"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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78 available last-minute babysitters in Charlestown, MA
Families in Charlestown use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
63 available today | Avg hourly rate: $24.60/hr
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Anna $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Anna and I’m a reliable, energetic, and caring babysitter based in Boston. I have several years of experience caring for children of various ages, from toddlers to school-aged kids. I love creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment where kids can play, do crafts, and stay active. I’m also more than happy to help with homework, light housekeeping, and preparing healthy meals. I’m very organized, punctual, and attentive to each family's unique routine and needs. Additionally, I am a huge animal lover and comfortable in homes with pets! I look forward to meeting your family and helping make your daily routine a little easier!
Lori $25 per hour for 1 child
I am a tutor who thrives on helping k-8 students work more successfully in reading and writing. Special Education and literacy are my background with a solid foundation in The Science of Reading and Guided Reading, remedial reading and writing. I have 20 years of experience and a very nurturing manner. I prepare 3/4 year old with readiness skills for school also. I have several parent and teacher references. My skills include working with beginning, intermediate and advanced learners, mostly special needs learners, mild to moderate and English language learners in reading and writing. I also do childcare with ages three to ten. We work on creative play, storytelling, books, language, behaviors, sports, exercise and more, whatever your child's interests are is okay with me. My fees range according to service providing and number of students/children. I work mostly afternoons and evenings for the school year according to my primary position. I like to work all summer days too. I like to be flexible for you.
Elizabeth $25 per hour for 1 child
Hello! I’m an English graduate student at Boston College and a daytime nanny looking for additional caretaking roles on evenings and weekends. I love kids of all ages, am passionate about exploring nature, and enjoy home cooking. I have nearly ten years of childcare and teaching experience.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Charlestown, MA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.60
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.01
- Typical job length: 4.4 hours
- Most requested times: Afternoon
As of October 2026
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4.9 average star rating from total of 595 reviews in Charlestown, MA
"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 do I find a last-minute babysitter in Charlestown?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Charlestown?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Charlestown is $24.60 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Charlestown.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Charlestown?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Charlestown 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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