"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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48 available last-minute babysitters in Castaic, CA
Families in Castaic use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
4 available today | Avg hourly rate: $26.13/hr
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Amire
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 repeat families
4 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 families in Castaic, CA
My name is Amire and I’m 20 and enjoy baby sitting. I have been doing for quite a while and also do tutoring for kids. Feel free to ask me any questions :)
“She was great with my daughter and also helped her practice with volleyball! She was on time and a joy to have. ”
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Angelica
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 repeat families
4 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in Castaic, CA
My name is Angie, and I’m a 24-year-old with over 7 years of babysitting experience. I currently work at a private Christian school in the valley, where I’ve had the privilege of caring for and teaching children of all ages. I absolutely love being a helping hand to parents, especially when it comes to giving them a chance for a much-needed date night! I understand how important it is to have those moments to reconnect. I’m also recently married and excited to start working with new families. I look forward to providing safe, fun, and caring support for your little ones while you enjoy some time for yourself!
“My family is so glad we found Angelica! She is dependable and punctual. Her energy is positive and fun, and she is patient, sweet and overall great with kids.”
Zulma
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
3 reviews$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Castaic, CA
I have worked in a school setting for 9 years now working as a teacher assistant, a behavior therapist one on one for children with Autism, and providing services in home settings in addition to school settings. I also babysat for over a year full time while going to university. I graduated with my bachelors in psychology and my masters in counseling/clinical counseling. At this time, I am currently a high school counselor working full-time and have some time during the week in the evenings or on some weekends to babysit. I prefer picking up shifts occasionally. I am organized, responsible, trustworthy, punctual, empathetic, loving, friendly, and extremely playful. My empathetic nature has always benefited me when working with kids because they always gravitate towards me. I’m the oldest cousin in the family, so I was always in charge of taking care of my cousins when they were little. I’m a great caregiver because I like to ensure that everyone is safe.
“Zulma was fantastic! She was punctual, attentive, and followed all instructions perfectly. She was amazing with our 4-month-old son and even engaged wonderfully with our 5-year-old daughter, who she wasn’t there to watch. Highly recommend her!”
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Melanie 1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Castaic, CA
Hi! I’m a reliable, caring, and responsible babysitter with experience caring for children of all ages. I’m patient, creative, and love engaging kids through learning games, art, and outdoor play. Safety and communication are always my top priorities. I can also help with light housekeeping, pet care, or homework support. Families describe me as dependable, nurturing, and someone their kids feel comfortable with right away. I look forward to helping your family feel at ease knowing your little ones are in good hands!
“Very attentive and professional. Great sitter, especially for children with special needs. Would definitely book again! ”
Tashionna 1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
$30 per hour for 1 child
Hi there, my name is Tashi, I’ve been working with children and seniors for about a decade. I’m a total people’s person so I absolutely love what I do. I know that it is imperative to help the children are seniors that I’m working with to challenge themselves every day. I can help with a variety of things, cooking, cleaning and errands.
“We've met a number of different childcare providers, but no one like Tashionna. Our kids LOVE her! She is so good with them, our youngest always asks "when is Tashionna coming back?!" As parents, we appreciate that she is always reliable and professional. She also helps us out when we need a little extra flexibility. Every parent knows the value of that! Tashionna is bilingual and has been teaching our kids some Spanish. That was something we hadn't thought about, but the educational value of it was a nice surprise. Our oldest is in high school now and he really excels in his foreign language class, I know she was a big influence. She's a fantastic care-giver, we highly recommend her. - Claire”
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Castaic, CA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $26.13
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.10
- Typical job length: 5.3 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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4.9 average star rating from total of 1,069 reviews in Castaic, 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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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Castaic?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Castaic?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Castaic is $26.13 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Castaic.
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Castaic?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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