"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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77 available last-minute babysitters in Gardena, CA
Families in Gardena use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
97 available today | Avg hourly rate: $26.69/hr
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Victoria $22 per hour for 1 child
My background- I am a mother to two kids. I’ve taken care of 5 kids at one time. When it comes to kids, I am always looking for ways to enhance their learning. I enjoy reading books to the kids, creating new ideas. I cook with love and very much into making the right meals, with cleanings. I am a kind person who enjoys cooking, cleaning with conversation
Katherine $22 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My personal background is a paralegal but before I became a paralegal I was a TK - 5th grade afterschool teacher for 3 years. If you have pets, I can assist too, I have a dog and a serval cats!
Christine $28 per hour for 1 child
Hello! My name is Christine and I am 25 years old. I am a registered nurse and I occasionally babysit. I have six years of experience providing childcare for families with children ranging from 6 months to 15 years old. I’m known for being patient, calm, creative, and approachable. I truly enjoy engaging with kids through outdoor activities, board games, puzzles, and educational play. I’m also happy to assist with homework and light meal preparation. In addition to being CPR certified, I’m fluent in both English and Spanish. I’d love the opportunity to support your family! Feel free to message me on here. Hope to hear from you! Have a great day!
Michelle 1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
$25 per hour for 1 child
I have a lot of valuable experience, both with raising 3 children, teaching preschool, babysitting, and helping my 104 year old grandma with technology!
“Michelle (or Mimi as my toddler calls her) is the best. She’s been watching my very active son once a week for over a year, and I cannot emphasize how helpful she is. She’s patient, she focuses all of her attention on him and she makes playing fun. My son is absolutely exhausted after Michelle’s visits. He wakes up some mornings asking to “play date with Mimi” or will sing songs that she has taught him. Now that I have an infant too, she watches both boys with ease. Caretaking is her speciality. She’s very gentle and kind. Michelle is punctual, respectful and dependable. Whenever she comes over, I know I don’t have to worry about anything, she’s got in under control. I can go to work or run errands without hesitation.”
Erika $24 per hour for 1 child
Hello, My name is Erika. I am a mother of three and an educator. I am a former Preschool teacher with 20+ years experience. I have worked with children as young as one, up to school age children. As an educator I believe young children learn positive behavior by watching and interacting with their caregivers every day. When caregivers model kindness, patience, and respect ,children begin to understand how to manage emotions, build healthy relationships, and make good choices.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Gardena, CA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $26.69
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $31.98
- 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 8,088 reviews in Gardena, 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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Why Gardena families choose UrbanSitter for last-minute child care
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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Gardena?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Gardena?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Gardena is $26.69 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Gardena.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Gardena?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Gardena 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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