"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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50 available last-minute babysitters in Wilmington, CA
Families in Wilmington use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
67 available today | Avg hourly rate: $26.63/hr
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Lily $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi! I am a babysitter with over five years of experience and just moved to Long Beach from Napa Valley. I am attending Cal State University Long Beach to get my Bachelor's in Interior Design and have a very flexible school schedule. I have worked with families with children aged 1 to 10 years old and aid in household tasks, everyday duties, and schoolwork. I have done both babysitting and nannying, and am very experienced in caring for children of all ages as well as accommodating the family's everyday routine and needs. I am looking forward to meeting more of my new community!
Kenyata $23 per hour for 1 child
Hello! I am officially an Empty Nester w/ two college graduate (Girl) & My Son just graduated in May! 🥳 No one ever seems to believe me BUT I’m actually (over) 50 years old 🤫… I was taking care of my Dad transporting him to/from Dialysis 3x a week until he passed (June 2022) .😔 Now I’m home alone trying to occupy my time and my Daughter suggested this app. Since I enjoy little ones 💗💙 I have plenty of experience as I have raised two WONDERFUL children myself & would love to hang out and help out with yours as needed.
Belgie $22 per hour for 1 child
I'm a Godly woman, honest ,reliable ,compassionate caregiver for kids and seniors. I'm a semi-retired widowed woman with a big heart for caring others.After years of supporting my family,I'm ready for a new chapter helping your family too. I bring calm patience,strong responsibility,and genuine attention to detail to every home I work in.With children I focused on safety,fun activities homework help sometimes.With seniors, I offer respectful companionship,help with daily tasks,meal prep, light housekeeping and medication reminders. I'm non-smoking and treat every client like family.I'd love to meet you and see how I can support your loved ones.
Nancy $25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Wilmington, CA
My name is Nancy. I am the first born daughter of 8 children. I’ve been helping my mom take care of my siblings which have built the foundation of my profession. I’m currently a preschool teacher and have previous experience with being a substitute teacher for about 6 years. Through substituting, I was able to obtain a lot of my professional experience. I’ve been to a vast amount of daycares where I got to see and learn different learning styles in children as well as different approaches to learning and teaching children to achieve their milestones. I’ve been in a classroom where I’ve had to potty train and can say I was able to learn a few techniques. I’ve also been “long-term” in some sites where I was able to grow a bond with some of the children and celebrate their success. I do have a sibling with Asperger’s autism who is 15, so I have some experience with children on the spectrum.
Vanessa $24 per hour for 1 child
Hello, My name is Vanessa and I am currently working for the school district. I have work with children for 2 years, ranging from elementary to middle school. I as well have a background in being a porter. I am offering child care, pet care and household services. I love being around children being able to support them in their development. For pet I have my own pets and love both cats and dogs. With my other job I help students with their homework, creating art activities and being able to be adaptable.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Wilmington, CA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $26.63
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $31.94
- Typical job length: 4.8 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 7,051 reviews in Wilmington, 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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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Wilmington?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Wilmington?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Wilmington is $26.63 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Wilmington.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Wilmington?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Wilmington 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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