"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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92 available last-minute babysitters in La Plata, MD
Families in La Plata use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
4 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.24/hr
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Keyri $30 per hour for 1 child
Bilingual nanny (Spanish/English) with experience caring for infants and older children. I specialize in calm and structured evening routines. Responsible, patient, and organized. I have my own car and strong references. Available evenings Mon–Fri 6:30pm–10:30pm and weekends 6:00pm–10:00pm. Rate: $32-30/hr
Vitória $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi, I'm 25 years old and I have a degree in physiotherapy where I interned in the pediatric area for a semester taking care of children who needed care 🎓 I'm currently studying for my physiotherapy license exam and I work as a live-in Nanny, I look for extra jobs in my free time to achieve some personal goals. 🚗 I have my own car; 🥗 Good cook; 👶🏼 Experience with children of all ages; 🧩 I love sports, board games and crafts; ⚠️ I'm new to this app and that's why I don't have any reviews yet
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Daisia
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 repeat families
11 reviews$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 16 families in La Plata, MD
Hi Families! I’m Daisia and my background in Child Development & Family Studies, paired with my hands-on experience with children of all ages-from infants to adolescents-has shaped a genuine love for what I do. I’ve worked with multiples, including twins, and truly enjoy creating a supportive, engaging environment for children to grow and thrive. It would be a pleasure to join your family and team.
“Daisia was great! Prompt, communicative, caring, and easygoing. My 2yo daughter got along with her instantly. ”
Mariela
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 24 repeat families
23 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 39 families in La Plata, MD
Hello all, I am looking for occasional babysitting jobs. I am realiable, punctual, and I absolutely love children. I have been a sitter for 10+ years. I have experience with all age groups, but typically sitter for families with infants/ toddlers. If you have questions, or need any addition information, please feel free to ask. :) Hope to hear from you soon.
“What a delight! Mariela was early, enthusiastic, and professional. So glad she was able to help us!”
Christina
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in La Plata, MD
Hi, my name is Christina and I am a retired Army officer and now a Fairfax County Public Schools Substitute Teacher. I have raised two children and have a masters degree education (thesis still outstanding) in organizational leadership with an undergrad in psychology. I have used Urban Sitter before and took a break in 2019 for some family time. I have no cancellation rating because I babysit outside the app for preferred families from time to time and help my friend who is a teacher. I come from a long line of teachers. I am from a large family. I have 6 sisters and 1 brother, all dog/cat lovers! Hope to see you soon.
“Christina is extremely caring, welcoming, helpful, and friendly. Our kids completely adored her, and we will definitely be using her services again.”
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in La Plata, MD?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.24
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.05
- Typical job length: 4.4 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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4.9 average star rating from total of 1,850 reviews in La Plata, 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 La Plata families choose UrbanSitter for last-minute child care
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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in La Plata?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in La Plata?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in La Plata is $23.24 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in La Plata.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in La Plata?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in La Plata 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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