"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 Rio Nido, CA
Families in Rio Nido use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
Avg hourly rate: $28.16/hr
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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.
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.
Grace
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Rio Nido, CA
I am a 28 year-old kids ski instructor and have just completed my 3rd year of instructing. I am down in Sonoma County for my 6th wine harvest. I have been babysitting since I was about 16, and had been a long term nanny twice. I am happy to provide references if you would like to learn more about the high-quality, fun and engaging care I provide. In my free time, I love to spend time outside skiing, hiking, camping, or at the beach. I teach kids 3-12 daily, but have babysat an nannied infants through teens. I am excited to meet you and your family, and to be a positive role model in your children's lives! I also am a pet sitter part-time if you are ever interested in pet care as well.
“Grace is communicative, responsible and patient. ”
Ariana $28 per hour for 1 child
Hi! I’m a newly graduated registered nurse looking for a rewarding way to spend my time while I get a job! I love working with little ones and have done for for a long time! I love pets as well! I am BLS and PALS certified :)
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Rio Nido, CA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $28.16
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $32.54
- 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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