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11 available last-minute babysitters in Harrisburg, NC

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Giada
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
Charlotte
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Harrisburg, NC

Hi I am Giada. I am a Junior at UNCC majoring in Social Work and minoring in Public Health. I have always loved kids and been able to form bonds with them. I started babysitting outside of my family when I was 13 and when I was 15 got a job a country club taking care of kids ages 6 months - 10 years old while their parents were engaging in fitness classes and various club sports. Babies are my absolute favorite and I love taking them for walks to get fresh air and enjoy their new world. I enjoy reading and playing with them. I also have 3 years experience as a camp counselor, including overnight summer camp. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am fun, bubbly, and love kids. I have fill in Nanny experience and love engaging with kids and getting them to play/explore.

Really sweet with our son

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Maame Harrisburg
$18 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Maame & I’m offering childcare and house sitting services. I’m a reliable, kind, and responsible sitter who enjoys spending time with children and helping families when needed. I have experience with school routines, meal prep, homework help, after-school pickup, playtime, outdoor activities, and creating a safe, fun environment where kids can feel comfortable and cared for. While I don’t have much experience caring for pets, I’m comfortable around them and happy to learn.

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Kaniyah Charlotte
$20 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I’m a recent biology graduate currently working in healthcare, with plans to pursue medical school in the future. Caring for others has always been important to me, which is one of the reasons I genuinely enjoy babysitting and spending time with kids. I have several years of experience caring for children through both paid babysitting and helping family and friends, and I’m comfortable working with kids of different ages. I love creating a safe, positive, and engaging environment where kids can have fun and feel supported. Whether that’s playing games, doing creative activities, reading, helping with homework, or getting ready for bedtime, I enjoy keeping children active and entertained while making sure they feel comfortable. My background in healthcare also means I’m very attentive, responsible, and focused on safety when caring for children. Families often describe me as dependable, patient, and easy to communicate with. I’m currently looking for occasional or weekend babysitting opportunities such as date nights or part-time help. I’d love to connect with families and provide reliable care you can feel confident about! Feel free to reach out if you’d like to chat or schedule a time to meet.

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Brittany
Booked by 57 repeat families
74 reviews
Charlotte
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 114 families in Harrisburg, NC

My name is Brittany; I have been working with children/youth for over 10 years. Recently moved from NYC to Charlotte! My experience comes from being a former camp counselor with the Fresh Air Fund, St. Mary's Recreation Center, Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens; part-time/occasional babysitting; being a Youth Empowerment Coach—I supported youth ages 14-26 on their journey to success and thriving in life. I also have experience working in the Child Welfare system. I’m passionate about ensuring the safety and well-being of children; and supporting them through their development. When it comes to childcare, I love engaging with children in activities of their interest and watching their personalities shine! In 2018, I graduated with my BA in Psychology from Medgar Evers College and have taken courses in early childhood and adolescence development. With that knowledge, along with my upbringing, I became aware of the importance of a child's development (emotional, physical, mental and much more) being fostered in a healthy environment with positive adult figures in their life to help guide them. I enjoy being apart of that community helping to raise our children. I have experience working with children/ youth from all age groups (working wise, 3 months - 17 years). Now as a new mom myself, I also have personal experience. I wholeheartedly understand how important it is to find loving, trusting individuals to care for your children. If you are interested in having me work with your family or have any questions, please feel free to reach out. Thank you,  Brittany

Brittany was very professional, nice, and patient with my little one. I will definitely recommend her, and I have no problem booking her again in the future. Thank you so much, Brittany!

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Sharon
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
Charlotte
$17 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Harrisburg, NC

Hi, my name is Sharon - a Joy carrier and easy to work with. I have a lot of experience babysitting and I’ve worked with different companies like SitterTree, etc. I love children and the light and joy they bring to this world. I have worked with special needs children and it’s amazing and a blessing to work with them as well. I can also run errands, household duties and any work that needs to be done in the house. I also have some experience sitting elderly people - listening to wisdom is always key. God bless you ☺️

Sharon was so wonderful! We appreciate her and Gerald so much for coming to our home and making it spotless!

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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 :)"

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Harrisburg?

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Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Harrisburg?

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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?

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