"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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17 available last-minute babysitters in West Haven, CT
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3 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.75/hr
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Sidney $25 per hour for 1 child
Hey there! My name is Sidney. I have been working with children since 2018 in multiple roles working at YMCA, current ABA therapist (Registered Behavioral Technician), along with babysitting for extra shifts. I am CPR certified by Red Cross. Location: Prospect, CT📍 Elmont, NY Education: 70+ credits undergraduate at SUNY Old Westbury (Psychology) The quote of the childcare field is, "Patience is key!" Comfortable with dogs & cats!
Stephanie $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi I’m Stephanie and I’m 35 years old! I have experience with infants, toddlers and special needs children I am a very patient and calming person. I am also great with pets I am an animal lover as well I have 3 cats. I have a pretty flexible schedule
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.
Victoria $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Tori Lawson, I am 20 years old and I am going into my senior year at the University of Alabama. I am going back to school on August 14th so I am completely available until then. I have experience babysitting my younger cousins, I have been babysitting them since I was 13 years old. I also worked as a counselor for a summer camp. There, I was taking care of children ages 3-14, while mainly focusing on children ages 6-10. I am absolutely a dog lover!! I have a small shish tzu at home, but am very comfortable with dogs of any size and age! I also take care of my sister’s cats when she is away from home so I would be comfortable helping out with cats as well. I do not have any experience in senior caretaking, however I would love to help out with driving to appointments, cooking dinner, or other tasks the job may require. I am also happy to work as a household assistant with cooking, cleaning, or whatever you might need!! One thing to know about me is that I am currently majoring in psychology, as well as minoring in sociology and neuroscience. I plan to continue my education and pursue a career in child psychology, where I will be able to help children work through problems and guide them to a better future for themselves.
Irene $23 per hour for 1 child
I have been working in childcare for over twenty five years, very passionate about it. I am patient and understanding of children. Love to explore the out doors doing nature walk and exploring bugs, entertaining and amusing them with stories, puzzles artwork and crafts.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in West Haven, CT?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.75
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $31.42
- Typical job length: 5.4 hours
- Most requested times: Afternoon
As of October 2026
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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
"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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Why West Haven families choose UrbanSitter for last-minute child care
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in West Haven?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in West Haven is $23.75 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in West Haven.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in West Haven?
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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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