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613 available last-minute babysitters in San Francisco, CA

Families in San Francisco use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
430 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.03/hr

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Nayeli $20 per hour for 1 child

My name is Nayeli. I just finished up my degree at SFSU majoring in Early Care and Education. I love working with kids. I am fun, energetic, and easy to work with. I can be flexible with hours when needed. The services I provide are tutoring, cooking, and other house chores. I am currently working as a preschool teacher at a family center in the mission. I have worked there for over two years. My duties here include activity planning, meal times, and supporting children during nap time as well. I also have experience working with toddlers when I was a substitute. My experience with pets has been with small dogs and cats. My duties were to clean after them, feed them, and playtime. I am also cpr and first aid certified!

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Elizabeth $24 per hour for 1 child

hello! :-) I’m a 20 year old psychology major at SFSU and plan on going into private practice with adolescents. Im also part of Alpha Gamma Delta- where we advocate for fighting hunger- at school. Im originally from Southern California and am the oldest daughter of two little sisters and also have two older brothers. I cared for my little sisters until I graduated, babysat around my hometown neighborhood, as well as my little sisters dance coachs’ daycare. I’ve also volunteered at an after school program as a group leader! I’m a sympathetic being and appreciate the privilege of getting to know tiny humans and care for them. With these experiences, I am strong with patience, time efficient, carry a playful but responsible attitude and have developed problem solving skills! I also work at a community toy store! a little more about me is I own a pup and on my free time I enjoy taking him on walks, reading, journaling, exploring the city, coloring, going to the beach, throwing picnics, catch up with my grandmother and attending the aquarium or live music events happening near me. Thank you for reading this far, hope to chat soon! 💌

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Christiana $25 per hour for 1 child

I have a thorough background in childcare and working with children. I was a camp counselor at the Burlingame Parks and Recreation Adventure camp for 5 years and have been CPR certified twice. I am passionate and love to see children learn and grow throughout my time with them. I like to create a fun environment with the potential to ask questions, be curious and have fun as all children should. I am studying Biology so I love to expose children to the outdoor, information about our environment and other fun animal facts to further enrich their experience. I can’t wait to meet you all and share my kindness, passion and enthusiasm with you!

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Elia 2 reviews
$29 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello! My name is Elia Rubio. I work at a medical device company by day. On my more flexible days, I am offering child care, pet care, and household services. I am the eldest of three siblings, was born and raised in the Bay Area, have been a longtime lead coach for Girls on the Run Bay Area, and am a Spanish tutor for primary/elementary school-aged children. My care-taking responsibilities have included driving to/from school, arts/crafts, homework help, prepping meals, and bedtime. I have no pet-related allergies and have a lot of experience walking dogs and cat-sitting!

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Rebecca
Booked by 179 repeat families
216 reviews
$24 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 364 families in San Francisco, CA

Hello! My name is Rebecca, but just Becky's fine :) I earned my Bachelors Degree in Theatre Arts (performance emphasis) from San Francisco State University with honors in 2015 and my master’s degree in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University just this year! I am about to start full time work as an associate marriage and family therapist. I had heard so many great things about Urban Sitter from friends, so I decided to join in on the fun in 2015! I worked for Urban Sitter from 2015 to 2023, everything from occasional to full time. Unfortunately I had to take a medical leave last year—but now I’m healthy, out of school and can’t wait to work with your kids again. It might not be my full time job anymore, but kids are the best reprieve from the stressors of my day job. I have experience with a wide age range, from kids as young as two weeks to as old as eleven years. I've worked with over 100 families by now, so I'm pretty well prepared for what's thrown my way! I'd say the age range I tend to work best with is infant to toddler--but that's not to say I don't enjoy working with kids older. Got a seven year old obsessed with Pokemon? Me too. I'm all for it. Can't wait to meet and hang out with your wonderful kids! Note: Due to ever increasing gas prices and bridge toll, please note that I will usually not travel to SF or across another bridge for a job less than $100 overall. This of course does not include any jobs I may apply to on the job board. There may be outliers to this rule (for example: if I’m already in SF that day), so it never hurts to message me and ask!

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $31.03
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.93
  • Typical job length: 4.7 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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Trust matters, especially on short notice

Babysitters on UrbanSitter are background checked every year, with every profile individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.

2,485 sitters background checked in San Francisco, CA

5.0 average star rating from total of 29,963 reviews in San Francisco, 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 Francisco?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near San Francisco who are available can respond to your request. Before choosing, you can view profiles, parent reviews, and shared connections.

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

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in San Francisco is $31.03 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in San Francisco.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check. You can also read reviews from San Francisco 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 Francisco?

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

What if I need a babysitter last minute today?

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