"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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15 available last-minute babysitters in Mount Airy, MD
Families in Mount Airy use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
Avg hourly rate: $23.14/hr
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Xiao
Booked by 1 repeat family
$40 per hour for 1 childBooked by 1 family in Mount Airy, MD
I’m a caring, responsible, and patient caregiver with a Chinese background, bringing respect, warmth, and family values to my care. Experienced with children of all ages, I create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment that helps them learn and grow.
Julia $19 per hour for 1 child
Hello! My name is Julia. I am an experienced nanny who loves working with children. I have more than 10 years of experience, first working at an infant-preschool age daycare and then going on to nanny for two families. Some of my hobbies include reading, biking, running, and other forms of outdoor exercise. I also love going on walks around my neighborhood with my dog MJ :). I have my own car and a clean driving record. I am currently looking for occasional babysitting work. I am available Monday-Sunday. Please contact me if you have any questions and I look forward to hearing from you!
Ingrid $17 per hour for 1 child
I’m currently an Au Pair, from Argentina I was a teacher for 5 years in my country, working with kids from different ages. I also have 10 months of experience taking care of special needs kids (autistic, adhd, nonverbal)
Akouvi $20 per hour for 1 child
Hello families! I am Akouvi. I've been a Nanny for 10+ years and I love working with kids! I really enjoy it! I know CPR and first aid so I can help with any medical emergencies. I also have experience with special needs kids and/or disorders such as ADHD and I have no problem working with them as well! Also, I am great in math so I can help with education!
Delmy $28 per hour for 1 child
25+ years of nanny experience with kids of all ages. I’m a nature lover who believes kids need to be stimulated with the outdoors to gain character and core memories to last a lifetime. CPR Certified. Bilingual.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Mount Airy, MD?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.14
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $27.51
- Typical job length: 4.7 hours
- Most requested times: Evening
As of October 2026
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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
"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 Mount Airy?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Mount Airy is $23.14 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Mount Airy.
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Mount Airy?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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