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33 available last-minute babysitters in Sacramento, CA

Families in Sacramento use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
40 available today | Avg hourly rate: $22.65/hr

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Abbey
Booked by 110 repeat families
160 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 201 families in Sacramento, CA

*calendar is only updated through the end of November 2026* Hello! I'm Abbey, a passionate and experienced babysitter with over 13 years of experience caring for children from newborns to 13-year-olds. I hold a Master’s degree in Public Health, which enhances my understanding of child development and safety. Additionally, I am certified in CPR BLS, equipping me to handle various situations with expertise and care. Having relocated from the East Coast, I’m excited to bring my skills and warm, nurturing approach to your family. Whether it's supporting a newborn’s needs, engaging toddlers in educational activities, or keeping older kids entertained and safe, I am dedicated to providing a positive and secure environment. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to discuss your babysitting needs. I’m looking forward to meeting your family! I have my own transportation and I am comfortable with pets. A few notes— 1. I do update my calendar one - three months at a time. Updates will appear as soon as there is a change to my schedule 2. Please make sure to book the appropriate time 3. If cancellations occur with less than a 24 hours notice, one hour of paid time will be requested. 4. For in person meetings or interviews, a paid hour of time will be requested. 5. If anyone in your household is sick, please let me know before the job begins! I will also do the same

“Abbey was great with our 10 month old. She connected with him instantly and her intuition of when to intervene or redirect to keep him in a positive state was spot on. We’ve already booked her as much as possible for the next few months. ”

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Maria
Booked by 10 repeat families
13 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 22 families in Sacramento, CA

* I am currently only taking occasional babysitting opportunities. Hi! My name is Maria and I seriously love hanging out with children. They are so full of amazing energy and such a joy to be around. I am passionate about children because you can learn a lot from them, like how to enjoy the simple things in life. I have been working with children for over 8 years as a babysitter for friends and family. I am a former Registered Behavior Technician. I learned and gained a lot of experience working with children diagnosed with autism. I have worked with all ages from newborn to 16 years old. I love working with children and getting to know them and their individual personalities. I enjoy drawing, coloring, doing arts & crafts. I can bake cookies 🍪 and take them to the park, museum, zoo or any other fun places too. Kids are simply my favorite to be around. They are full of imagination. I also speak Spanish :) I look forward to meeting many families and building relationships with them so when they need part-time babysitting or occasional date nights, I can help take care of their lil ones. 💕

“Reliable, trustworthy, and wonderful with children. She is attentive, patient, and kept my child engaged . She also helped tidy up make house neat and organized, which I really appreciated. Communication was excellent and i would gladly hire her again.”

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Alejandra
Booked by 6 repeat families
9 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 11 families in Sacramento, CA

I am an HR Professional with a bachelor’s degree in Business yet part of me wishes I had an educational background to work with children. So babysitting gives me the opportunity to do what I enjoy the most! I was an urbansitter nanny all throughout college in San Francisco as my one and only job for 5 years. I cared for children of all ages, from 3 months - 14 years old. My long term families were for children ages 1-5 and 11-14. In addition to my own work experience, I grew up at home with a family childcare, thus I am comfortable being around up to 8 children at once since my mother is a licensed childcare provider. I currently babysit a 4 year old once a week (Jan 2024 - today) My favorite part about babysitting is teaching children through play. It’s rewarding to see a child grow and see how much they learn along the way. I have a tight schedule but if I am available to babysit on weekends and weekday evenings. I have a car and I am also fluent in Spanish.

“Finding a babysitter you can trust implicitly is rare, and finding someone like Ale is an absolute blessing. Ale has been a vital part of our family’s life since 2023, starting when our daughter was 3 years old. Our daughter absolutely adores her, and as parents, that peace of mind is priceless. Beyond how much our daughter loves her, Ale’s professionalism and work ethic are unmatched. She is always on time and completely reliable. She is warm, wonderfully pleasant, communicative, and has an intuition for what kids need in any given moment. What also sets Ale apart is her skill and heart as we navigate being foster parents. Bringing new children into our home means dynamics can shift quickly, but we can always trust Ale. No matter what combination of personalities, emotions, or needs exist on a given day, Ale handles every situation with exceptional skill, patience, and warmth. If you have the chance to hire Ale, do not hesitate for a second. She is a true gem, and any family would be beyond lucky to have her!”

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Emma
Booked by 17 repeat families
23 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 23 families in Sacramento, CA

Hello! I am currently a special education extensive needs Para Educator in a middle school SPED classroom with the Sacramento County of Education (SCOE). I have 5 years experience as a lead preschool teacher. I worked as a French immersion preschool teacher at the International School of San Francisco, where I work with kids between 4-5 years old. This is a Prek-12th French immersion IB school. I have experience as a French immersion preschool teacher at Au Beau Séjour French Preschool in Oakland, working with ages 3-4. I have experience as a Preschool Teacher at Acorn to Oak in Sacramento, working with ages 3-5. This school followed Montessori, Reggio Emilia and Waldorf philosophies. I have nanny / babysitting experience with ages 6mo - 10 (I have experience babysitting 1 - 4 child families). I grew up with younger twin siblings that I loved helping taking care of. I am CPR and First Aid Certified and have 43.5 Early Childhood Education Units with a certificate in Early Childhood Education. I have a Bachelor of Fine Art and am passionate about art and creativity, which I find very valuable when working with kids. I love nature (I have chickens, a turkey and rabbits at home). I speak French and Spanish (I have experience teaching in French). I have a good driving record. In my teaching/caring, I am passionate about kindness, creativity and learning through play.

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Sholeh
Booked by 4 repeat families
6 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 20 families in Sacramento, CA

Hi! I’m Sholeh, a caring and dependable nanny with over 5 years of experience. Growing up with 4 siblings taught me to be responsible, patient, and adaptable. I love engaging kids in sports and active play, and I’m just as happy cooking healthy meals as I am helping with homework or story time. Families know me as reliable, loving, and committed to creating a safe, fun environment for children to grow.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $22.65
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $27.28
  • Typical job length: 4.0 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 485 reviews in Sacramento, 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 Sacramento?

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

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Sacramento is $22.65 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Sacramento.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Sacramento?

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