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57 available last-minute babysitters in Torrance, CA

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71 available today | Avg hourly rate: $26.74/hr

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Vanessa
Booked by 37 repeat families
45 reviews
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 90 families in Torrance, CA

Hi! I am 29 years old, have an AA in American Sign Language/Interpreter Training and am a behavior technician. I speak fluent English and Spanish and am still learning to fully communicate in ASL. I get along with kids, due to the many in my family, and love to get creative and fun with them. I get my experience from babysitting children of family and friends, and have cared for kids of all ages, especially since starting on urbansitter. I like dancing, karaoke, drawing, painting, and so much more. I accept cash and zelle, but will accept getting paid through the app if you prefer, just let me know. I am very communicative with parents and guardians and send constant updates. For pet sitting, the rate is negotiable. I love all animals! I have dogs and a turtle of my own, as well as provide care for other pets of family and friends. I volunteered at an animal hospital for a year and gained some experience with sick and critical patients, as well as giving medications. I also gained experience from my own dogs with paralysis, blindness, ear infections, and more. I love babysitting! Let me know if there's anything else you want to know about me and I will get back to you ASAP.

“Five stars would definitely recommend to any family looking for someone with a wonderful approach to both neurotypical and neurodivergent children, very reliable, communicative, and professional. Vanessa was great with our five year- old & my daughter felt immediately comfortable with her, & my seven-year-old nonverbal son did just fine all night long. Vanessa is very experienced in handling children on the spectrum and taking the patience, understanding and care, which is something I look for in every Babysitter I hire . They all did so well together, I really look for someone who has experience with neurodivergent children and Vanessa was five stars all the way I really appreciate how she engaged she was with my babies. We will definitely be having Vanessa over again.”

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Shanti
Booked by 2 repeat families
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Torrance, 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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Jade
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Torrance, CA

I am 20 years old, I have worked with elementary school kids in helping with math! When I was younger I would help my mother with the little ones, feeding and changing them. I love going on walks, going to the park with little ones, and doing crafts. I am also bilingual and speak Spanish. I also have a car for transportation with a clean record!

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Rosa
Booked by 1 repeat family
4 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Torrance, CA

Hi! My name is Rosa, I am attending Cerritos College. I’ve been babysitting since I was 12 years old family members, close friends and relatives; different ages and even twins. . I also have my CPR/First Aid Pediatric for adults/children; I also have my certificate for child development. I’ve been a preschool teacher for 6 years already and I couldn’t be any happier with my dream job. I love teaching and watch them get excited of their accomplishments for example help with fine-motor skills,tracing,numbers, colors etc. I can help children and elderly; and also fur babies by going for a walk and play with him/her. I am going to start my full time job soon, but feel free for part times, occasional, if you really need me just send me a DM and we can work something out, don’t hesitate I am very open minded and we can definitely fine a way to work and help out with your kiddos, Seniors, and dogs.

“Rosa was great with my two little ones! 2 under 2 is definitely a challenge and she handled them well! Would hire her again.”

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Brisa
Booked by 3 repeat families
3 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in Torrance, CA

My name is Brisa Objective: Vigilant Child support Specialist with over 5 years of experience caring for newborns and school-age children in private home settings, Experienced managing detailed family schedules, including school and extracurricular caregiver provider for elderly over 65 years old. Skills • Bilingual (Spanish and English) • Oral/Written Communication/Multitasking Skills • Appointment/Scheduling • Child Care and development • Child safety household Management • IHHS • CPR Certify & AID • Schedule management • Meal preparation, Laundry, Grocery Shopping, Personal Care Services

“I highly recommend Brisa as a babysitter. She has been caring for my 22-month-old for the past three months and has consistently shown kindness, reliability, and maturity. Brisa is punctual and attentive, and I trust her completely with my child. She’s fantastic at playing with him and keeps him entertained with activities that suit his age and interests, while being sensitive to our family’s cultural nuances. Brisa has been a wonderful addition to our family, and I am confident she would be an asset to any family looking for quality child care.”

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $26.74
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $32.07
  • Typical job length: 4.7 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 7,627 reviews in Torrance, 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 Torrance?

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Torrance?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Torrance is $26.74 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Torrance.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Torrance?

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