"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
Families in La Plata use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
6 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.28/hr
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Lagayle
$19 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 19 repeat families
30 reviews$19 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 41 families in La Plata, MD
I am a mother. I started my career as a teacher. I have many years of experience working with kids as well as raising my little one. I am patient, loving and fun!! I love reading time, games and providing quality reliable care to small and large families. Please do not hesitate to send me a message in regards to caring for your little ones! I look forward to working with you!
“Lagayle was reliable, punctual, and accommodating on a short-notice booking. She was warm and engaging with my baby from the moment she arrived and handled the evening and bedtime routine with care. She was pleasant, kind, and attentive throughout the stay. I would definitely book with her again!”
Lauren
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 15 repeat families
27 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 43 families in La Plata, MD
Hello! My name is Lauren and I am 28 years old. I have a full time job as a financial analyst during the day and I’m usually free after work and occasionally on weekends. I love working with kids, being around children always puts a smile to my face. I have experience in babysitting for 5 years during college and a few years after. I’ve worked with kids in various ages from infant to teenagers. I love being outdoors and taking walks outside if the weather is nice, if not I have a variety of board games and movies to enjoy indoors.
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Tanesha
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 12 repeat families
18 reviews$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 23 families in La Plata, MD
Hello, My name is Tanesha. I am 26years old. I have a Master’s in Special Education with a concentration in ABA. I have 7 years in the special education field from teaching to an registered behavior technician. I have 2 beautiful children of my own; 5 year old daughter and a 3 year old son. I have a passion for children!!! I LOVE interacting and engaging with children. Education George Mason University - Master’s degree June 2021
“We adore her. She’s professional and has a passion for kids you can tell it’s naturally in her. We love it. Our kids love her. ”
Genevieve
$18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews$18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in La Plata, MD
⸻ Hi! I just graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice. I’ve been babysitting on and off for the past seven years and love working with kids of all ages (and pets too!). I’m easygoing, funny, and always up for a good game, craft, or kitchen adventure. Cooking’s one of my favorite hobbies, and I can’t wait to explore DC! I’m all about creating a fun, safe, and positive environment wherever I go!
“I used Genevieve for household services. We were away from our house for 3 weeks and needed her to come twice a week to house sit - taking care of plants, bringing in the mail, etc. She followed the directions to a tee and even went above and beyond to think ahead such as accounting for extreme weather conditions. Genevieve had great communication throughout the entire duration. She was very dependable and someone you can definitely trust. I had a great experience overall and highly recommend her.”
Aysha
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 repeat families
4 reviews$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in La Plata, MD
Hi families, my name is Aysha and I am a college graduate with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography. I am located in Upper Marlboro, MD and I am CPR certified. From infants to toddlers and preteens, I have worked with multiple families at an home daycare center for six years. In addition to babysitting/nannying for various families since last year. My responsibilities have included cooking meals, creating fun arts & crafts, picking up and dropping off to school, tutoring and much more. I also work as a household assistant and can cook, clean, and run errands. I hope to be a reliable and supportive extra set of hands, and a positive addition to your family. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!
“Aysha was great, flexible and a great sitter. She has a very welcoming personality and was great with my son. Was a pleasure to have you. ”
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in La Plata, MD?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.28
- 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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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in La Plata?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in La Plata is $23.28 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in La Plata.
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in La Plata?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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