"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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43 available last-minute babysitters in Darien, CT
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7 available today | Avg hourly rate: $24.77/hr
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Nerlande $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi, I’m Nerlande and I’m currently working as a DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL and I’ve been taking care of young adults/ seniors for years now. I really enjoy working with them because it’s important to me to know how life is unpredictable and challenging for some of us. My responsibilities include driving to/from school, run errands, etc…
Daija
Booked by 1 repeat family
$18 per hour for 1 childBooked by 2 families in Darien, CT
Hello, my name is Daija and I am a graduate, holding my degree in public health education and promotion. I love going to museums, and experiencing new things. I have previously worked at two preschools as an assistant teacher. I changed diapers, provided meals, played with the kids, and cleaned up after them. I am offering childcare services. I have been working with kids in the school system as well as babysitting, between the ages of two and middle school ages for eight years now. I also am able to work with pets; I have two cats and a dog of my own.
Zaid $20 per hour for 1 child
I'm a passionate, kind, and loving person. Intro-Ambivert. I'm into soccer, video games, board games, and arts. I love cats. They're my favorite pet & I'm looking to adopt one this year, hopefully. I have nearly 2 years of soccer coaching experience as well, dealing with players between U6 - U16. Please feel free to reach out with questions, concerns, or special requests. Let's connect and discuss. :) Thank you & Take care.
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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
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4.9 average star rating from total of 178 reviews in Darien, CT
"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 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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