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24 available last-minute babysitters in Foothill Ranch, CA

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24 available today | Avg hourly rate: $24.74/hr

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Shenith 2 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Foothill Ranch, CA

Lived in the same home in Orange County for the last 19years. I volunteered for the last 8 years at Lomarena Elementary School as a room mom and room helper. I took CPR for my pharmacy technician certification. I am not interested in pursuing in Pharmacy tech position. I have 2 daughters who are 17and 14 years old at home with my husband.

“Shenith was so awesome to come over last minute to babysit my two boys, she was so caring and made them feel so comfortable. I really appreciated the time she took after to tell me all the funny stories about their adventures. Look forward to having her come back ASAP!!! ”

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Emily 2 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child

Hello! Caring for children and babies is what I do best. As a natural empath and caregiver, I feel it's a skill that just kind of exists for me organically. I think children deserve to be seen and heard, and their feelings matter. I love to have fun and be silly, but am also very calm. I've had parents describe me as their child's "first friend" (let me grab a tissue), which I think is a lovely and fulfilling role to have.

“I chose “other” because my answer is “all of the above”! I’ve known Emily for many years and we’ve worked together, we’re friends, she’s helped me with my kids, all of it! She is amazing with kids and though we are not related, she will always be “Auntie” to my kids. She’s very gentle and kind, but knows when to tell kids no. She’s really patient and understanding with kids and the different emotions they go through. She is very neat and always on time and I would recommend her to any family who needed help with their child care needs!”

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Chandra $20 per hour for 1 child

Helped children successfully navigate their schedules through preparing meals, changing diapers, and transporting them to school, doctor’s appointments, and extracurricular activities. Engaged in household chores including cleaning floors, laundry, washing dishes, and tidying rooms, ensuring a neat & clean home. Provided emotional support through active listening and meaningful social engagement.

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Nicole
Booked by 1 repeat family
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Foothill Ranch, CA

Hi - My name is Nicole and I am offering child and pet care. I am a previous dance instructor of many years for children from ages ranging from 3 years old to high school aged children!

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Hailey $23 per hour for 1 child

I have over 6 years of childcare and 2 years of infant care experience. I have cared for children of various ages, which has helped me develop patience, reliability, strong communication skills, and a nurturing approach. I also have work experience with children of special needs and those on the spectrum. I am CPR and first aid certified, I am attentive, compassionate, and organized, with a natural ability to build trust and create a safe, positive environment. My experience includes supervising daily activities, homework help/tutoring, assisting with routines, meal preps, light household tasks relating to the child’s needs or any pet needs. I love animals and strongly believe that pets are a part of the family. In previous years I have helped with taking pets for walks, assisting with medical needs such as shots or giving medications with meals, as well as keeping them company while family members are traveling. I genuinely enjoy helping others and am eager to bring the same level of care, companionship, and dependability to any family that requires help.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.74
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $29.89
  • Typical job length: 5.3 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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309 sitters background checked in Foothill Ranch, CA

4.9 average star rating from total of 1,333 reviews in Foothill Ranch, 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 Foothill Ranch?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Foothill Ranch is $24.74 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Foothill Ranch.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Foothill Ranch?

Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Foothill Ranch can respond. In most cities, the average response time for urgent requests is under two minutes.

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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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