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88 available last-minute babysitters in Pacific Palisades, CA

Families in Pacific Palisades use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
75 available today | Avg hourly rate: $27.04/hr

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Azalia $25 per hour for 1 child

My name is Azalia and I am currently in my last semester of school. I am offering babysitting and dog-sitting services. I believe that I am great with kids and I enjoy creating a fun space for them. I have experience caring for toddlers between the ages of 3 and 6 years old and limited experience with caring for infants. I eventually want to become a child therapist after graduating from college, so having more experience with children would be amazing for me. I like to create fun activities for kids like creating art, playing games, just activities that would keep them busy! I have a BLS certification as well. I am very patient with kids, so I think my personality is perfect for babysitting!

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Nicole $20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Pacific Palisades, CA

Hi folks my name is Nicole. Currently studying to become a nurse taking my prerequisites attending SMC. I’m eager to meet you and your littles. I’ve loved taking care of children as long as I can remember, I’ve had 6 years of experience care taking.

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Juliette $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Juliette, and I’m a Psychology major at Boston College. I am originally from California. I’ve always loved working with children. I grew up babysitting for my neighbors. In high school, I ran an afterschool art program for 1st–4th graders, helping students express themselves and build confidence through creativity was a truly rewarding experience. I’m patient, dependable, and active, and I enjoy engaging kids through play, crafts, and reading. My goal is to create a fun, safe, and positive environment where children can thrive. I also love to cook and bake, am happy to help with homework and household tasks, and I’m comfortable caring for pets as well.

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Isabella $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I'm Isabella. I have extensive experience working with children of different ages, including working as a preschool teacher. I studied Early Childhood Development at Santa Monica College and have additional training in Child Development and care. I'm responsible, attentive, and respectful with children. I believe each child has their own personality, needs, and way of communicating, and I pay attention to that when caring for them. In my free time I enjoy reading, spending time in nature, baking, meditating, and being around the people I love. I'm fluent in English and Portuguese and highly proficient in Spanish.

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Evita $30 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Evita, and I'm a graduate student at USC pursuing my Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy after earning my degree in Psychology. I offer babysitting, tutoring, homework help, and light household assistance, and I'm passionate about creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment for children. I have experience working with children ages 3–5 through a community program where I helped build social-emotional skills, school readiness, healthy routines, and positive learning experiences. In addition to childcare, I enjoy helping with homework, reading, arts and crafts, educational activities, meal preparation, and keeping children engaged in creative play. As a psychology student and former teacher assistent I'm patient, dependable, and comfortable helping children learn while making sure they feel encouraged and cared for. Families can count on me to be responsible, attentive, and communicative. My goal is to provide dependable care that gives parents peace of mind while making sure every child feels safe, happy, and supported.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $27.04
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $31.92
  • Typical job length: 4.5 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 7,350 reviews in Pacific Palisades, 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 Pacific Palisades?

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Pacific Palisades?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Pacific Palisades is $27.04 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Pacific Palisades.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Pacific Palisades?

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