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43 available last-minute babysitters in Darien, CT

Families in Darien use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
7 available today | Avg hourly rate: $24.77/hr

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Maria
Booked by 1 repeat family
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Darien, CT

Only services I am offering currently is house cleaning, 10+ years of experience all over Westchester; rates are based on how much work is needed + size of house.

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Lila $25 per hour for 1 child

Looking for a reliable, experienced babysitter? I’m a responsible high school senior with a driver’s license and my own car. I have years of experience working with kids of all ages, including tutoring, playing sports, managing multiple children at once, and building great connections. I’ve also been a camp counselor at several camps, so I’m well-equipped to handle busy schedules and keep kids entertained. Additionally, I will happily clean and look after your home. I have been employed since I was 13 and am currently employed. References are available upon request. Let me help make your life easier!

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Sofia $30 per hour for 1 child

I’m a warm, reliable, and experienced caregiver who truly enjoys working with children. Much of my experience comes from being deeply involved in caring for my four nieces and four nephews from infancy through their high school years and beyond. While not day-to-day, my involvement has been extensive and consistent during the times I was needed, full weekends, outings, and family trips where I managed meals, activities, errands, and daily routines. During those periods, I naturally stepped in as an extension of their parents, creating a calm, structured, and engaging environment. Children connect with me easily - I’m patient, attentive, and genuinely present, which helps them feel comfortable and at ease. I focus on keeping children engaged, active, and cared for, whether that’s preparing simple meals, getting outside, playing games, helping with homework, or creating a calm, easy rhythm at home. Outside of caregiving, I run a home organizing and downsizing business, which reflects my thoughtful, organized, and detail-oriented approach. Available for part-time, after-school, and occasional care.

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Yoselin $20 per hour for 1 child

Hello, I consider myself an empathetic, responsible and punctual person, I speak little English but my native language is Spanish if you want your child to speak another language apart from English I can be of great help.

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Lauren $15 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Lauren - I am a junior at the Ohio State University. I am offering child care, house sitting, and pet care. I have been babysitting kids on and off since I was around 15! Along with that I have taken care of many pets, mostly dogs since a very young age. I was raised with two sisters and a wonderful mother! Some of my best qualities would be reliability, kindness, empathy, rule follower. I also have skills such as cooking, athletics, and I love to do arts and crafts. Puzzles and reading are two of my favorites.

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Darien, CT?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.77
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.15
  • Typical job length: 4.5 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

Recent babysitter activity in Darien, CT

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196 sitters background checked in Darien, CT

4.9 average star rating from total of 178 reviews in Darien, CT

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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 Darien?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Darien is $24.77 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Darien.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Darien?

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