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29 available last-minute babysitters in Oakland, FL

Families in Oakland use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
4 available today | Avg hourly rate: $20.26/hr

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Lisa $21 per hour for 1 child

I’m a warm, dependable, and experienced caregiver with a lifelong passion for working with children and supporting families. I grew up on Long Island, New York, with my parents and brother, and from a young age I was very active in dance, gymnastics, skiing, ice skating, and soccer, which I continued through college. Staying active and enjoying the outdoors are still a big part of my life today. For the past 24+ years, I’ve been a devoted stay-at-home mother raising three children while also volunteering at school, coaching soccer, and assisting with other youth sports. We currently have two boys in college and an 11th-grade daughter attending Bishop Moore Catholic High School. I’ve been happily married for 27 years and truly value family, health, nutrition, sports, swimming, outdoor adventures, and creating a positive home environment. My childcare experience began around age 10 as a mother’s helper, and I worked closely with several families from ages 18–30. Caring for children has always come naturally to me, and I genuinely love spending time with little ones. I’m positive, easygoing, patient, consistent, and enjoy laughing, playing, crafting, baking, reading, and making everyday moments fun and engaging for kids. I also have personal experience parenting a high-functioning autistic son, now 24, which has given me added patience, understanding, flexibility, and compassion when supporting children with different personalities and needs. While I’m not overly focused on technology, I appreciate the ways it can be useful and prefer building real, meaningful connections with children and families. My goal is always to provide a safe, nurturing, active, and dependable environment where children feel comfortable, supported, and cared for.

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Genesis $15 per hour for 1 child

Hello everyone! my name is Genesis and I'm 32 years old. I have lived in the United Estates for three years and I have worked for five years as a babysitter. I also have 4 wonderful nephews and I took care of them since they were babies. I am a kind and sweet person. I love music, yoga and being in nature. I am currently doing my CPR and first aid certification and also I have medical background because I have a bachelor’s degree in Histotechnology ( I graduated in my home country) so I have an strong sense of responsibility and safety. Working with children is a very rewarding job for me because I have an opportunity to be creative and joyful. I like to have a good communication with the parents and I always follow the rules of the house. I'm currently improving my English, but I'm putting all my effort :) feel free to contact me with any question. thank you!!!

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Sydney $15 per hour for 1 child

Hi - My name is Sydney and I'm currently a part-time Cook. I`m Available for childcare, pet care, or other household chores! Taking care of kids has been one of my favorite things to do since I was in high school! I have experience cooking, transporting, tutoring, crafting and other varieties of household chores.

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Luanna
Booked by 1 repeat family
4 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Oakland, FL

Hi! I’m Kamilla (this is my middle name). I’m originally from Brazil and moved to the U.S. with my family in November 2024. I worked as a registered nurse in Brazil and plan to validate my nursing license in the U.S. in the long term. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and a postgraduate degree in Neonatal Nursing, with over 15 years of experience in neonatal intensive care. I also serve in the children’s ministry at my church (With babies from 0 to 2 years old) for over a year, at least two Sundays per month, and I take paid weekday shifts there as well. I have a lot of experience caring for newborns, infants, and young children, including premature babies and newborns with special medical needs. I’m also a mom of two boys (ages 7 and 13), and I truly enjoy caring for children of all ages. I like spending time with kids through reading, playtime, outdoor walks, and calm activities that support their development. I always focus on creating a safe, loving, and relaxed environment. Thanks to my nursing background, I’m calm and confident in emergency situations and able to provide first aid or follow specific care instructions when needed. I’m reliable, organized, have a clean background check, a valid driver’s license, and my own car. I’d be happy to care for your child and support your family with warmth, responsibility, and professionalism.

“Luanna was great. Very punctual, professional, and excellent with kids.”

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Isabella
Booked by 4 repeat families
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Oakland, FL

Hi Families! ♥︎ My name is Isabella, and I would love the opportunity to care for your little ones! I have experience caring for children of all ages, from infants and toddlers to teenagers. One of my most valuable experiences was working as an Au Pair for two years, where I lived with a wonderful family and became a big part of the children’s daily lives. I helped with school drop-offs and pick-ups, transportation to sports and activities, homework, meals, playdates, bedtime routines, and everything in between. What I love most about childcare is building genuine connections with children and creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where they can learn, grow, and be themselves. I am naturally very patient, caring, and energetic, and I truly enjoy being involved in the activities children love. I am a very creative person and enjoy planning crafts, games, outdoor adventures, baking activities, story time, imaginative play, and age-appropriate learning activities. I believe children thrive when they are engaged and having fun, so I try to keep screen time to a minimum and encourage hands-on activities whenever possible. I also volunteered as a teacher’s assistant in a kindergarten classroom and have experience caring for children with medical needs, including administering asthma medications and inhalers under parental guidance. In addition, I am a Certified Phlebotomist, which has given me professional healthcare experience and strengthened my attention to safety, responsibility, and caring for others. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, a non-smoker, comfortable around pets, have reliable transportation, and maintain a clean driving record. I have been living in the United States since 2017 and am happily married. Families often describe me as dependable, trustworthy, kind, and easy to communicate with. I understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your children, and I always strive to provide parents with peace of mind while ensuring their children feel safe, happy, and cared for. My goal is simple: to create a positive experience for both parents and children, and to become someone your kids are excited to see again! I look forward to meeting your family! ❤️

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Oakland, FL?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $20.26
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $25.07
  • Typical job length: 4.1 hours
  • Most requested times: Afternoon

As of October 2026

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122 sitters background checked in Oakland, FL

4.9 average star rating from total of 180 reviews in Oakland, FL

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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 Oakland?

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

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Oakland is $20.26 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Oakland.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Oakland?

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