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39 available last-minute babysitters in East Irvine, CA

Families in East Irvine use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
44 available today | Avg hourly rate: $24.77/hr

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Candice $18 per hour for 1 child

I am a mom and empty nester now (daughter in university), and grew up in a big Filipino family, watching siblings and kids my whole life. I have a full time management job at a local firm, I am just offering help here to give back, because it was challenging for me to find good sitters when my daughter was young. I have a clean background check. Open to any questions 😊 I am a Disney Magic Key holder if of interest as well.

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Fernanda $25 per hour for 1 child

15 years of nursing. Worked in home health with both pediatric and elderly patients. I am very friendly and love taking care of children/adults who need me. I take pride in doing my best with each case and each challenge. I am also an animal lover, and pet owner. I have a cat and a dog. They are both very mellow and friendly. I am honest and reliable and I am looking for a good family who may need my help.

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Paola $22 per hour for 1 child

I am a credentialed public school teacher in south Orange County. More specifically, I’ve been a dual-language immersion (English and Spanish) teacher focused on working with K-2 students. I enjoy interacting with children and figured nannying could be a great way to expand my child-care skills working with families that could need me for a couple hours.

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Michaela
Booked by 22 repeat families
33 reviews
$26 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 50 families in East Irvine, CA

Hi! I have 16 years of childcare experience from nannying, babysitting, lifeguarding, teaching swim lessons, camp counseling, and interning at Rady Children’s hospital. For my entire collegiate career I had one main family and also worked for Chicago's #1 childcare agency, KGrace. I’ve also worked for childcare agencies in San Diego and Orange County. In August of 2023 I completed my medical doctorate in acupuncture and Chinese medicine. I have a passion for working with children and love to be around their energy! I am CPR, first aid, epipen certified; I am up-to-date on all vaccines. I have a spotless driving and criminal history record. I am California Trust Line certified; this is legally the background check needed in CA to watch children. I love yoga, hiking, painting, trying new restaurants, and traveling. I look forward to speaking with you!

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Lindsey
Booked by 34 repeat families
54 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 68 families in East Irvine, CA

Hello ! ! ! Graduated from the University of Alabama in 2019. I work for a real estate tech start up during the week. I have always enjoyed babysitting and love picking up a babysitting gig here and there. It has always been a fun thing for me and a great way to meet families! I began my babysitting career in middle school and since then I have worked as a mothers help, date night sitter, summer break nanny, and weekend overnight sitter. For 3 years of high school I worked at a local yoga studio in childcare, and spent three summers as a camp counselor. I have a wide range of experience with all ages throughout the past 12+ years of working for a wide range of families!

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.77
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.02
  • Typical job length: 5.3 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 1,459 reviews in East Irvine, 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 East Irvine?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near East Irvine who are available can respond to your request. Before choosing, you can view profiles, parent reviews, and shared connections.

How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in East Irvine?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in East Irvine is $24.77 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in East Irvine.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

Can I find a same-day babysitter in East Irvine?

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