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144 available last-minute babysitters in Cupertino, CA

Families in Cupertino use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
120 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.34/hr

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Anastasia
Booked by 36 repeat families
57 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 79 families in Cupertino, CA

Hi! I’m taking time off from studying behavioral and cognitive neuroscience at UCSD and looking for occasional work. I started volunteering at a daycare that my high school had and fell in love with it. I found kids energy, excitement for life, curiosity, and imagination to be contagious. I am a caring, compassionate, patient person which makes it easy for me to interact with kids. After babysitting for over 5 years and working with different families I have gained experience with kids of all ages. I have CPR training, am fully vaccinated and also had my booster shot.

“Great service, she took good care of both of our kids. Very professional and would highly recommend.”

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Camila
Booked by 2 repeat families
8 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 12 families in Cupertino, CA

Hello! I'm a 31 years old educator with a child development degree. I have 10+ years of experience from 3mo to 13yo kids. I'm bilingual (English and Brazilian Portuguese speaker), CPR and First Aid certified. I'd describe myself as patient, reliable, dedicated and hardworking. When it comes to working with children, I like to create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment. I'm happy to provide references.

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Mariana
Booked by 65 repeat families
83 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 127 families in Cupertino, CA

Hello! My name is Mariana and I am 28 years old. I live I San Jose and have been working as a nanny in the Bay Area for the past 3 years. I first came to California as a live in nanny through the au pair program from Colombia. I have since attended San Jose city college to study the English language, in which I am fluent, along with my native language Spanish. Before that I went to school to become a preschool teacher. I am CPR certified, attentive and very responsible. I take my job very seriously and am always on time. I like to keep the children happy and active, through games, reading, going for walks, playing, etc. I am willing to do light cooking and cleaning when needed. I love working with children and have experience working with all ages. I look forward to hearing from you!

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Yang
Booked by 33 repeat families
62 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 89 families in Cupertino, CA

Dear Parents, My name is Selena (Yang). I have over 8 years of childcare experience, with more than 8,000 hours working with infants as well as children of different ages up to teenagers. I am fluent in English and Mandarin. I volunteered for half a year in an orphanage in china in 2016, taking care of six disabled infants daily, and also worked as a preschool summer teacher. I once cared for a newborn boy with surgery from 9 days old until he was 5 months, which deepened my love for children and appreciation for life. I am CPR certified for infants and children, responsible, patient, and always on time. I believe babysitting is not only about care, but also about giving love and helping kids grow. I am also comfortable with pets (I’ve raised dogs for more than 10 years) and can assist with light housework if needed. I look forward to meeting you and your family. Thank you for your time.

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Courtney
Booked by 10 repeat families
18 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 26 families in Cupertino, CA

Hello, My name is Courtney and I am currently looking for occasional jobs only! I am a nursing assistant who is home for the summer. I work with ages 0-10. I love taking care of the kids and providing a nurturing and safe environment. I offer child care and pet services! I have grown up with my twin sister and oldest sister and have three dogs. In high school, I was captain of my soccer team and was awarded Most Inspiring and Senior of the Year. I love taking care of kids. I have been babysitting since I was 16 and have been using Urban Sitter for 5 years! I work with all ages. Some activities I love to do with kids include playing sports, doing arts and crafts, going on walks, and playing imaginary games. I will always encourage kids to use their imagination and creativity. I try to implement stimulating activities for kids such as memory games, asking them mental math problems, asking them to point to certain colors/numbers etc. I am a very active and adaptable person. Your kids safety and comfortability is my #1 priority. I am CPR and AED certified! As for pets, I have three dogs myself and would love to pet sit! I I am very experienced with taking care of pets. I can sit dogs and cats as well as other animals. At this time, I am only looking for occasional jobs due to my busy schedule with school. Please reach out if you have any questions. I look forward to hearing from you!

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $31.34
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.88
  • Typical job length: 5.0 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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4.9 average star rating from total of 6,381 reviews in Cupertino, CA

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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 Cupertino?

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

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Cupertino is $31.34 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Cupertino.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Cupertino?

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