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28 available last-minute babysitters in Gunpowder, MD

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Avg hourly rate: $20.49/hr

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Lachelle $22 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Lachelle, and I have 6 years of experience as a prekindergarten teacher in Baltimore City Public Schools, as well as experience as a daycare teacher (infants, 1s & 2s), and a babysitter. I specialize in creating warm, structured, and developmentally supportive environments for young children. I’m skilled in early literacy, math, behavior management, and planning hands-on activities that keep children engaged and learning through play. I prioritize safety, communication, and building trusting relationships with families. Whether helping with routines, supporting milestones, or organizing fun and educational activities, I provide attentive, high-quality care tailored to each child’s needs.

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Forrest $19 per hour for 1 child

I am a 64yo female who has been providing care for other people of all ages since 1975, as well as for pets of all sorts. I currently work full-time in the mental health field. I have college degrees in social work and mental health. Having had 17 years of experience in the field of developmental disabilities, I can provide experienced in-home respite so family caregivers of special needs adults can take a breather knowing their loved ones are cared for with dignity and respect. Having had many years of experience in the mental health field including crisis management, I can provide support and monitoring to vulnerable adults who have to remain at home while you are away. Having spent 5 years in childcare plus 11 years supervising children in recreational activity, I can provide care and supervision of children which keeps them safe and occuppied. Having had a lifetime of experience caring for pets and decades taking care of aquariums, I can also provide you with care for them. I have CPR and first aid training. I'm a non-smoker and have never used alcohol or illicit drugs, and have the highest ethical integrity. Your loved ones will always be safe in my care. My availability on weekends is all hours between 11:30 pm on Friday and 2:30 am on Monday. My weekday availability is limited to short visits between 11:00 am to 2:00 pm and between 11:30 pm to 2:30 am. My website:[removed]

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Clorène $18 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Clorène, but I go by Coco! I moved from Tampa about a year ago, and have been enjoying life in the Baltimore area! While in Tampa, I worked for a babysitting agency, consistently watching kids from ages 1-12+ for 2 years. I also have worked in a nursery/ daycare, watching about 30-40 babies at a time (1-2 year olds). I genuinely love working with children, playing with them, and doing crafts. I am also CPR certified! Can't wait to work with you soon!

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $20.49
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $25.27
  • Typical job length: 5.5 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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4.9 average star rating from total of 210 reviews in Gunpowder, MD

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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 Gunpowder?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Gunpowder is $20.49 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Gunpowder.

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