"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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11 available last-minute babysitters in Eureka, MO
Families in Eureka use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
Avg hourly rate: $19.50/hr
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Annalisa $17 per hour for 1 child
I have experience working with infants and toddlers in a daycare setting, have raised 2 children and am a lifelong equestrian, giving riding lessons to children and adults. I have several months of pet sitting experience with dogs, cats and chickens. As a highly sensitive empath, I have patience for challenging people, pets and situations. I am a natural teacher and have a youthful heart. I am very organized and provide a peaceful environment for those I care for,
Alycia $17 per hour for 1 child
I have 4 years of childcare experience for ages 3 and up, I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy playing indoor and outdoor games with kids and I am willing to help with homework and provide basic house cleaning. I’m passionate about making a positive impact on children’s lives and I am comfortable enforcing household rules.
Kareena 1 review
$27 per hour for 1 child
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Eureka, MO
Hi! I’m Kareena, a sophomore student at UC Berkeley studying biology and public health. Previously, I worked as a Kumon instructor for children ages 3-18. I speak English, Spanish, Hindi, and Telugu. I can assist with cooking, meal prep, laundry, housekeeping, errands, swim supervision, language learning, and remote learning. I am CPR certified and have an active EMT license. I’d love to ensure your kids become the best version of themselves they can be!
“Kareena spent the day with my 4 year old who LOVED her and is already begging for her to come back! ”
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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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Eureka, MO?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $19.50
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $24.63
- 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 31 reviews in Eureka, 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 Eureka?
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