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54 available last-minute babysitters in San Marino, CA

Families in San Marino use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
61 available today | Avg hourly rate: $26.66/hr

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Kam Ying 1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in San Marino, CA

My name is Kam, aged 60, living in Monterey Park. With 2 sons (aged 23 & 21), I was social-work & special education trained teacher in Hong Kong for 10 years, working with special-need children & teenage girls with family, behavioral & emotional problems. After immigrating to USA, I've been serving in church for kids from babies up to elementary schools for over 20 years. I’ve been a paid babysitter for kids from babies to 5-years old for 7 years. With patience, knowledge & skills, caring & loving heart, I love working with kids. I'll strive to provide a safe, fun, enjoyable environment, which your kid will grow happily.

“Wonderful, experienced, and she is just so lovely!!!”

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Carolyn $30 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I'm Carolyn, and I genuinely enjoy spending time with children and helping families feel supported. As a responsible, caring, and organized professional, I bring patience, reliability, and a positive attitude to every family I work with. I love engaging kids through reading, arts and crafts, games, outdoor activities, and creative play. My goal is to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel comfortable and parents feel confident knowing their little ones are in good hands. I understand how important it is to find someone you can trust, and I take that responsibility seriously. Whether you need occasional date-night coverage, after-school care, help with homework, or an extra set of hands around the house, I'm here to help!

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Xuejing $30 per hour for 1 child

Hi, My name Shirley, I’m from shanghai China, I’m Preschool teacher 10yrs experience with kids, I specialize in teaching Chinese, singing, dancing, working, creative arts, and behavioral routines from newborn to 6years old take care child everything, doing babysitting, nannying, I had senior baby teacher qualification certificate, CPR, First Aid Certificate, English community, I did all the Shot.

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Elisabeth $30 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Lizzy and I'm offering my services as a creative and arts-focused babysitter. I grew up in an artist family and have a lot of experience with exploring all the arts. I have a knack for inspiring kids to get drawing, painting, singing, sculpture, dancing, and playing. I was raised biculutrally French and American and I can easily adapt to international families. I speak fluent French and I have a B1.3 level in Spanish. I can also speak conversational German. I’ve lived in Germany and France as well, and spent some time in Italy, Mexico, and Portugal. I'm allergic to cats and dogs unfortunately, but can be around hypoallergenic dogs without problems. I'm a tidy person, and good at organising! I can help tidy and organise your house, do shopping, etc. Thank you and hope to hear from you!

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Natalie $24 per hour for 1 child

I am a friendly, caring, and energetic caretaker! I have 4 years of classroom experience as a preschool teacher and an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. I hope to work with your family as I support myself through my Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development. I am passionate about children and love to work alongside them! Aside from working with your children, I am happy to assist with light housework, meal preparation, or any other tasks I can do to make your lives easier!

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $26.66
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $31.93
  • Typical job length: 4.5 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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1,136 sitters background checked in San Marino, CA

5.0 average star rating from total of 8,001 reviews in San Marino, 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 Marino?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near San Marino 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 Marino?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in San Marino is $26.66 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in San Marino.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

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