"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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222 available last-minute babysitters in Suitland, MD
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160 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.30/hr
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Ashley
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 67 repeat families
87 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 122 families in Suitland, 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
Megan
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 18 repeat families
38 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 48 families in Suitland, MD
Hi! My name is Megan I have several years of babysitting experience with children of all ages. I graduated from Tulane in 2015 and have lived in the DC area ever since. I have a full time job at a nonprofit so can usually only babysit in the evenings and on weekends. I’m happy to help with any cooking and cleaning if needed! I also have a car so can drive to suburbs outside of D.C. Please let me know if you have any questions!
“Megan was wonderful! She accepted the job last minute and jumped right in with my three kids. The next day they all agreed she was “so nice” and asked if she could come back again!”
Perla
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 27 repeat families
37 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 50 families in Suitland, 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.”
Kyla
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 repeat families
8 reviews$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 11 families in Suitland, 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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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 Suitland, 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. ”
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Suitland, MD?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.30
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.00
- Typical job length: 4.8 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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4.9 average star rating from total of 5,522 reviews in Suitland, 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 do I find a last-minute babysitter in Suitland?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Suitland?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Suitland is $23.30 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Suitland.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Suitland?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Suitland 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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