"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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12 available last-minute babysitters in Ballwin, MO
Families in Ballwin use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
Avg hourly rate: $19.25/hr
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Samantha $17 per hour for 1 child
Hi! I’m a caring, patient, and enthusiastic person who loves working with children and animals. I’ve been working at a preschool for a little over a month, and I absolutely love it! Although I currently work with preschool-aged children, I’m open to caring for children of all ages. I enjoy doing all kinds of activities with kids, from playing games and making crafts to helping them learn and explore new things. I want every child to feel safe, happy, and cared for while having fun and being themselves. I’m also happy to offer pet-sitting services! I have two dogs and two cats of my own, and I’ve been helping foster cats my whole life. Animals have always been a big part of my life, and I love giving them the attention, care, and affection they deserve. Whether you’re looking for someone to care for your children or look after your pets while you’re away, I’d love to help!
Lisa $18 per hour for 1 child
I have over 25 years of experience working with children in various settings from training adults who serve children birth to 3, to being a nanny caring for four children. Currently, and for past five years, I have been working with middle school children with special needs specifically, Autism. I have extensive experience with children birth-3 and significant experience with ADHD and behaviors. I'm a few courses shy of my Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and have significant amounts of training in various areas in education. I took a break from school to support my stepson who struggled in school. I value all children and their abilities. I enjoy working with children and believe all children should be encouraged to be kind, good, human beings and I believe we, as adults working with children are integral in making that happen.
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$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 13 repeat families
23 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 31 families in Ballwin, MO
Update: I’m currently available for occasional babysitting. Please message me for availability—I respond quickly! Hi! I’m Mou. I’m a former flight attendant and a pilot-in-training with over 8 years of babysitting experience. I’m CPR & First Aid certified and fluent in five languages. I love working with children and bring a calm, dependable energy to every home. One of my favorite things to do is tell stories through drawings—it sparks so much joy and creativity. You can count on me to be reliable, respectful, and communicative. Most importantly, I’ll care for your little ones like they’re family. Looking forward to connecting!
“Wonderful energy, great with our almost two year old. We would definitely book again!”
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Amya $15 per hour for 1 child
LOOKING FOR: a nanny/babysitting opportunity with a kind family who values trust , communication and quality care! Hi, my name is Amya! I recently graduated high school and am currently a nursing student at Saint Louis University 💙🤍with hopes of becoming a pediatric nurse. I have always had a passion for caring for and connecting with children, and I love creating a fun, safe, and encouraging environment where they can learn and be themselves. Whether it’s helping with homework, playing creative games, exploring new activities, or simply being a supportive role model, I enjoy making every child feel valued and cared for. I’m excited to bring my nurturing personality, responsibility, and love for working with youth to your family!👩🏽⚕️🧸♥️
Clara Willers $17 per hour for 1 child
Hello I'm Clara! I'm a Sophomore at WashU studying psychology and I grew up in STL. I have been babysitting for the past six years and I have worked with many families. I have experience with all ages of children from infant to elementary school! I have experience pet sitting for cats and dogs. I love animals and I have two cats and a dog of my own!
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Ballwin, MO?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $19.25
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $23.52
- Typical job length: 5.1 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of November 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 33 reviews in Ballwin, MO
"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 Ballwin?
As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in Ballwin is $19.25 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Ballwin.
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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