"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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34 available last-minute babysitters in Highland, MD
Families in Highland use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
27 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.03/hr
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Yeni
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 31 repeat families
50 reviews$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 86 families in Highland, MD
Hi, my name is Yeni. I’m an honest, caring, and reliable childcare professional with 23 years of experience as a preschool teacher, nanny, babysitter, and nursing assistant, plus 7 years of senior care experience. I have my CNA, CDA in Early Childhood Education, CPR, First Aid, and BLS certifications, and I’m committed to providing safe, loving, and dependable care for your children. I have excellent references and would love the opportunity to meet your family!
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Johana
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 60 repeat families
75 reviews$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 103 families in Highland, MD
Hi everyone! I speak English and Spanish. I am a person that I characterize for my punctuality and kindness. I Have been a nanny since I was 17 years old. I love spending time with children, they grow so fast and learn very quickly. I try to help them as much as I can and help them learn new things and that they have confidence in themselves. I enjoy spending time with them. I have my first aid certificate and certificate of training school for the care of children. I like to do many activities with the children at home or outside if the weather permits. I know your children will have a lot of fun and they will learn from me as well as I from them.
Rosemary
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 14 repeat families
17 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 21 families in Highland, MD
I have many years of nanny/babysitting experience. I enjoy working with children of all ages and helping them learn and improve their knowledge, skills, and self-esteem. I have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from UMD but decided to make a career change a few years ago to contribute to something that I am passionate about.
“Rose was an excellent babysitter and completely put me at ease so that I could attend an urgent evening work meeting. She was in communication with me via text before and during the job. She kept my 8 year old son engaged and having a wonderful time making paper monsters from a book that Rose brought with her. She made dinner for my son and his friend and cleaned and tidied areas of the apartment. She also helped organize areas of my apartment and set up my TV, DVD player, and computer monitor, all of which was a huge help. I highly recommend Rose!”
Mary
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 repeat families
11 reviews$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 13 families in Highland, MD
Hi there! My name is Mary. I've been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I started off by watching my family’s and friends kids and as got older , I was a nanny for other families in my area . I love children :) and I have experience with all ages . I am currently in school and working full time ,so just looking for occasional one time jobs . I’m happy to be a repeat sitter if my schedule allows it :). Certifications: BLS
“Mary is wonderful. She’s attentive, nurturing, kind. My 20 month old had a lot of fun with her! ”
Maryam
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 repeat families
7 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 12 families in Highland, MD
Hello, my name is Maryam and I'm a recent graduate at UMD. I am offering child care, and household services. As the eldest of 5, I have always loved caring for and engaging with children. I have over three years of professional experience watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids up to 15 years old but have personal experiences of the above since a very young age. My responsibilities have included, crafts, tutoring, cooking, and cleaning. I love to engage the children I care for in a multitude of activities like playing sports, baking, science experiments, different crafts and arts and more!! I can also work as a household assistant and can cook, clean, and run errands.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Highland, MD?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.03
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $27.69
- Typical job length: 4.7 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 4,993 reviews in Highland, MD
"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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Why Highland families choose UrbanSitter for last-minute child care
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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Highland?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Highland?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Highland is $23.03 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Highland.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Highland?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Highland 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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