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272 available last-minute babysitters in Silver Spring, MD

Families in Silver Spring use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
167 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.34/hr

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Chieme
Booked by 32 repeat families
50 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 59 families in Silver Spring, MD

Hello! My name is Chieme and I’m a current Nursing student and certified by the American Heart association in infant/child/adult CPR. I have had high school and college experience taking care of children. I’ve babysat both here in America and back in my home-country Nigeria. In highschool most of my community service hours came from volunteering during the summer at a children’s camp, while my college experience comes from babysitting children through various babysitting apps. I also help babysit children of family members. I am the 2nd oldest of 4 children and have helped take care of the younger ones including my sister who has special needs. I also have experience babysitting children with neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD and autism. I am enthusiastic, active, and adore all children. My availability is very flexible at the moment, since I’m a full-time student. I believe I am engaging and responsible and would love to look after your children. I also have no pet allergies, so pets in the house are totally fine! I’ve gone through Urban Sitter’s background check and I am happy to provide any documents upon request. Thanks for your time and I hope to meet you and your family soon!

“She is reliable.”

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Jalaycia
Booked by 8 repeat families
21 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 26 families in Silver Spring, MD

I am Jalaycia, a twenty-eight year old woman living in Hyattsville, MD. I am a full-time program manager and occasional babysitter. I am an energetic and responsible individual that absolutely adores kids. I have worked directly with youth for more than seven years through mentoring, volunteer work, and babysitting. I have babysat children with special needs and have visited with elders for many years. I am creative and capable of fulfilling whatever requests are needed. I am currently only accepting occasional jobs on a case by case instance through the end of 2026.

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Jan Marie
Booked by 23 repeat families
38 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 43 families in Silver Spring, MD

I would love to spend time reading to your children, playing outside, exploring nature, and dancing in the kitchen. I have taught preschool for three years. I have extensive experience babysitting, and I have eight years of teaching experience at the middle and high school level. I speak fluent German, and I would be happy to immerse your children in German and support their language development. I have worked as a full-time nanny for four years, with ages ranging from newborn (twins) to seven. **Allergic to cats**

“Jan was on time, very kind, positive and my son had a great time playing with her. She was a great help while my husband and I got chores done around the house!”

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Monica
Booked by 17 repeat families
21 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 34 families in Silver Spring, MD

Hi! My name is Monica, and I am a babysitter with several years of experience. I have cared for children between the ages of 1 and 10. My responsibilities have included walking children to and from school, playing games, reading together, and supporting evening routines, among other tasks. I have also worked with children in educational settings. During the academic year, I work full-time as a high school educator. I am currently seeking part-time or occasional babysitting opportunities. Outside of babysitting, I enjoy spending time with dogs, reading, and running. I am also bilingual in English and Spanish for families interested in supporting dual-language learning.

“Monica is lovely! The kids really enjoyed playing games with her, they went to bed on time, too :-) Happy to have Monica babysit again!”

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Laurelle
Booked by 14 repeat families
30 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 40 families in Silver Spring, MD

I finished LPN (Licenced Practical Nurse). I have years of experiences working with an infant, toddler, and school aged children. Kids are adorable. I don't have my own, but I have several nieces and nephews I babysit and love as my own kids. I love my family so much, they're my everything.

“Laurelle was such a lovely lady and wonderful caregiver. She was promptly on time and immediately engaged with my 4 month old. Laurelle was comfortable with my lab mix, Lincoln and I was happy to leave my little family in her hands. Hopefully she will be available the next time I need help as she is incredibly kind and got along amazingly well with my little one.”

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.34
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.00
  • Typical job length: 4.8 hours
  • Most requested times: Evening

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 do I find a last-minute babysitter in Silver Spring?

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Silver Spring?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Silver Spring is $23.34 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Silver Spring.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Silver Spring?

Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Silver Spring 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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