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10 available last-minute babysitters in Oakville, CA

Families in Oakville use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
Avg hourly rate: $28.25/hr

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Brenda
Booked by 1 repeat family
$26 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Oakville, CA

Hi, my name is Brenda! I am a student nurse and am certified in CPR for both children and adults. I’m currently available for occasional babysitting and pet sitting! I’ve grown up around children of all ages and have always enjoyed caring for them. Their safety is my top priority, and I’m always attentive to their needs and respectful of any instructions provided by parents or guardians. I have experience with: • Driving kids to and from school or activities • Swimming / Pool day • Helping with crafts, sports, and playtime • Preparing meals, snacks, and bedtime routines • Bottle-feeding toddlers • Assisting with homework • Running errands • Caring for pets I love spending time with kids and creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment for them. I’m flexible, responsible, and happy to accommodate each family’s unique needs. Feel free to reach out with any questions—I’d be happy to help!

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Prisila $30 per hour for 1 child

My name is Prisila! I graduated from saint marys college in 2014 and have a degree in sociology. I have been a nanny for many years and work with parents on childcare needs and would love to help out your family I currently work at community child care council of Sonoma county

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Michele
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Oakville, CA

My name is Michele, I'm 39 years old and I live in Napa. I am looking to babysit for date nights, up coming parties, special events, families that are traveling through or I can sometimes be available for one time care (sick days) or mother's helper. I have over 15 years of experience with children, ages 2 months to 5 years old. I love reading, dancing and singing songs with kids! Most importantly, I will teach your child skills at their level including motor & cognitive, "baby" sign language, reading and writing. I can prepare meals if needed, do some light housekeeping and get your child ready for bed time. I have a current TB clearance. I look forward to hearing from you!

“Michele was very sweet and helped us out with our infant so we could have a nice dinner out on our vacation. ”

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Chantil 7 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 families in Oakville, CA

Hi, I’m Chantil. I am a loving, compassionate, reliable and fun mom to three children. I've worked in education and as a caregiver for over 20 years and have experience with little ones of varying ages, including babies. I am comfortable caring for children with special needs and am trained to care for children with Type 1 Diabetes. I worked as a CNA, Home Health Aide and have worked in Waldorf Education and Special Education for many years. Looking forward to getting to know your family! * I have current and recent certification in Pediatric & Adult First Aid/CPR/AED and choking (OSHA approved blended online and in person, hands-on, skills course). I have previous experience and certification as a First Responder, though my certification is not current.

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Maria Del Pilar
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Oakville, CA

Experienced and responsible childcare provider with a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to ensuring their safety and well-being. Skilled in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment to promote child development. More than 35 of experience taking care of infants and toddlers. I provide age appropriate learning materials. My second language is Spanish and I also teach it. Comfortable in households management tasks like healthy meals preparation and light cleaning. I have Child development certifications. CPR Great references.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $28.25
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $33.37
  • Typical job length: 4.4 hours
  • Most requested times: Afternoon

As of October 2026

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186 sitters background checked in Oakville, CA

4.9 average star rating from total of 1,121 reviews in Oakville, 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 Oakville?

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

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Oakville is $28.25 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Oakville.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Oakville?

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