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102 available last-minute babysitters in San Carlos, CA

Families in San Carlos use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
87 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.28/hr

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Lauren
Booked by 2 repeat families
1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in San Carlos, CA

Hi all, I am a graduate student and have just finished 8 years as a high school teacher. I have over 10 years of childcare experience and I am looking for a family to support as I complete my graduate program. I have experience working with families with kids ranging in age from newborn-teens. In the past I have managed a summer camp, taught outdoor education, worked as a full-time nanny, and now I am a teacher. I am active, caring and creative and enjoy spending time outside, crafts, cooking, and more. I am looking forward to getting to know your family!

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Maya 1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in San Carlos, CA

Hi! I'm Maya, a senior at Chapman University studying Computer Science and Neuroscience. I am looking for a part time job for the summer. I've been babysitting for 7 years, mostly with elementary-aged kids. My responsibilities have included driving kids to/from activities, crafts, and light cleaning/cooking. I also have two younger siblings, 11 and 19, and being a big sister has taught me patience and empathy. I enjoy the wild imagination that kids have as well as their endless amounts of energy! I'm warm, responsible and make it my first priority to create a safe and positive environment for the kids I care for.

“Maya was wonderful with our children. She helped them bring art projects to life, she helped them eat their vegetables, she was gentle and kind with skinned knees. We hired her for a summer babysitting job and got to know her over three months. I highly recommend her!! ”

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Maya $26 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Maya, and I’m a 20-year-old junior at UCLA, double majoring in Architecture and Geography. I’m originally from San Francisco and currently living in Los Angeles for school. I have several years of experience babysitting and have also worked as a camp counselor at the Bay Club for multiple summers, where I supervised groups of children of different ages, planned activities, handled conflict resolution, and ensured a safe and fun environment. Through this experience, I’ve developed strong skills in communication, patience, organization, creativity, and responsibility. I genuinely love working with kids and enjoy engaging them in games, crafts, outdoor activities, and homework help. I’m calm under pressure, attentive to children’s needs, and always prioritize safety while making sure kids feel supported and happy. I’m also very comfortable with pets and dog sitting, as I love animals and have experience caring for them as well. Whether it’s babysitting, caregiving, or pet sitting, I’m reliable, punctual, and take pride in being someone families can trust. I’d love the opportunity to support your family, feel free to reach out!

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Blanca
Booked by 2 repeat families
1 review
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in San Carlos, CA

Hello, I have many years of working with children, as a nanny, babysitter, and teacher. I have worked in the past as a nanny for two kids, a five and six-year-old boy and a girl. I also have babysat four boys ranging between ages 2-15. More recently, I took care of a baby starting at 9 months until he was a year old. Furthermore. I have also been a summer teacher for middle school kids ranging from grades 6-7. I speak both Spanish and English fluently. I am very patient and caring with kids as I have worked with children many times. I can provide any references necessary.

“Blanca was super great with my 5 year old. super patient and kind. He was struggling with starting school and acting out but she handled it very well. ”

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Anusha
Booked by 2 repeat families
1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in San Carlos, CA

Hi! I’m new to this platform, but not to childcare: Compassionate and reliable caregiver with 4+ years of professional cat and dog sitting experience and 3+ years caring for school-age children, plus 2+ years working with toddlers in educational settings. As a passionate undergraduate pre-law student, I bring certified babysitting credentials from Illinois, 6+ years of tutoring experience, and varying levels of fluency in three languages, plus English, to support multilingual families. My patient, attentive nature combined with my educational background allows me to provide exceptional childcare, pet care, homework assistance, meal preparation, and light household services. I believe in creating warm, structured environments where children feel safe to learn and grow, whether through organized activities, creative play, or simply providing caring supervision. Available for flexible scheduling including after-school care, evening babysitting, weekends, holidays, and emergency situations, I'm committed to supporting each family's unique needs with reliability, safety, and genuine care. References available upon request.

“Arusha was great. Reliable, perfectly on time, communicates well, interacts with the children and they adored her. ”

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $31.28
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $37.11
  • Typical job length: 4.8 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 28,655 reviews in San Carlos, 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 San Carlos?

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in San Carlos?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in San Carlos is $31.28 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in San Carlos.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

Can I find a same-day babysitter in San Carlos?

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