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30 available last-minute babysitters in Lafayette, CO

Families in Lafayette use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
18 available today | Avg hourly rate: $24.41/hr

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Julie
Booked by 17 repeat families
31 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 40 families in Lafayette, CO

Hi! My name is Julie and I live in Boulder County. I spent six months working as an Assistant Preschool Teacher at The Learning Experience in Westminster. I have experience working with children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. In June 2024, I graduated from a performing arts school in New York City. Each time I provided childcare, my ultimate goal is to meet each kid where they are at. I believe structure, compassion, and a nurturing environment are key. When I'm not caring for children, I am in the studio training and auditioning for dance productions and modeling jobs. My favorite style of dance is ballet! Thank you for considering me as your new babysitter. I look forward to meeting you and your family!

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Avary
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Lafayette, CO

I have CPR training, and lifeguard training. I have baby-sat and house-sat for friends and family multiple times for the passed 4 years. I am very organized, responsible, and trustworthy.

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Matthew $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I'm currently a college student who recently stepped away from full-time work to focus on education, and I'm excited to find part-time work doing something meaningful—helping care for kids and pets. While I’m new to professional childcare, I’ve spent lots of time around babies and toddlers in my circle of family and friends, and I genuinely love being part of their world as they learn and grow. I’m especially close with my teenage cousin I’ve known since he was an infant. I'm also super comfortable helping out in a busy household! I'm used to managing the chaos that comes with two energetic Siberian huskies, so I'm no stranger to keeping things calm, organized, and running smoothly. I'm responsible, patient, and happy to lend a hand wherever needed. If you’re looking for someone responsible, patient, and truly invested in your child’s and or pet’s wellbeing, I’d love to connect!

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Reid
Booked by 5 repeat families
17 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 21 families in Lafayette, CO

Hi families! My name is Reid and I am in my junior year at the Univeristy of Colorado Boulder studying psychology and Spanish. I have extensive experience with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in not only home babysitting settings but in a daycare as well. With this, I am comfortable with nap/sleep routines, diapers, assisting with potty training, and bottle feeding. I have also been the go-to sitter in my neighborhood for elementary school kids since high school. I am kind, patient, and engaging, I just truly love spending time with kids and helping them grow! About me: -Red cross first aid and CPR (including infant) certified -Own reliable transportation -Currently working in a church nursery for 0-5 year olds on Sundays and as a part time nanny for 4 and 5 year old -7 years babysitting, from newborn to middle school -Experience as a full time daycare teacher assistant summer 2023 (infant and toddler rooms) -Dean's List student, very responsible and dedicated -Speaks fluent English, fluent Spanish, and conversational Polish -Can provide wonderful references -Willing to do some light housework and cooking, comfortable with pets

“Reid was very caring and kind with our child. I could tell that she had experience taking care of kids because of the way she was taking to him and engaging with him.”

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Camilla
Booked by 110 repeat families
103 reviews
$12 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 159 families in Lafayette, CO

Hello! I'm Camilla, and believe it or not, I started babysitting when I was 10 years old for a family with 3 children, at the now-unheard-of rate of 50 cents an hour! I'm a LOT older now, and moved back to Colorado in 2010 after spending 25 years in NYC working in children's publishing. I'm not a parent myself, but am young-at-heart, fun, funny, and caring. I am a devoted aunt to a niece and nephew in Amherst, MA, and my friends' kids all love me and think I'm one of them. I'm a responsible, mature adult with a long career history in children's books. I love reading aloud to children of any age, and am comfortable with kids from newborns to teenagers. The safety and happiness of your offspring are my top priority. In my free time I enjoy cooking and baking, trying new restaurants, traveling, pop culture, and All Things Apple. During the pandemic I worked with just two long-term families, where everyone was super-cautious, and I am fully up-to-date with all COVID vaccinations and boosters. I do require that any families I work with going forward are also vaccinated and boosted, and I prefer not to work with families who choose not to vaccinate their children. I routinely work with infants, and my priority is keeping them safe. You can trust me in your home and with your family because in addition to a background check through UrbanSitter, I have a SafetyPIN. SafetyPIN does a broader background check and a behavioral screening. My SafetyPIN is BUV1P8EK, and you can learn more and verify it at getasafetypin.com/verify. *IMPORTANT NOTE* Because my time is in high demand, I don’t accept babysitting jobs for weekends (Friday through Sunday) from new clients without a one-hour in-person interview, for which my standard hourly rate based on the number of children applies. This is to make sure that I am a good fit for your family, and to lessen the chance of last-minute cancellations. I will happily waive the interview requirement for non-peak-time bookings, though I do prefer to at least speak by phone before accepting new clients. Thanks for reading, and I hope you'll give my services a try!

“Flexible with scheduling and great care!”

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.41
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.73
  • Typical job length: 5.6 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

Recent babysitter activity in Lafayette, CO

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5.0 average star rating from total of 2,344 reviews in Lafayette, CO

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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 Lafayette?

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

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Lafayette is $24.41 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Lafayette.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Lafayette?

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