"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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91 available last-minute babysitters in La Plata, MD
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6 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.29/hr
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Leila $25 per hour for 1 child
Hello families! My name is Leila, I'm from Argentina, I'm 29 years old and I'm a kindergarten teacher! I have seven years of experience taking care of kids (five years in Argentina and two years in the United States) mostly infants and toddlers. I consider myself a responsible, patient, respectful and tidy person. Also I have some references from a couple of families and from my church's leader (I was a volunteer every Sunday at my church, I was in babies room, taking care of them while their parents attend the service) As for my childcare skills, it's very important to me that the child feels safe and secure in an organized environment. I also believe in providing a daily routine, as this is crucial for young children. I hope to hear from you soon☺️
Erica
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 36 repeat families
53 reviews$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 80 families in La Plata, MD
200+ bookings on Urban Sitter! CPR and first aid certified. Joined Urban Sitter in May 2022, but long history of babysitting and nannying. Cared for as young as 10 weeks old through 14 years old and siblings. Feel free to read my reviews from my wonderful families and ask any questions :)
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Sarah
$21 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 24 repeat families
39 reviews$21 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 53 families in La Plata, MD
Hell! am looking for a nanny position and I have several years of experience caring for children. I am open to connecting with families and would be happy to discuss how I can support your childcare needs Thank you :) Looking forward to hearing from you Best, Sarah
Kristi
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 repeat families
7 reviews$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in La Plata, MD
Hello! My name is Kristi and happily looking forward to meeting you and your dear family as a member of Urbansitter. I truly enjoy caring for children of all ages with love, kindness, patience and safety being my #1 priority for every child in my care. I presently work a summer Mon-Friday 12-5pm job and welcome occasional evening and weekend care jobs, too. I live in South Arlington next to Penrose Square, drive to my jobs and I am a non-smoker. My hourly rate is $16.00. I thank you very much for your consideration. Kristi O.
Sara
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 repeat families
15 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 20 families in La Plata, MD
Hi! My name is Sara, and I am a behavior therapist supervisor working with kids with autism full time during the week. I have worked with children with and without special needs for over 15 years now. I have a masters in early childhood special education, and my BCBA, but I have experience babysitting and working with infants-adults. Thanks for your time, and please let me know if you have any other questions!
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in La Plata, MD?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.29
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.09
- 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 1,895 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 $23.29 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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