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31 available last-minute babysitters in El Cajon, CA

Families in El Cajon use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
52 available today | Avg hourly rate: $24.71/hr

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Brianna $23 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I’m Brianna — a recent nursing graduate with almost 10 years of experience caring for kids. I absolutely love working with children of all ages, from infants to teens. I enjoy helping with homework, crafts, and fun activities that keep them engaged and happy. I also work part-time as a caregiver for seniors, providing support, companionship, and a caring presence. I’m CPR and First Aid certified, reliable, and love helping families however I can — whether that’s with light cleaning, cooking, errands, or pet care.

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Lara $20 per hour for 1 child

I have experience working with children through volunteering and tennis camps, where I helped teach skills, supervise activities, and support a safe, fun environment. I’ve also volunteered with a non-profit organization supporting children through engagement and care. I have experience with pets through volunteering at animal shelters and from owning a dog. I enjoy caregiving because I like creating a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment for children and pets. I’m dependable, patient, and calm under pressure. In my free time, I enjoy staying active, especially through sports like tennis.

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Alyssa
Booked by 9 repeat families
24 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 33 families in El Cajon, CA

Hi families! 😊 My name is Alyssa, and I’m a 27-year-old kindergarten teacher who recently moved to San Diego. I’ve been babysitting for about 9 years while living in San Francisco, and I’m excited to start building meaningful, trusting connections with families here in SD. I’m a fun, energetic, and caring sitter with experience caring for children of all ages—from newborns to teens. I genuinely love spending time with kids through reading stories, playing games, doing crafts, and creating engaging activities that feel both fun and safe. I’m currently teaching kindergarten, so I’m available for weeknight and weekend babysitting. I have a reliable car and clean driving record if transportation is needed, and I’m CPR certified for both infants and adults. If you’re looking for a warm, dependable sitter who truly enjoys working with children, I’d love to connect. Feel free to message me with any questions—thank you! 💛

“She came in with the perfect energy for my 4 year old twins, engaging, playful, they had such an amazing night hanging with her. ”

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Jeannie
Booked by 13 repeat families
28 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 37 families in El Cajon, CA

Hello Parents and Guardians! I’m Jeannie. With over five years of experience in childcare, including roles at Crunch Fitness Kids Club and Jovie Childcare and UrbanSitter, I’ve had the pleasure of working with children aged 6 months to 14 years. I’m energetic, enthusiastic, and truly passionate about caring for kids. My goal is to create a fun and safe environment where your little ones can thrive. I am CPR/AED certified. I look forward to the opportunity to work with your family and help support your childcare needs!

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Candie
Booked by 103 repeat families
112 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 197 families in El Cajon, CA

***I have both COVID shots and am fully vaccinated. am extremely COVID conscious, and take the safety of all my clients seriously. I will wear a mask around your family, and as that you do the same around me.**** My name is Candie and I have over 20 years of childcare experience. Currently I am a full-time professional nanny for 3 school-age kids, but have experience with all age-groups. I started out watching my siblings, moved onto the church nursery, and the church pre/afterschool center. I have been a live-in nanny and worked with several families as a full-time nanny. I have a bachelors degree and 2 master degrees. Being a professional nanny is my chosen profession and career. I am currently own a consulting agency for all things baby. I am a newborn care specialist, Certified Passenger Safety Technician (CPST), trained postpartum doula, and babywearing educator. I am an active member of the San Diego Nanny Connection, and many national nanny groups as well. I absolutely love taking care of kids and seeing their bright and shining smiles. With infants I am experienced in cloth diapering, breast milk management, vegan/vegetarian diets, sleep training, baby wearing ), feeding, and infant sign-language. For older children, I am experienced in, several discipline methods, planning developmentally appropriate activities, such as letters, numbers, colors, shapes, language development, and pre-reading, and potty training. I am CPR/first-aid certified, have a clean-driving record, and background check, 5 star reviews, and professional references. I can also take care of pets, including feeding, walking, and giving medications. Currently I am available for evening and weekend babysitting. I look forward to meeting some amazing families in the area! *Sitter Policy* - I would prefer a 3 hour minimum - I base my budget on my hours booked, therefore cancellations impact my budget. Cancellations 48 hours in advance will have a 1/2 of the amount of hours booked fee. Cancellations less than 24 hours in advance will owe the entire amount for hours booked. Special circumstances and emergencies of course will be taken into consideration.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.71
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $29.31
  • Typical job length: 4.5 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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308 sitters background checked in El Cajon, CA

5.0 average star rating from total of 2,050 reviews in El Cajon, 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 much does a last-minute babysitter cost in El Cajon?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in El Cajon is $24.71 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in El Cajon.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in El Cajon?

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