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26 available last-minute babysitters in Pala, CA

Families in Pala use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
5 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.79/hr

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Sabrina
Booked by 32 repeat families
63 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 92 families in Pala, CA

Hello I'm Sabrina! I'm 29 and been a nanny/babysitter for 9 years. I have experience with children newborn-12 years. I also have 3 years experience in the preschool environment with ages 2-4 year olds.

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Shelby
Booked by 18 repeat families
26 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 42 families in Pala, CA

Hello, My name is Shelby and my passion and purpose is supporting children of all ages and abilities. I am a mother, wife, Education Specialist, special education advocate, and former behavior specialist. I have previously taught general education 2nd- 5th grade, life skills, an extensive support needs class, and mild/moderate special education within the public school sector. As a former Behavior specialist of 6 years, I have experience working with children of different ages, abilities, and special needs. I currently hold 3 CA teaching credentials-a multi-subject credential (K-6) , a mild/ moderate special education credential, and an extensive support needs credential. A bit about me: I absolutely LOVE being a mother and watching my daughter grow 🌱.I enjoy cooking, traveling, teaching, advocating, and spending time with my family. Fun fact: I hold an MA in Special Education 🧩 As a caretaker and educator, I strive to create a safe, engaging, and positive experience for children by getting to know each child and their individual needs/ interests. I also enjoy providing engaging age-appropriate activities for children. Everything from sensory bins, balloon animals, watercolors, bubbles, and board games! My availability best suits families in need of childcare on the weekends, in the evening, occasional date nights, special education advocacy specializing in IEP’s, and play-based social opportunities for our little ones to socialize (29 months). Please feel free to set up an interview, check my availability, or inquire about specific dates for an upcoming event. Best, Shelby

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Violet
Booked by 2 repeat families
4 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Pala, CA

Hi! I'm the oldest of five kids in my family and absolutely love kids! I am currently in a master of occupational therapy program at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences and hope to become a pediatric OT. I have worked for the past year as a registered behavior technician in an ABA therapy clinic with kids with autism in both clinic and school settings. I am CPR and First-Aid certified. I have 7 years of paid babysitting experience with children ages newborn to 13 years old. I have helped in my church’s nursery and disabilities ministry for 3 years and have coached club volleyball for kids ages elementary through high school for the past 4 years. In addition to nannying, I’m happy to cook, run errands, help out with homework, and provide transportation to school or extracurricular activities. I love to make up fun games, do crafts, and play outside with the kids I nanny! My friends would describe me as happy, kind, organized, and compassionate! I’m confident in caring for children of all ages and would love to help your family out however you need!

“Amazing professionalism and punctuality! She immediately jumped into connecting with our son and he had some a great time with her. ”

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Kasey
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Pala, CA

Hello, my name is Kasey I am a 32 year school contractor, previously a full-time nanny for 2 toddler boys with special needs. I am looking for families who need date nights on weeknights or weekends. I can do care during school breaks as well. I have had experience with children, ages 0 to 20plus years, specializing in individuals with disabilities and special needs. I have taken a child development class and have assisted in creating an educational preschool curriculum. I am willing to cook meals, make bottles, change diapers and help with homework. I love fun activities and am not afraid to sing, dance, and be silly with the kids. I truly believe childcare and teaching are my callings which inspired me to pursue my degree. For my pet parents, I am also an animal lover and more than comfortable with families who own pets, in fact I have my own pet sitting business as well. I am CPR and first aid certified for infants, children, and adults plus pets.

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Sabrina $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi there! My name is Sabrina, I’m 19 years old, and I recently moved to San Diego from the Bay Area in March to later go to school. I currently intern at a law firm and work as a restaurant host, and I’m looking to explore new hobbies and opportunities in my free time I love creating a fun, positive, and comfortable environment where children can feel safe, happy, and free to be themselves. I’m happy to help with things like playing games, arts and crafts, preparing simple meals and snacks, bedtime routines, homework help, and keeping children entertained. I understand how important it is for parents to have someone they can trust, so I take being reliable, communicative, and punctual seriously. I also have reliable transportation, which allows me to get to and from jobs dependably and on time. My schedule can vary, but I keep my availability updated and am happy to discuss scheduling in advance. I’d love the opportunity to meet your family and help make your life a little easier!

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.79
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $27.63
  • Typical job length: 6.4 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 344 reviews in Pala, 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 Pala?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Pala is $23.79 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Pala.

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