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75 available last-minute babysitters in Watertown, MA

Families in Watertown use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
52 available today | Avg hourly rate: $24.46/hr

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Melissa $23 per hour for 1 child

Hey Parents! My name is Melissa, I am 31 years old, have about 5 years experience nannying. Ages 6months - 14 years and I am currently looking for full-time jobs. I have worked in the past with different families from one-time jobs to recurring positions. I am available Monday - Friday and occasionally on weekends. I also have my own vehicle for transportation. If you have any questions feel free to ask! Thanks!

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Neopauldine
Booked by 1 repeat family
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$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Watertown, MA

I am an Early Childhood Education student and a toddler teacher with hands on classroom experience working with young children. I am patient, responsible, and caring, and I love helping children learn through play, creativity, and routine. I have experience supporting children’s social and emotional development, preparing simple activities, and creating a safe and positive environment. Families can trust that I will treat their children with kindness, attention, and respect while keeping them engaged and safe.

“Neo was smashing! Highly recommend. My kids loved her. ”

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Kaillyn $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Kaillyn, I’m 19 and a responsible, calm, and reliable caregiver with experience working with children and babysitting my younger cousins. I’m CPR & First Aid certified (renewing April) and very safety-focused. I’m comfortable with routines, meals, homework help, and bedtime, and I always aim to create a fun, safe, and supportive environment for kids. I’m happy to do a call beforehand and look forward to helping your family!

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Rashema $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi, my name is Rashema and I’m currently working in healthcare in a patient care setting. I am offering childcare, and household services. I love working with children and have been working with them (infants, toddlers and teenagers) since I was 14 years old, in both professional and personal settings. My responsibilities have included at home babysitting, helping with homework, etc. I’ve worked at a daycare, briefly worked as an Registered Behavioral Technician where I worked 1 on 1 with a child with autism, and I have worked in patient with teenage girls who struggle with eating disorders. I am not allergic to any pets so I am open and able to work with families with pets! (I had 2 pairs of birds as pets when I was younger).

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Zaineb $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi there! By day, I work in tech, but I’ve never stopped missing spending time with kids. In college, I babysat, tutored, and coached a girls’ soccer team, and I also spent a summer as a camp counselor. I’m still in touch with some of those families today, which means so much to me. I love getting to know each kid’s personality, cheering them on, and being a good mentor — and a little bit of an older sister, too. I’m happy to help with homework, explore the city, do crafts, play games, or wind down with a calm bedtime routine. I’d love to get to know your family and hopefully become someone your kids look forward to spending time with!

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Watertown, MA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.46
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $29.70
  • Typical job length: 4.4 hours
  • Most requested times: Afternoon

As of October 2026

Recent babysitter activity in Watertown, MA

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272 sitters background checked in Watertown, MA

4.9 average star rating from total of 588 reviews in Watertown, MA

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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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Frequently asked questions about finding a last-minute babysitter in Watertown

How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Watertown?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near Watertown who are available can respond to your request. Before choosing, you can view profiles, parent reviews, and shared connections.

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

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Watertown is $24.46 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Watertown.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Watertown?

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