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24 available last-minute babysitters in Lodi, CA

Families in Lodi use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
7 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.98/hr

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Kathy
Booked by 10 repeat families
3 reviews
$50 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 16 families in Lodi, CA

I'm a retired grand mother who's warm, loving, and nurturing. I have five grandchildren, ages ranging from 28 to 5, whom have blessed me with an unlimited amount of experience.

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Liliya $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi, thanks for checking out my profile! I have 8+ years of nanny experience caring for little ones from newborns to early elementary age. Over the years, I've worked with multiple families long-term and some short term and have also been a traveling nanny so I've picked up plenty of tips and tricks to make life easier for both parents and kids. These days, I focus on occasional care think daytime fill-ins when your sitter calls in sick or daycare is closed, date nights, overnights, and even travel care. Really when you need an extra set of hands. Families appreciate not only the care I give to their children but also the peace of mind that comes from knowing their home and routines are in good hands too. I have a flexible schedule but like to plan ahead whenever possible. If you're looking for a reliable, experienced nanny you can count on for those in-between moments, I'd love to chat! Also I’m new to Urban Sitter but have reviews on care.com.

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Emma
Booked by 17 repeat families
23 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 23 families in Lodi, CA

Hello! I am currently a special education extensive needs Para Educator in a middle school SPED classroom with the Sacramento County of Education (SCOE). I have 5 years experience as a lead preschool teacher. I worked as a French immersion preschool teacher at the International School of San Francisco, where I work with kids between 4-5 years old. This is a Prek-12th French immersion IB school. I have experience as a French immersion preschool teacher at Au Beau Séjour French Preschool in Oakland, working with ages 3-4. I have experience as a Preschool Teacher at Acorn to Oak in Sacramento, working with ages 3-5. This school followed Montessori, Reggio Emilia and Waldorf philosophies. I have nanny / babysitting experience with ages 6mo - 10 (I have experience babysitting 1 - 4 child families). I grew up with younger twin siblings that I loved helping taking care of. I am CPR and First Aid Certified and have 43.5 Early Childhood Education Units with a certificate in Early Childhood Education. I have a Bachelor of Fine Art and am passionate about art and creativity, which I find very valuable when working with kids. I love nature (I have chickens, a turkey and rabbits at home). I speak French and Spanish (I have experience teaching in French). I have a good driving record. In my teaching/caring, I am passionate about kindness, creativity and learning through play.

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Ava
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Lodi, CA

Hi, I'm Ava! I was born and raised in the Bay Area, then moved to the East Coast with the family I was nannying for at the time. I just moved to Modesto and am looking to meet new families! I've always loved working with kids- I started babysitting when I was 12 and then at my local YMCA when I was 15. I worked summer camp, after school, and child watch programs- with children ranging from 6 months to 11 years in age. When I was 17, I started nannying. My typical duties included driving the kids to after school activities, taking them to the park, meal prep, light housework, and general care. I am very comfortable doing basic chores around the house (e. g. dishwashing, laundry, driving the kids places, and other activities) and I have my own car. While on the East Coast I babysat for multiple families and made awesome connections, I'm really excited to do that here in Modesto! :) My current availability is evenings and weekends. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

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Gianna $23 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Gianna, and I’m a student at Sac City College offering childcare and household help. I enjoy watching kids and creating a fun, safe, and positive environment for them. I’m patient, responsible, and always attentive to children’s needs. I also love dogs and am happy to work with families who have pets. I’d love the opportunity to support your family!

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.98
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $32.04
  • Typical job length: 3.6 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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49 sitters background checked in Lodi, CA

4.9 average star rating from total of 104 reviews in Lodi, 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 Lodi?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Lodi is $23.98 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Lodi.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Lodi?

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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?

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