"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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30 available last-minute babysitters in Occidental, CA
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6 available today | Avg hourly rate: $28.40/hr
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Marleen $30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Occidental, CA
Hi I am looking for a part-time weekend job or weekday evening jobs! I have experience with infants and toddlers for over 4 years now but I have been babysitting since the age of 12 ! I speak English and Spanish and love to do fun activities out doors. I also am a full qualified infants and toddler teacher, cpr trained, fully vaccinated and I have my own transportation. Specifically have worked in Montessori settings. My goal is to create a safe and neutering environment for kiddos and their families! I’m most known for my outgoing and caring personality and cannot wait to share so much love and care!
Dariana $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi- My name is Dariana and I am currently a Teacher Assistant at a behavioral school! I am offering childcare, pet, and household services. I have always loved working with infants, toddlers, and kids since i was 13 years old! My responsibilities have included transportation, meal prepping, crafts, tutoring. I also do household duties such as cleaning, running errands, cooking. I am fluent in english/spanish. I also have experience working with pets as well! I love cats as I have 2 of my own but am comfortable working with dogs as well! I am CPR/FIRST AID CERTIFIED as well CPI CERTIFIED.
Mikaylah $21 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Mikaylah, I am currently a college student majoring in liberal studies striving to be an elementary teacher one day. I have about 4 years experience working with school aged children. I taught swim lessons to young kids ages 2-16. I have 2 years worth of instructional aide experience at a few different elementary schools. I also have lots of babysitting experience working with children ages 1-10. I love working with kids because they bring so much joy to the environment, I am more than happy to watch your kids on a date night for parents or just any occasion you have planned/need to get out of the house! I am very much an animal person, I love cats, dogs, turtles, most likely any kind of animal I love! I would more than happy to just be an occasional babysitter or something a little more serious if needed. I am just looking for some extra experience in childcare while I continue my education and I would love to look after with your kiddos :)
Lisa $18 per hour for 1 child
Hi there - I'm Lisa! I have over 5 years of babysitting experience. I've worked with families in the Chicago area and I also used to work at a daycare in Beverly Hills. I’m extremely empathetic, playful, alert, and responsible. Most of my experiences are with children ages 2-13. I graduated from ISU with a BA in Theatre and I am also an SLP at a pediatric clinic. I’m happy to assist with cooking, homework, laundry, and other tasks. I truly love playing and being silly! Some personal hobbies include yoga, cycling, and writing. I love babysitting because of the joy it brings me - kids have the greatest perspective on just about everything. I am available for weekends. I hope to meet you and your family soon!
Alexa $23 per hour for 1 child
Hello! My name is Alexa, I am 20 years old and have spent many years taking care of family members children as well as my own sister while she was young. I have 4 years of teaching children how to swim under my belt and how to handle kids when they are dealing with more difficult emotions and was trained as a lifeguard to keep children safe. I work 8:30am-5pm Monday to Friday on weekdays however am free on weekends and after work! I spend most of my free time at the gym, baking, cooking, or sewing as I have my own machine and depending on what my weekends look like I take time to go out with my sister. I know how to do cpr on infants, toddlers, children, and adults should anything ever happen. If you have any questions please reach out and let me know.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Occidental, CA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $28.40
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $33.04
- Typical job length: 5.0 hours
- Most requested times: Afternoon
As of October 2026
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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
"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 Occidental?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Occidental is $28.40 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Occidental.
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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