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22 available last-minute babysitters in Sydney, FL

Families in Sydney use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
7 available today | Avg hourly rate: $20.08/hr

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Angelica
Booked by 5 repeat families
11 reviews
$19 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 11 families in Sydney, FL

Hi there! My name is Angelica and I’m an experienced caregiver with a background in early childhood education. I’ve worked as a teacher assistant and a toddler teacher at Best Friends for Kidz Daycare. I’ve also been a babysitter for several wonderful families over the years. As of June 2026, I will have an associates degree in general education from Hillsborough Community College. I also a mom to a sweet 2 year old, who occasionally joins me for care at a reduced rate of $15/hr (optional, and entirely up to parents). Currently, I babysit for a family every Friday caring for a 2-year-old, so at this time (2026), I’m unavailable Fridays before 5 p.m. I’m kind, patient, loving, and trustworthy, with a reliable car, CPR certification, and fluency in Spanish. I’m happy to provide references, including my long-term Friday family I’ve been with since October 2024. If you’re looking for someone dependable, nurturing, and engaging to care for your little one, I’d love to connect and see if we’re a great fit! Thank you for your time and consideration!💛

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Destiny
Booked by 29 repeat families
36 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 61 families in Sydney, FL

Availability: short-term overnight support. I am a certified postpartum doula and infant nanny! :) Thank you for taking the time to read my bio! Experience: I have been in the childcare field full time as an infant nanny turned postpartum doula for 11 consecutive years now. I have cared for children as young as 12 hours old :) I share my most experience caring for the newborn - 18 month olds (baby led weaning, baby sign language, etc) but have plenty of experience with 2-5 year olds as well! I have worked with families of twins, children with behavioral challenges (ODD), children on the Autism spectrum and children who need extra assistance due to physical differences. My specialty is infant care! While babies are napping I am happy to help with light housekeeping. Education: B.S. in Childhood Development Birth-Kindergarten + Psychology. I am Infant+Adult CPR/First Aid certified and have SIDS safe sleep training. I practice the Reggio Emilia approach (child-directed and constructivist) as well as Montessori. Appropriate language and conscious discipline are important to me. About me: I love to travel! I have cared for families in MA,FL,GA & NC so far. I enjoy painting, being outdoors/hiking, swimming, dancing and eating healthy snacks. Transparency and open communication with families is key for me. If you'd like to get to know more details / background feel free to shoot me a message! ** Update: I have a 4hr day minimum, although I do not have to be physically present for all 4hrs if not needed. For postpartum care, 10hr shifts overnight / 24/7 care / travel care / surrogacy journeys / first time parent education! Feel free to message me anytime.

“Destiny is awesome! Highly recommend if you have a chance to work with her! She’s immediately warm and comforting to baby. She’s also very knowledgeable about child development and plays with baby in developmentally appropriate ways. Super professional and makes you feel comfortable that baby (6.5 months) is in great care. ”

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Sidney
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
$18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Sydney, FL

Hello! I am currently studying for medical school and am working as a scribe full-time, but am looking for some extra work hours. I recently graduated from USF with a Master’s degree in public health. I have my BS in psychology/pre-med from Northwestern University. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old when I received my safe sitter license. I am certified in CPR as a certified nursing assistant and lifeguard. I have watched children of all ages and abilities, and really value all that I have learned from them. Outside of watching children, I have skills in communication, cooking, tutoring, and cleaning.

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Armani 2 reviews
$18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Sydney, FL

I go to college at University of South Florida and I am in school to become an elementary teacher! When I was in middle school up to my sophomore year of high school I would volunteer at my old daycare and was a teacher assistant. I am very passionate about becoming a teacher and working with children is my favorite thing to do. I loved playing with and creating lesson plans for the younger children and it inspired me to become a teacher.

“Armani was a great sitter. She was communicative, caring and our little one said he had a great time with her. ”

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Mariah
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Sydney, FL

Hello Everyone- My Name is Mariah. I have a love for all things family and furry. I am a WAG caregiver and have been for a few years and spent 3 years as a certified foster parent for mostly 0-2 year old kiddos. I am CPR/First Aid Certified and have years of experience taking care of little ones and treating them as my own as well as having a cat and previously owning several other pets. I can Nanny long term or on a short time basis as well as take care of the home and any animals in it as well. Primarily have experience with newborn and infants/toddlers. Pet care i have worked with most breeds of cats and dogs and can offer babysitting/walking If house sitting is needed i can do that as well any light housework or errands. Cant wait to work with you so let’s connect!

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $20.08
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $25.04
  • Typical job length: 4.9 hours
  • Most requested times: Evening

As of October 2026

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4.9 average star rating from total of 205 reviews in Sydney, 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 Sydney?

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

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Sydney is $20.08 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Sydney.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Sydney?

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