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60 available last-minute babysitters in Derwood, MD

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47 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.43/hr

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Danielle 2 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Derwood, MD

Hi! I’m Danielle. I’m certified in Anxiety Counseling and have been coaching kids and adults to incorporate wellness practices daily. I’m the proud author of the children’s book; Hugging Olivia. I’ve been providing childcare in the local DMV area since 2019 and have loved to see these little ones grow up.

“Danielle is extremely reliable, energetic and great with children. We had a great experience working with her - she is a great cook and was super sweet with my 2 year old son.”

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Marianella
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Derwood, MD

Hello! My name is Marianella. I’ve had several years of babysitting and nannying experience working with children of all ages newborn, infant, toddlers, and elementary age. I have two beautiful terrific kids 🥰. In addition, I’m from Colombia - South America so, I would like to share my culture with you. My primary hobbies of nannying include crafts or creative activities! I’m a very happy person and really enjoy working with kids, so if you’re looking for someone high energy, I’ve definitely got it! What I love most about babysitting is being a support for the family.

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Nohely
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Derwood, MD

Hi hi! My name is Nohely and I am a recent college graduate! I am offering child care, pet care, and household services. I love children, and have taken care of and taught toddlers and school age since I was 18 years old. In addition, I have taken care of animals ever since I got my first dog walking job at 13 years old. My responsibilities have included crafts, prepping snacks and meals, and going on nature walks. I can also work as a household assistant and run errands or housesit. I am looking forward to working with you soon!

“One of the best ”

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Ilana $25 per hour for 1 child

I'm a compassionate caregiver with over 10 years of experience in childcare, senior support, and pet care. For the past 3 years, I’ve also worked as a medical assistant at a pediatric clinic, bringing both clinical skills and a nurturing touch to young patients. I'm bilingual in English and Spanish, CPR/First Aid certified, and known for my patience, reliability, and warmth. I also offer light housekeeping, meal prep, and a safe, engaging environment for all ages.

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Camila $22 per hour for 1 child

Hello everyone! Child care experience: My name is Camila and I’m 21 years old. I am very much of a people person. I’m observant, detail oriented, open minded and observant. I have had experience with kindergartens. My mom has been teaching Elementary school for the past 10 years. I have come to her school to volunteer on my days off from work. This has been for a total of 3 years of volunteering. I enjoy helping out the kids and love seeing their growth throughout kindergarten. Pet care experience: I had a dog of my own for 14 years, he was a Lhasa Apso. I also did a dog walking job back in high school. I did this for a total of 2 years. After the 30 minute walk, I would feed the dog and make sure he had water and played with him for a little. I can do big dogs and little dogs! Senior care experience: I have worked for a agency called Homewatch Caregivers of Bethesda. I am an In-home Caregiver. I provide support , help run errands, do chores around the house. I have been doing this for 7 months now. I enjoy it because I love helping others out and I’m a people person!!

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Derwood, MD?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.43
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.02
  • Typical job length: 4.8 hours
  • Most requested times: Evening

As of October 2026

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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 much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Derwood?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Derwood is $23.43 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Derwood.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Derwood?

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