free time to babysit.
Aileen $25 per hour for 1 child
Hello - My name is Aileen and I’m currently studying general education. I am offering childcare, basic needs for animals and household services. I love babysitting, I have watched a range of ages from newborns, infants, toddlers to older children & I am also a mother. I am very responsible & reliable, I can cook, do any household tasks that will need to be done. Look forward to meeting you soon!
Jupleen $24 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Jupleen and I'm a recent grad from Georgetown where I studied International Affairs. I have previous experience babysitting mostly elementary school age kids and older. I have also been an overnight camp counselor for a few summers where I was in charge of kids aged 7-12. I love being active and doing creative activities with kids. I sometimes bring my Nintendo switch and kids love to play Just Dance! Depending on the age, I also love to bake with kids, and I am also open to help with tutoring, homework, or cooking. I played cello and tennis up until high school if that is of interest as well!
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Alameda, CA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $30.96
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.79
- Typical job length: 4.7 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 30,449 reviews in Alameda, CA
"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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Why Alameda families choose UrbanSitter for last-minute child care
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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Alameda?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Alameda?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Alameda is $30.96 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Alameda.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Alameda?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Alameda 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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