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168 available last-minute babysitters in Richmond, CA

Families in Richmond use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
140 available today | Avg hourly rate: $30.78/hr

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Julia 5 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in Richmond, CA

Hi! I’m Julia! I have over 6 years of childcare experience with children from newborns to pre-teens. I’m based in Berkeley and happy to travel throughout the Bay Area. Over the past year and a half, I’ve worked with around 15 families throughout the Bay Area, providing regular babysitting, date-night, weekend, and overnight care. I have experience with newborns, infants, toddlers, and school-age children, and I’m comfortable managing everything from feeding, diaper changes, naps, and bedtime routines to meals, school routines, outings, homework, and age-appropriate activities. I love keeping kids engaged with outdoor activities, parks, libraries, crafts, books, games, and playtime. I’m patient, caring, responsible, and reliable, and I always prioritize safety while respecting each family’s routines and parenting preferences. 👶 6+ years of childcare experience 🍼 Newborn to pre-teen experience 🩹 CPR & First Aid Certified 🚗 California driver’s license + reliable car 🌙 Date nights, weekends & overnight care 🎓 College graduate 🐶 Pet friendly & non-smoker 📍 Berkeley + available throughout the Bay Area 📞 Local references available upon request I’d love to learn more about your family and what you’re looking for. Feel free to reach out! 😊

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Narender
Booked by 6 repeat families
6 reviews
$33 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 families in Richmond, CA

Hi, I’m Narender — “Bella” to little ones. I have several years of experience caring for infants and young children, creating warm, engaging environments where they feel safe, supported, and excited to explore. My approach is responsive and developmentally intentional. Through play, conversation, books, outdoor time, and everyday routines, I support language, motor skills, confidence, curiosity, and growing independence in ways that fit each child’s age and stage. I naturally adapt my energy to each child—whether that means imaginative play, active exploration, or a calm, reassuring presence when extra comfort is needed. I follow each family’s routines and parenting preferences so children feel secure and parents feel confident. Families appreciate my dependable communication, thoughtful follow-through, and genuine engagement with their children. I’m especially well-suited for families seeking consistent daytime, early evening, or weekend support, and I enjoy building lasting relationships with families. Serving: San Francisco • Oakland • Berkeley Additional Notes • 3-hour minimum per booking (longer bookings preferred for evenings and weekends). • Child-focused care, including light tidying of children’s play areas and items used during care.

“Narender was so extremely attentive of my little one and immediately made him feel comfortable. He usually requires a little time to open up but I could tell he immediately felt safe with her. She was a rockstar to have watch our little one and I knew he was in great hands almost immediately.”

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Dominique
Booked by 5 repeat families
3 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in Richmond, CA

Hi! My name is Dominique, but I go by Doma. I've been around babies and children my whole life. I grew up with my mom running her own home day care and started babysitting at 15 years old for family friends. I'm the second oldest of six children with my two youngest siblings being 9 and 11 years old, so I’m comfortable with watching multiples, doing housework and managing the occasional (or day to day) chaos. I am flexible, empathetic, and overall just really value genuine connection with those I share space with. I’ve found it important for me to be able to really partner with parents and openly communicate about how I can best care for their child and how we can support each other in the process. I look forward to hopefully doing that with you!

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Ananda
Booked by 3 repeat families
4 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Richmond, CA

Hi, I'm Ananda. I have a lot of experience caring for and teaching children. I have 18 ECE units and experience in preschool, elementary school, summer camp, and art workshops. I really love working with young children. I'm patient, compassionate, and a very good listener. I love reading, doing art, playing at the park, doing puzzles, singing songs, and anything else that is fun for kids. I am currently an After School Art teacher at the elementary level. I am First Aid/ CPR certified and will mainly be looking for work during the school summer break this year and will be open to ongoing occasional work during the school year. I love spending time outdoors and the idea of taking a walk with a kid and a dog sounds like a perfect summer afternoon. I love animals and have some experience walking dogs. I have more experience with cats although I'm mildly allergic to them. Additionally, I have cared for an elderly person helping with errands, rides, and support after surgery or injury. I am very open to helping a senior person. I love art, music, nature, and good conversation. I am also a person with strong reuse, recycle and diy interests. I love to repair things, like jewelry and clothes, and even stuffies! I love to participate in our local fix it fests and repair cafes. I have been teaching kids to sew and do crafts for over 3 years now. I have experience running creative workshops, which have included making earrings, bracelets, tissue paper flowers, skewer sculptures, slime, play dough, hula hoops, and sugar skulls w/ royal icing for Day of the Dead. I also have experience teaching people to make sauerkraut and preserved lemons. Overall, being thorough with details and having clear communication is very important to me. I look forward to meeting possible families who like the sound of what I have to offer. Be well, and have a great day.

“Ananda was so great with my 6yr old son! It’s clear that she loves children and will definitely book again.”

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Seed
Booked by 23 repeat families
21 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 37 families in Richmond, CA

Hello! I am an youth mentor and artist in Columbus. I have supported youth in a variety of settings over the past ten years and am comfortable with infants through teenagers. I've taught art, cooking, gardening, science, math, social studies, language arts, and nature-based exploration for afterschool programs, summer camps, and as a school teacher. I am patient, caring, and compassionate with youth while also maintaining structures and routines. I work well with parents and caregivers to meet the needs of your specific family. I am organized, punctual, and clean, respectful, and a good communicator. Please feel free to send me booking requests or a direct message of inquiry. Thank you!

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $30.78
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.75
  • Typical job length: 4.7 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 28,737 reviews in Richmond, 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 Richmond?

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

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Richmond is $30.78 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Richmond.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check. You can also read reviews from Richmond families and see shared connections before you book. See what's included in the background check.

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Richmond?

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