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207 available last-minute babysitters in Riverdale, MD

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133 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.28/hr

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Ashley
Booked by 67 repeat families
87 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 122 families in Riverdale, MD

Hi, I’m Ashley and I like to consider myself The Nanny Guru ! I have over 10 years of experience working with children between the ages of new born to 16 years of age. My experience includes some of the following; former full time nanny, teacher assistant within DCPS, aftercare provide, tutor for elementary and high school students, child care center provider, and much more ! I am fun, energetic, patient with kids and always do my best to understand their needs as their safety and happiness is my priority. Thank you and I hope to book with you soon. **Please note additional rate information: 1. There is an additional $5.00 added to my hourly base rate per child for bookings that are 3 hours or less 2. Expect payment for entire booking 3. Please contact me directly for overnight rate

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Madeleine
Booked by 5 repeat families
8 reviews
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 12 families in Riverdale, MD

I’m a proud mom of two and a very social person who loves caring for both children and the elderly. I have over 2 years of professional experience in early childhood education, in addition to years of caring for my own children. I am also CPR and First Aid certified, which means your little one will always be safe in my care. My passion for working with kids inspired me to start a nonprofit called Unik Cause, where I support orphaned and needy children back home in Senegal (West Africa). Through babysitting, I not only care for children with love and patience, but I also dedicate part of my time and earnings to helping those in need. What I Offer: Loving, attentive, and safe childcare CPR & First Aid certified care Fun playtime, reading, and creative games French-speaking caregiver (I can introduce or teach French to your little one if you’d like) Responsible, trustworthy, and committed to treating your child as if they were my own Why Families Choose Me: Children feel comfortable and happy around me because I make every interaction fun, warm, and full of kindness. My goal is to make both children and parents feel safe and supported. 💓 I’d be honored to become part of your family’s support system and care for your little one with dedication and love. I look forward to meeting you!

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Michelle
Booked by 7 repeat families
11 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 20 families in Riverdale, MD

Hello, my name is Michelle and I’ve taken care of kids since the end of my high school year. What I most like about babysitting is the environment the child makes by being creative and learning from each thing they do and it’s basically never a dull moment. My motive is to help out parents and give them a fresh start each day when coming back home from work. I also have experience with newborns. I am a recent college graduate and soon to transferring to University to get my bachelors degree.

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Perla
Booked by 27 repeat families
37 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 50 families in Riverdale, MD

Hello, I'm Perla. With 12 years of experience in child care, I’ve worked as an au pair in France, Switzerland, and Canada, caring for children from various families. I have experience caring for special needs children and am known for being professional, proactive, and adaptable to each family's unique needs. I speak Spanish, French, and English (currently learning Japanese and ASL). Since moving to DC in 2017 to work at the IMF as a childcare provider for senior French diplomatic personnel, I’ve had the pleasure of supporting local and international families in their children's growth and development. I’m Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED-BL certified, fully vaccinated and boosted. I love spending time with kids and enjoy nature, sports, food, art, and animals. Thank you for your trust and consideration. Perla A.

“Perla was extraordinary and everything you could ask for. We really enjoyed our time with Perla. She came prepared, she was kind and just overall amazing.”

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Kyla
Booked by 5 repeat families
8 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 11 families in Riverdale, MD

Hi everyone! My name is Kyla and I live in DC area! I am looking for a part time, occasional, date night, evening or weekend gig! I have been babysitting for about 6 years now, and also have 4 years of tutoring experience through Kumon. I have nannied for two families both with 3-4 kids! In addition, I have worked as a summer camp counselor, volunteered in classrooms and done date night and occasional babysitting! I do have a full time job so mostly looking for evening and weekend gigs! I am looking to build relationships with kids and families that last for a while, and want you to become a part of my family! As a babysitter I strive to make every time I visit as fun as possible. I am a babysitter who loves to engage in fun activities with the children whether that be in the home or exploring fun places in your local neighborhood. In my past babysitting jobs, I have implemented learning into my time with the children whether it is through workbooks, reading, art projects, science experiments or visiting places in the area anything to support your family and your child’s unique interests. As a previous tutor, I am happy to support with reading, math and support any learning! If we seem like a good fit, please don't hesitate to message me to learn more about me and how I can best help your family!

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Riverdale, MD?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.28
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $27.96
  • Typical job length: 4.8 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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"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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"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

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"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 Riverdale?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Riverdale is $23.28 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Riverdale.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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