"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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16 available last-minute babysitters in Chapel Hill, NC
Families in Chapel Hill use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
3 available today | Avg hourly rate: $22.13/hr
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Jordan
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Chapel Hill, NC
Hello. My name is Jordan and I’m 22. I have two siblings aged 18 and 11. I have experience babysitting children from the age of 4 months to 12 years old.I also have experience babysitting children with special needs. I’m also very experienced with having more than one little one running around. I have had groups of up to 6 in my private sitting experience. As well as my private experience I also formerly worked as an After School Counselor for the YMCA and as an After School Teacher at Thales Academy (Private school). I’m also a very experienced pet sitter so if you have furry friends I’m all about it too. These are the basics and I’d love to chat with anyone who may have questions!
“Jordan was so kind and friendly with our baby girl. We booked with her twice and both times she arrived early and was respectful of our home. We especially appreciated her responsiveness during the booking process and her ability to communicate with us when we had questions or wanted to check on our little girl!”
Jussara
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 repeat families
4 reviews$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in Chapel Hill, NC
Hi! I am a graduate of UMass Boston with over 10 years of experience working with children. I’ve gained my expertise through roles in Boston Public Schools, Case Manager, two years of nannying for a family with twins, and babysitting for various sitter apps. Throughout my career, I have worked with children of all ages and diverse cultural backgrounds. I am responsible, trustworthy, loving, caring, fun, and active. I enjoy doing arts and crafts and playing sports with kids. I am confident that I will be a great fit for your needs. I look forward to hearing from you!
Emma
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 repeat families
3 reviews$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in Chapel Hill, NC
Hi! I have an 1 year old son and am looking to care for another child part time, ideally in my own home. I have extensive babysitting experience, am CPR trained, and have worked as a Behavior Technician. You can feel confident that your kids are in great hands when they are with me! :)
“Emma arrived on time and kept my normally nervous of new people two year old immediately happy and engaged. ”
Ryan
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Chapel Hill, NC
Lots of experience taking care of cats and dogs. I have pets of my own and have looked after neighborhood animals for many years. I am responsible and caring and would love to take care of your fur babies so you can relax and enjoy some time away.
“Did everything that was needed- took great care of my pets and sent pictures of their happy faces, which I loved seeing.”
Vanessa $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Vanessa! I’m a pediatric speech-language pathologist by profession, so naturally I enjoy working with children. I also teach Sunday school at my church. I love interacting with children and meeting new families. Excited to work with you!
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Chapel Hill, NC?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $22.13
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $26.45
- Typical job length: 4.8 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 407 reviews in Chapel Hill, NC
"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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Why Chapel Hill families choose UrbanSitter for last-minute child care
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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Chapel Hill?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Chapel Hill?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Chapel Hill is $22.13 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Chapel Hill.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Chapel Hill?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Chapel Hill 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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