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34 available last-minute babysitters in Lake Elsinore, CA

Families in Lake Elsinore use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
5 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.63/hr

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Michaela
Booked by 22 repeat families
33 reviews
$26 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 50 families in Lake Elsinore, CA

Hi! I have 16 years of childcare experience from nannying, babysitting, lifeguarding, teaching swim lessons, camp counseling, and interning at Rady Children’s hospital. For my entire collegiate career I had one main family and also worked for Chicago's #1 childcare agency, KGrace. I’ve also worked for childcare agencies in San Diego and Orange County. In August of 2023 I completed my medical doctorate in acupuncture and Chinese medicine. I have a passion for working with children and love to be around their energy! I am CPR, first aid, epipen certified; I am up-to-date on all vaccines. I have a spotless driving and criminal history record. I am California Trust Line certified; this is legally the background check needed in CA to watch children. I love yoga, hiking, painting, trying new restaurants, and traveling. I look forward to speaking with you!

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Elizabeth
Booked by 20 repeat families
28 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 43 families in Lake Elsinore, CA

I have over 30 years of experience as a caregiver to children, pets and the elderly. I have been responsible for multiples, pick-ups, drop-offs, meals, homework help, bathing, bedtime and overnight stays. I am an animal lover so I am more than happy to help with pet sitting and care as well. I also have experience working with special needs children. I was previously an Intensive Behavior Instructional Assistant for the Garden Grove Unified School District for over 8 years. I have my AA in Social & Behavioral Science, Child & Adolescent Development and Psychology. ***My per child amount is always negotiable.

“Elizabeth helped me with my new puppy and old cranky pup and was very reliable. She communicated well, was on time and my pups were very happy when I got home. I would definitely use her again.”

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Ka'imi
Booked by 4 repeat families
9 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 13 families in Lake Elsinore, CA

Hello! I'm a full-time college student studying Biology. On my time off, I like to read, bake, and binge a show. I come from a bigger family so I've always helped take care of people when I can. I enjoy helping others with academics since I've had roles as a mentor/tutor from middle through high school. I'm comfortable in the kitchen and cleaning up around the house.

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Michelle
Booked by 32 repeat families
47 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 96 families in Lake Elsinore, CA

I am a BCBA and currently work at a pediatric clinic, I am responsible, fun and passionate about my work with children! I have been working with children for 10 years and have babysat since I was 10 years old. I play piano and love sports and will totally be creative in the activities I do with your kids! I love doing developmental activities and I also don’t mind helping with some cleaning/ dinner etc., Look forward to working with your family!

“Professional, played with my child and dog friendly ”

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Hadie
Booked by 32 repeat families
31 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 59 families in Lake Elsinore, CA

Hello Urban Sitter families! My name is Hadie, I am a Registered Nurse who took a step back from my full-time bedside nursing career to be with my family and work as a Per diem Nurse. I joined Urban Sitter back in 2015, where I worked with several families and became a nanny to one family for 8 years. I am offering child care, pet care, and senior care services. I enjoy being a babysitter/caregiver and have cared for individuals of all ages, newborn to 100 years old, and all ages in between. I cook, clean, organize, drive, and do anything asked to the best of my ability. I love working with children and creating all kinds of indoor and outdoor activities, movie watching, singing and dancing, baking, sports, and even arts and crafts. I cannot wait to see what opportunities I get and the families I will meet. Thank you for your time! I'm currently not taking full-time jobs; however, I am interested in a part-time job if it is the right fit for both of us and scheduling. I would mostly love to help with date nights/occasional babysitting.

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Lake Elsinore, CA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.63
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $27.90
  • Typical job length: 4.9 hours
  • Most requested times: Afternoon

As of October 2026

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149 sitters background checked in Lake Elsinore, CA

5.0 average star rating from total of 438 reviews in Lake Elsinore, 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 do I find a last-minute babysitter in Lake Elsinore?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near Lake Elsinore who are available can respond to your request. Before choosing, you can view profiles, parent reviews, and shared connections.

How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Lake Elsinore?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Lake Elsinore is $23.63 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Lake Elsinore.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check. You can also read reviews from Lake Elsinore families and see shared connections before you book. See what's included in the background check.

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Lake Elsinore?

Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Lake Elsinore 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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