"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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189 available today | Avg hourly rate: $26.62/hr
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Leah 1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
$25 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Leah! I am a UCLA graduate with a BA in Psychology and prospective social worker. As an aunt to 8 nieces and nephews, l am passionate about working with kids and nurturing their minds and spirits! I am comfortable with working with all ages, newborns to elementary school specifically. I'm mobile, skilled with cooking, and have history as a tutor (K-5), Special education aide, and day care assistant. I'm comfortable with pets and working late hours!
“Caring , humble, attentive beautiful young lady. Great with kids! Very active and hands on. Enthusiastic and fun.”
Claire $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi! I’ve been a nanny for many wonderful families for 8 years now. I have primarily worked with children under 5 but have experience with all ages. I’m extremely passionate about children learning through play and exploration with limited screen time. This can be anything from imagination games to more structured academic play. I have a degree in theater from the Liverpool Institute for performing arts where I learned a great appreciation for a nice walk doing wonders for the soul. I am currently with a family with two boys three days out of the week but hoping to fill in a few more hours. I am CPR certified with a clean driving record.
Bryanna $23 per hour for 1 child
Hey im Bryanna, im 23 years old. I have 5 years of experience in childcare and senior care. I am a registered EMT, BLS certified. I also have an AA in psychology. My childcare experience is with toddler age to school age children. I have been babysitting since i was 18 and have work in a preschool for 2 years. I am bilingual in English and Spanish.
Penelope $22 per hour for 1 child
Hi there! My name is Penelope and I’m a compassionate, patient, and reliable caregiver with a genuine love for helping others. I have experience caring for children, seniors, and pets, and I take pride in creating a safe, positive, and nurturing environment. I’m highly organized, attentive to detail, and always bring a calm, friendly energy to the families I work with. Whether it’s helping with homework, preparing meals, or providing companionship, I aim to make each day a little easier and brighter for those I care for.
Nora $60 per hour for 1 child
I have worked and volunteered with kids all my life. I just graduated dental school. I have babysat for many years. Leaving town July 26th but available anytime before then.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in La Crescenta, CA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $26.62
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $31.85
- Typical job length: 4.6 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 8,446 reviews in La Crescenta, 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 La Crescenta?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in La Crescenta is $26.62 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in La Crescenta.
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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