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41 available last-minute babysitters in Golden, CO

Families in Golden use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
15 available today | Avg hourly rate: $24.60/hr

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Brianna $20 per hour for 1 child

I have experience house-sitting and pet-sitting. I can care for any plant and maintain household chores and necessities as needed. I have a wonderful cat and have had dogs in the past. I pride myself on being wonderful with animals. Besides the essentials of food/water/needs, I know each animal requires love, attention, and comfort while their favorite people are away!! I am open to watching children but do not have much experience at this time. I have proven to be a trustworthy person and have held many high-stakes jobs (such as an ambulance dispatcher), which has given me a large sense of accountability, responsibility, and dependability. I have a completely open schedule at this time, and I'm willing to work any hours needed.

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Nicole
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Golden, CO

Hello there. My name is Nicole and I have been an educator for 10 years. I teach elementary students and it’s truly my passion to help students meet their learning goals. When I’m not teaching, I love to cook, hike with my dog and do yoga. I am an animal lover as well and love to take my dog on nice long walks.

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Lori $25 per hour for 1 child

I’m a retired public school special education teacher living in Lakewood. My references are impeccable from my recent nanny placements, including infant care. My CPR and first aid certifications are current and have all Covid related immunizations.

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Deanne
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Golden, CO

Hello, First off I have 6 grown children of my own & 4 grandsons, I was a preschool through 2nd grade teacher for almost 16.years, I am a Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist, I also worked at a school as a School Medical Assistant for 8.5 yrs, i have First Aid, CPR, AED. I enjoy watching children learn and explore, they take me into a world that only they see and its full of imagination and adventures. I also enjoy Arts and crafts, playing games, going outside, etc... I hope to hear from you@

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Jessica 2 reviews
$22 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Jessica, and I’m a devoted mother of two—now young adults who have recently graduated high school. With over five years of professional nanny experience and nearly two decades of hands-on parenting, childcare has always been a central and deeply fulfilling part of my life. Originally, I studied to become an elementary school teacher, but I chose a more personal path—volunteering in my children’s classrooms and offering after-school care for neighborhood families. This experience naturally led me into professional nannying, where I’ve had the joy of caring for children across a variety of ages and stages. My experience includes working with: • A family of three children all under the age of six, • A family with two children under five, and • A sweet newborn, whom I cared for from 3 to 12 months old. I bring a calm, nurturing presence, a deep understanding of child development, and a true passion for supporting children as they grow and learn. I aim to create a safe, creative, and loving environment where kids feel encouraged and supported every day. I look forward to finding a family I can grow with and support in a meaningful way!

“We hired Jessica to take care of our 6 month old son over a year and a half ago. It was a tough transition for me but Jessica always sent me pictures, let me know what was going on throughout the day and always makes it easy for me to come in and out throughout the day for a hug (I work from home). From day one she has been warm, loving, responsive to our son’s needs and our requests, flexible and always up for an adventure. She finds a way to make everything a learning opportunity for our son and is very in tune with childhood development. She is very clean and helped keep the kids stuff organized and kitchen clean throughout the day. Jessica has a very calming and warm demeanor, both of my kids (I have an older son who is 6) love being around her. We loved that she was able to bring our son to activities, pick up our older son from school and we always feel they are safe and cared for when with her. She is very observant and great at understanding what our kids need and when. She is also very patient and rolls with the punches, especially when things get crazy with two young kids and two working parents. She has become a friend and an extension of our family, I am so sad to be losing her support and care in our home. Any family would be lucky to have her and we will miss her daily presence. My baby is headed to pre-school otherwise we wouldn’t be letting her go! We highly recommend Jessica and I am happy to be contacted for more information if helpful.”

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Golden, CO?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.60
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $29.17
  • Typical job length: 5.5 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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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 Golden?

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

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Golden is $24.60 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Golden.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Golden?

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