"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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23 available last-minute babysitters in Fairfield, CA
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4 available today | Avg hourly rate: $28.62/hr
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Stephanie $34 per hour for 1 child
Hi parents! My name is Stephanie. I have over 10 years of experience under my belt as a nanny/babysitter. I have a deep love for children and strongly believe in gentle parenting where patience, empathy, and respectful communication guide every interaction. I believe every child deserves the freedom to be their authentic self. I strive to support children by encouraging creativity, individuality, and emotional expression. My overall goal is to create a safe and nurturing environment where children feel heard, confident, and are free to grow into their unique personalities. I am a mother of 2 boys - ages 2 and 12, so I am comfortable with any age! I am a huge lover of animals, arts and crafts, and sports!
Eileen $30 per hour for 1 child
A bit about me: I am a preschool teacher at Good Shepherd Lutheran School in Novato, and have been working there for 4 years now. I work daily with children ages 2-4. I am graduating this spring with an AS degree in Child and Family Studies from Napa Valley College, and I am CPR and First Aid certified. Prior to teaching, I also have several years of experience babysitting children ages 0-10, including babysitting for individual families, and providing childcare for large groups of children at events. I love working with children and am fascinated by the process of their development! Their little minds are absolutely intriguing. I love to play and experiment alongside them, and my approach to discipline and teaching is very much based in authoritative parenting style (aka gentle parenting) and play-based learning. If you have any questions, please ask! I know how important it is to leave your little ones with someone you can trust!
lynn $25 per hour for 1 child
I have been a teacher for over 25 years. I have done infant care. I have taught junior high and high school intervention programs and teen parenting classes . I am a preschool teacher for Oakland Unified .I really enjoy spending time with children. I am creative. I like to do art and craft projects. I like to go on outings swimming hiking, going to museums and parks.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Fairfield, CA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $28.62
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $34.32
- Typical job length: 5.0 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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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
"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 Fairfield?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Fairfield is $28.62 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Fairfield.
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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