"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."
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16 available last-minute babysitters in Dover, MA
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10 available today | Avg hourly rate: $24.41/hr
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Maliyah $20 per hour for 1 child
Hello, I am Maliyah. I am 20 years old. I just moved to massachusetts in early November of 2025. I am originally from new york. I worked as a teaching assistant back in New york. I also am the eldest siblings with the age gap being over 10 years. I’d say i have lots of experience with different ages between 2-15. I am excited to start working with you.
Stephanie $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi! I am currently providing child care, senior care, and household services. I enjoy working with children - being a parent, I hope this reassures you that I will look after your child or children with the same care I would want for my baby girl: with love, patience, compassion, respect, experience, and more. I can also support/assist with personal/virtual administrative assistance. I am a full-time Operations Manager! Have a question or proposal? Ask away.
Olivia $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Olivia and I'm currently a graduate student at Simmons University. I am offering child care and household services. I've worked as a teaching assistant in several elementary schools and have worked specifically with children with special needs. I worked as an assistant teacher in Howell NJ with children preschool-kindergarten and 1st-2nd grade for three summers. I also worked most recently as a teacher's assistant in Easton PA for 2nd grade students, tutoring in reading and math. I worked as a teacher in my local church's Sunday school for four years, working with kids between 3rd-5th grade. I love working with kids of all ages and engaging with them in whatever their interests may be! I can offer tutoring in math, history, reading/writing, art lessons, as well as beginner lessons in Latin and Russian. I love arts and crafts, playing sports (especially tennis and dance), and reading. I'm available for household services such as cleaning, running errands, and laundry.
Phaviola $25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Dover, MA
Hello! My name is Phaviola, and I am eager to delve deeper into the childcare field, as I am passionate about working with kids and am seeking a career in Child Psychology. My passion for working with kids, my patience, love, attention, and the ability to treat every kid as if they are my own make me a great nanny. I am looking forward to working with your family and making your children live an unforgettable experience.
Rachel $30 per hour for 1 child
Hi, I'm Rachel! I’m a calm, caring, and dependable person who genuinely loves caring for children and finds being of service deeply rewarding. I was also a full-time nanny for a 1-year-old earlier in life and have helped care for my two nephews, now 12 and 15, throughout their lives. As an artist and writer, I love encouraging creativity and imagination through art, games, stories, music, dancing, and outdoor play. I’m warm and playful while providing healthy boundaries, and prefer active engagement over screens. I’m hoping to find a family I can support consistently and grow with long-term. I’m also happy to help with cooking, errands, light cleaning, laundry, and organizing—and I love animals!
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Dover, MA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.41
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $29.43
- Typical job length: 4.4 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 :)"
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Dover?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Dover is $24.41 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Dover.
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Dover?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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