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36 available last-minute babysitters in Sunset Beach, CA

Families in Sunset Beach use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
57 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.22/hr

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Priscilla
Booked by 6 repeat families
4 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 11 families in Sunset Beach, CA

Hello! My name is Pri! I am an early childhood educator for years, worked in preschool as a teacher and baby sitting in the bay area. I provide baby sitting, house sitting & pet sitting. I am really patient with children and have experiences with children with special needs. I have teaching credentials in infants, toddlers and preschoolers. I can help with household tasks, drive & pick up kids from activities. I am also a nature lover who enjoy hiking, whales (especially!). Also, I am a certified yoga instructor.

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Jazmine
Booked by 62 repeat families
79 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 111 families in Sunset Beach, CA

Hi, I'm Jazmine! I have 10 years of experience with children, 9 years of experience with children under 3 and 7 years of experience with infants under 1. I am BLS CPR certified and proficient in Spanish. I tend to take a screen-free approach, unless the parents say otherwise, to encourage creativity and flexible thinking. I believe in developing a sense of trust, communication and respect with all families I work with. If you have any pets, I can make sure that their needs are met as well. Additionally, I am not opposed to doing light housework (laundry, dishes, tidying up), to keep things running smoothly once I depart. I am available for occasional date nights, ad hoc days, and overnights. Like what you see? I hope to hear from you soon!!!

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Markie
Booked by 18 repeat families
23 reviews
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 35 families in Sunset Beach, CA

My name is Markie and I am a 29 year-old with a B.A. in Legal Studies and Politics. I have just completed law school and I am currently awaiting CA Bar results. I am the middle child of 5 children and have always played a huge role in looking after my siblings. I have worked as an au pair or live-in nanny and tutor in Italy for two young children. I absolutely love children and even took several child development classes in my undergraduate career. I am also CPR certified. I have also been told I can make some amazing Mexican food dishes!

“Markie! Is absolutely amazing. We will definitely be reaching out to her again. She was great with my kiddo and super friendly!”

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Shanti
Booked by 2 repeat families
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Sunset Beach, CA

Hello! I'm currently a Design Consultant at an SF based apparel and accessories company. I enjoy making furniture, cooking, and doing anything creative. I have been a nanny/sitter for six years and have worked with children ranging from 3 months-5 years old. Getting to be a nannying/sitter has been an awesome experience because I have gotten to be part of kiddos lives and enjoy watching them grow.

“Shanti worked with my family for several months caring for my son 4mo-9mo 20 hours per week. She was a ray of sunshine. She always showed up on time and was not only engaged with my son but also was so proactive in helping out with any and all housekeeping whenever his napping allowed. I always came home to a spotless house. She is also wonderful to talk to!”

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Lacey
Booked by 2 repeat families
1 review
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Sunset Beach, CA

Hello, my name is Lacey and I am a second year in college and CSU Long Beach majoring in Public Health. I have always had a passion for working with kids, which is a big part of why I want to become a pediatric PA in the future. I have two nieces and three nephews of my own from infant to 4 years, and spending time with them and babysitting them has given me a lot of hands on experience caring for children of different ages and personalities. I have also babysat for other families with kids who are older ages and really enjoyed creating a fun, safe, and positive environment for them to be in. I would describe myself as patient, responsible, and energetic. I love being creative, playing games, and being outside to have fun, but also love a movie night once in a while. I can do anything from cooking a meal, maybe not gourmet, but something balanced and sustainable and even helping with homework, especially in math and science. I have previously been CPR certified although it recently expired, but I am working on getting certified again! I am also a big animal lover and have four dogs and a cat of my own, so I am completely comfortable caring for pets too. I also have my own reliable car, so I can provide transportation if needed and am also willing to drive the family car if preferred. Overall, I am a dependable and caring babysitter who love making sure kids (and pets!) feel safe, happy, and are well cared for.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.22
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.91
  • Typical job length: 5.2 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 2,892 reviews in Sunset Beach, 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 much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Sunset Beach?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Sunset Beach is $25.22 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Sunset Beach.

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Sunset Beach?

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