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70 available last-minute babysitters in Alamo, CA

Families in Alamo use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
96 available today | Avg hourly rate: $30.70/hr

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Shuhua
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Alamo, CA

Hi, my name is Sue. I am from China and have been living in walnut creek for about 2years.I love here becuse the people are passionate, supportive and caring in the community. I get AA degree in early child development in chabot college and get association montessori internatimale diploma in 2021. I work in Berkeley preschool already 6 years. working with young children is always a passion of mine. As a Mandarin and English speaker, I will also wuppoort in their language achievenment. I am looking forward to buliding responsive and partnarship raletionships with children, family and colleagues.

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Sunanda
Booked by 1 repeat family
$33 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Alamo, CA

I bring to the role a solid background in child development and many years of professional nanny + teaching experience. I am a trained NCS and a pediatric sleep coach. My availability varies for occasional or regular care, whether it is for your newborn, after school support, or sleep training your baby. I am reliable caregiver and responsible driver with car, CPR/ First Aid trained and vaccinated.

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Melissa 3 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Melissa Luna and I have been a career Nanny for 15 years. I am currently a Nanny for a share but my contract will be over mid October so I'm looking for new families that need my help. Being a Nanny genuinely brings me so much joy and laughter and I would not want to have any other career. I am also a mom to a 16 year old girl and understand the importance of providing gentle,loving, safe and nurturing care to others children. I care for them like I would care for my own. I pride myself on being nurturing, patient, engaging, intuitive about the needs of children, an excellent communicator, organized, safety-conscious, resourceful, transparent, and an enthusiastic reader. I do not mind light meal prep or light housework. I love taking care of babies and toddlers and love to watch them grow and learn. If you would like to see my resume or schedule a chat I would love to hear from you!

“Melissa was our son’s nanny for 4 years and is truly wonderful! She is loving, nurturing, and reliable. She is a clear & effective communicator no matter the topic. She brought patience and creativity as he developed and grew. She was also proactive about planning and taking him on adventures to parks, libraries, and other local spots. To this day, our son remembers her as “kind, helpful, and playful.” If we had the opportunity to hire her again, we would in a heartbeat!”

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Olivia
Booked by 1 repeat family
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Alamo, CA

Hello! My name is Olivia. I am 26 years old. I have 10 years experience with babysitting and nannying (the video on my profile is a few years old) for newborn babies-10 years old. Your child will be in a supervised, safe, and stable environment. I am responsible and reliable. I believe I could be a great fit for you, your children and your family. I am currently employed full time at a printing company in San Ramon but I would love to work as a full time nanny again. I am very flexible with my schedule, I can work more than 8hrs a day and sometimes on weekend too.

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Bruna
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Alamo, CA

I have professional experience caring for babies and young children, with 5+ years of childcare experience, including nannying and family support. I’m comfortable with daily routines, meals, play, naps, school drop-offs and pickups, and creating a safe, warm, and engaging environment for children. I also have experience helping families with light housekeeping and home organization, as well as pet care. I’m reliable, caring, organized, and attentive to the needs of both children and the household. Thank you, Bruna

“Very detail oriented and caring. Will definitely work together again.”

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Alamo, CA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $30.70
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.72
  • Typical job length: 4.8 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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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 Alamo?

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Alamo?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Alamo is $30.70 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Alamo.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Alamo?

Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Alamo 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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