"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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156 available last-minute babysitters in San Jose, CA
Families in San Jose use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
140 available today | Avg hourly rate: $31.21/hr
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Graciela
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in San Jose, CA
Hello! My name is Grace Certified nursing assistant I have experience in caring for newborns to teenagers, LME babies, seniors and pets. I am 41 years old, wife and mother of 3 teenagers. Advanced child care training by American Red Cross , CPR by American Red Cross , First Aid, vaccines up to date, first language is Spanish / Conversational English. References Active IHSS I'll be happy to help you! Non-smoker
“Graciela has been very helpful in our household! She is professional and on time, and she is patient and kind with our daughter as they get to know each other. ”
Nia
$24 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
3 reviews$24 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in San Jose, CA
Hi! I love helping families with babysitting and light household tasks like cooking, cleaning, and laundry. I’ve spent ten years working in education, have experience with kids from K–12, and hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology. I enjoy doing arts and crafts and simple cooking activities with kids and love creating a fun, calm environment. I’m looking to work with children ages 2 and up, and I’m comfortable around small dogs and cats.
Rowan
Booked by 1 repeat family
$26 per hour for 1 childBooked by 1 family in San Jose, CA
Hello! My name is Rowan and I currently work as a behavioral specialist in special education at a public high school. I have been babysitting since my early teens and have worked with children of all ages. I am happy to do any activities that your child is most interested in and passionate about! Whether that be crafting, outdoor adventures, putting on at-home recitals, or wherever their imagination takes them. I am willing to do all parts of your child’s routine, including cooking, bathing, cleaning, homework help, or whatever is required for your child to be happy, healthy, and safe!
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Omphemetse $27 per hour for 1 child
Hi I am a loving, caring person. I enjoy singing and drawing. I like baking and being creative. I sing to the little ones they favorite song. I sing lalaby to help the little go to sleep. I usually would draw pictures so the kids can color in. I draw shapes and animals even the to draw they favorite characters. I make muffins and cookies with kids and decorate them with them. I enjoy teaching kids new language and skills.
Carlos 7 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
$20 per hour for 1 child
Hello my name is Carlos. I am 19 years old and Currently go to school at De Anza college and have a very high interest in sports. I am a very calm and peaceful person that likes to help people out in this world. I have a very good experience with taking care of kids because of having to take care of my little sister and my little cousins. Also, I am a very good dog lover as well and love to take care of dogs. I also can speak fluent Spanish as well and really have a high personality to get along with kids and adults as well I am really confident in my skills and would be very trustworthy of babysitting.
“I highly recommend Carlos as a babysitter. He has shown excellent reliability and professionalism while caring for both my child and our family dog. Carlos is attentive, responsible, and ensures a safe and comfortable environment at all times. He is also very patient and caring, which helped my child feel at ease quickly. It gave me great peace of mind knowing that both my child and pet were in such capable hands. I would not hesitate to trust Carlos again and strongly recommend him to any family in need of a dependable babysitter.”
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in San Jose, CA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $31.21
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $36.80
- Typical job length: 5.2 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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4.9 average star rating from total of 4,924 reviews in San Jose, CA
"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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Why San Jose families choose UrbanSitter for last-minute child care
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In most cities, average response time for last-minute requests is under two minutes.
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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in San Jose?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in San Jose?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in San Jose is $31.21 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in San Jose.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in San Jose?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in San Jose 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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