"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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50 available last-minute babysitters in Decatur, GA
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Margo $20 per hour for 1 child
Hello, my name is Margo. I have over 25 years of experience in childcare, and I truly enjoy creating engaging and nurturing environments for children. Some of my favorite activities include singing songs, reading stories, and coloring together. When spending time with adults, I enjoy interactive games such as cards and puzzles, which help build connection and encourage mental stimulation.
autumn $16 per hour for 1 child
Hi! my name is Autumn and i’m a sophomore at Clayton State University on a pre nursing track. I am offering childcare services. I enjoy babysitting and caring for kids as I have worked in the daycare environment proving device to kids of all ages from 1 month to 12+ I have experience with many dog breeds as well and i’m not afraid of working with pets in your household . I feel I would be a great suit for you child care needs as I am CPR/AED certified for adults and pediatrics. I’ve worked with preparing food and following a schedule to keep the kids on track. I am organized and punctual and have a great work ethic. I’m looking forward to working with your families to ensure a safe and positive environment!
Erica $25 per hour for 1 child
I have had the pleasure of providing childcare to some of the sweetest families for over 20 years! I have been trained in First Aid and CPR for adults and children. I am an educator, I have developed children's programs for my church and community, and have a passion for early child development and child care. During college and graduate school I enjoyed providing extra help to families in need - I became an evening and overnight Nanny for medical residents and physicians. I have experience caring for newborns, children of all ages, disabled children and senior citizens. I'm a new resident to Atlanta and currently work in Clinical Research during the day. My evenings are free, so I decided to extend help to families that need a safe and trustworthy evening Nanny.
Sensoury $18 per hour for 1 child
Hi families! My name is Sensoury, and I’m a passionate childcare professional with 10 years of experience working with children of various ages, especially infants and toddlers. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and professional experience as a Lead Teacher in early childhood education. I specialize in creating safe, nurturing, and engaging environments where children can learn, grow, and thrive. I have experience with lesson planning, developmental activities, feeding routines, diapering, classroom management, and building strong connections with children and families. I am patient, dependable, loving, and truly believe every child deserves to feel valued, supported, and cared for. I look forward to partnering with families and providing quality care for your little ones!
Ebun $20 per hour for 1 child
My childcare journey of caring for kids started in 2001 and the age range starts from infant up to teenage. My experience was gained in childcare facilities in multiple church's and daycare facilities I also have nanny experience of 8 years and babysitting in families homes.
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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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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Decatur?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Decatur?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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