"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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371 available last-minute babysitters in Emeryville, CA
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335 available today | Avg hourly rate: $30.90/hr
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Brett
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Emeryville, CA
Hi! I’m Brett :) I nannied while in college for 2 families with kids between the ages of 1-13. I am currently enrolled at USF working towards my masters in education and getting my teaching credentials to teach k-5. I have also done dog walking and pet sitting as a side gig! I grew up with pets and just recently got a puppy myself with my partner. I have tons of patience and am great with kids. I love dogs and being active!
“Brett was exceptional! Went above and beyond and an absolutely bright personality that was a pleasure to work with. ”
Kerry
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 14 repeat families
24 reviews$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 27 families in Emeryville, CA
Hi! My name is Kerry, and I have over 15 years of childcare experience. I’m an energetic & caring 30 year old San Francisco native & have worked in a variety of childcare roles with all ages including babysitter, nanny, and a Montessori assistant. I am currently an education major. I am passionate about kids & do my best to provide my undivided attention to ensure fun, safe, and stimulating interactions. Some of my favorite babysitting activities are playing outside, reading, art, and being silly with our imaginations. Please reach out for more information or to set up a meet! I look forward to hearing from you!
“I highly recommend Kerry. She was communicative before arriving, asked great questions, and my kids felt comfortable with her immediately. It gave me extra peace of mind knowing she has professional experience working with children at schools.”
Zazie
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 repeat families
3 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Emeryville, CA
My experience mainly comes from my family. I have been babysitting my little brother since I was 10 and he was 6. More recently, I have been babysitting my cousins, a 1-year-old, a 4-year-old, and a 9-year-old. I have also managed kids at various summer camps. Whenever I take care of my cousins, we always end up belting out show tunes on our made-up stage. On the quieter side, I also like to draw and do paper crafts, so I am more than happy to sit with kids and do crafts for hours. I’m looking for summer work before heading off to college, and I’d love to help make your family’s summer a little easier.
“Our daughter had a great time with Zazie!”
Guadalupe
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Emeryville, CA
Hi, My name is Guadalupe! I enjoy babysitting and have experience taking care of infants, toddlers, kids since I was 16 years old. My responsibilities have included getting kids ready for school, assisting with morning & night routines, reading books, crafting, baking and light house work. I have worked with 6-17 years old for the past 5 years through San Francisco local non-profits and after school programs. I have volunteered at various San Francisco Early Childhood Education Head-start programming for kids ages 3-5 years old for 4 years. I am a proud aunt to twin nieces ❤️ CPR trained and certified! I speak both Spanish and English and am able to practice these languages with your kid(s). A few strong traits that I hold are patience, active listening and energetic. I believe kids should have someone who is willing to understand their needs as well as guidance and have fun while being safe! Looking forward to assisting you in anyway possible. Thank you for your time!
“Wonderful with my kids. Always on time. Sings, plays, reads, and cleans up all while keeping up with our insane schedule to get out of the house every morning. Such a big help!!”
Kacper
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
3 reviews$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Emeryville, CA
~ Former AU PAIR ~ Hi families! I’m Kacper, 27, originally from Poland. I live in Noe Valley. I’m currently working on my Associate degree in Psychology before transferring to Bachelor in Cognitive Science. Experience: I’ve babysat in Poland, worked as an au pair for twin 4-year-old girls during my first year, and two boys (6 and 9 years old) on second year. I’m easygoing, reliable, and I create a safe and fun environment while also respecting your parenting style. I have a car and I’m okay with driving your kids. I’m happy to share more references from families I’ve worked with on the Bambino app. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions 🙂
“Punctual, friendly and great communication! Thank you Kacper! ”
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Emeryville, CA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $30.90
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.77
- Typical job length: 4.7 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 30,619 reviews in Emeryville, 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 much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Emeryville?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Emeryville is $30.90 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Emeryville.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Emeryville?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Emeryville 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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