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21 available last-minute babysitters in Mather, CA

Families in Mather use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
31 available today | Avg hourly rate: $22.93/hr

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Angel $20 per hour for 1 child

Hello, mother of two adult children and grandmother to a six year old. I am also a dog mom. I work 4 days a week at my regular job. Looking to pick up some side work. I have masters in social work, class of 1994 CSUS. I enjoy being in nature and on the water. I enjoy working with children and the elderly. I also enjoy and have experience working with the visually impaired.

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Ashley
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Mather, CA

Hello, I graduated from UC Santa Cruz in 2018, and recently received my masters. I am employed full time at a nonprofit organization, and looking for opportunities on the weekends and evenings. I have over 7 years of experience working with children 4-16yrs. My first experience was taking care of my younger cousins, and then professionally working at a school. I supported English-language learners achieve their reading goals. I also was an afterschool program facilitator working with kids 5-10, so I have tried every arts and craft project. I have classroom experience supporting Kindergartners with their dual immersion education & supporting them with their playground activities. I love education and enjoy supporting the development of young minds. I am bilingual and happy to assist with homework, household activities, and chores! I have always enjoyed babysitting and working with kids, which is why I have decided to join UrbanSitter.

“Ashley is very friendly, reliable, and considerate of our household rules and preferences. Gets along great with our kid. As an added bonus, her Spanish skills have really helped our child's Spanish learning.”

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Franchesca $19 per hour for 1 child

Hi every one my name is Franchesca, I am a sophomore in college. I grew up by the beach my whole life so I love anything revolving nature and outdoors. I am a very understanding individual when it comes to children, I love teaching my nieces new things such as cooking treats or painting. During the summer I often watch kids with my grandma as she has her own care taking company with age ranges from 2-8. I’m open to care taking for pets as well. If that’s taking them for walks feeding them growing I’m up for the challenge. As well as helping around the house as needed rather that be dishes or picking up laundry for the family I’m always open to discussing any and all help needed. I was in cheer all throughout highschool so I can understand life gets busy and if you need your child to be taken to school or sports related events I am available for taking them to that as well.

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Daejon $18 per hour for 1 child

Hi! We're a babysitting couple dedicated to providing a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for children. We offer more than just supervision—we create a structured, daycare-inspired experience right in your home. Our activities may include: 🎨 Arts and crafts 📚 Story and reading time 🧩 Educational games and learning activities 🎵 Music and movement 🧸 Free play and imaginative play 😴 Nap and quiet time routines 🍎 Snack and meal assistance 🌳 Outdoor play (with parent permission) We believe children learn best through play, creativity, and positive interaction. With two caregivers present, your child receives extra attention, engagement, and supervision throughout the day. Our goal is to help children feel comfortable, happy, and excited while giving parents peace of mind. We look forward to caring for your little ones and creating a fun, enriching experience for every child! Please send your child with any preferred snacks, drinks, meals, diapers, wipes, formula, or comfort items they may need during their stay. We may occasionally provide simple snacks and treats, but parents are responsible for supplying their child's primary food and drink items. This helps us accommodate allergies, dietary restrictions, and personal preferences while ensuring every child has what they need throughout the day. 📸 Parent Updates We love keeping parents involved throughout the day! With parent permission, we take photos and videos of activities, crafts, learning time, outdoor play, and special moments to send directly to parents. This allows you to see what your child is doing, celebrate their accomplishments, and stay connected while you're away. Your child's safety and privacy are important to us. Photos and videos are shared only with the child's parent or guardian unless additional permission is given. We're a babysitting team with 5+ years of childcare experience and previous daycare assistant experience. We provide a safe, fun, and structured environment for children with crafts, story time, learning activities, music, free play, outdoor time, and naps. We believe in strong communication and keep parents updated throughout the day with photos and activity updates (with permission). Parents should provide snacks, meals, drinks, diapers, wipes, and any personal items their child may need. Our goal is to give every child a fun, caring, daycare-style experience with personalized attention from two dedicated caregivers.

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Lorena $18 per hour for 1 child

Hi my name is Lorena, I have worked as house worker , taking care house in organization and cleaning inside and yard work and keeping in order routines. I have experience in babysitting grandchildren ages from 3 yrs- 7 years old. And 10yrs+ in elderly care- with services as housekeeping meals preparation companion dressing bathing some light errands, shopping etc. I enjoy taking care keeping up with my essentials work. And helping families create a peaceful atmosphere as I work doing my daily tasks.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $22.93
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $27.22
  • Typical job length: 4.2 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 481 reviews in Mather, 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 Mather?

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Mather?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Mather is $22.93 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Mather.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Mather?

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