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58 available last-minute babysitters in Fort Monmouth, NJ

Families in Fort Monmouth use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
3 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.45/hr

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Camila
Booked by 1 repeat family
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Fort Monmouth, NJ

hello there! my name is camila. i’m currently offering childcare. I’m a former au pair with experience working with newborns up to teenagers and also worked as a summer camp monitor. I enjoy connecting with babies and kids of all ages, and they usually reciprocate my affection. can provide good references if needed. cpr and first aid certified and fully vaccinated. thank you!

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Zoe $26 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I’m Zoe, a responsible and caring sitter based in NYC. I have a background working in the legal field. I genuinely enjoy spending time with kids and creating a safe, engaging environment, whether that’s helping with homework, doing creative activities, or just keeping a steady routine. I’m reliable, calm under pressure, and committed to making both kids and parents feel at ease.

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Brianna 1 review
$28 per hour for 1 child

Hi Families! My name is Brianna, and I'm currently looking for a babysitting position for the summer starting June 27th. I currently work as a substitute teacher within the DOE (Clinton Hill/ Ditmas Park area) and have experience working with children ages 3-12. I previously worked with a family for a year caring for children ages 4 and 7 in the Downtown Brooklyn area. My responsibilities included after-school activities, arts & crafts, meal prep for lunch/dinner when needed, and light household tasks such as dishes. I'm available Monday through Friday. Feel free to reach out; I would love the opportunity to help support your family this summer! References available on request

“Brianna is a dream. She is a natural with children and very intuitive. She is highly educated and an excellent artist, I love that she has a creative background and is wonderful in entertaining and enriching for kids. I would recommend her to anyone bc she is relatable, kind, and chill. Love her!!!”

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Dirian 1 review
$17 per hour for 1 child

My name is Dirian I am 18 years I do attend college full-time, my major is Biology Health Professions, and I do wish to become a doctor someday. I have two younger siblings and a few baby cousins and a cat and dog, I have babysat plenty of times, I also took care of my grandmother for some years while she took her chemotherapies, made sure she had everything she needed, and felt taken care of. I also am Cpr, Aed, and First Aid Certified.

“Dirian was super sweet. My kids loved having her as their babysitter.”

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Gicely
Booked by 2 repeat families
1 review
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Fort Monmouth, NJ

Hi! My name is Gicely Sarai , I’m a professional nanny with over 15 years of experience working with private families in New York City, and I was also a kindergarten teacher in my home country. I’m CPR certified and experienced with newborns, infants, toddlers, and school-age children, including caring for multiple children at once. I truly enjoy engaging with kids through reading, singing, dancing, age-appropriate arts and crafts, puzzles, outdoor play, and outings to parks, museums, and zoos. Reading is one of my favorite activities with children , Little Blue Truck is my favorite book ! I speak English and Spanish, I’m responsible, dependable, and caring, and I have excellent and impeccable references from families I’ve worked with. I’d be happy to connect and learn more about your family and childcare needs. Feel free to message me through UrbanSitter. I look forward to meeting you and your little ones!

“I’m very happy with Gicely. She’s been watching our baby on a regular basis and has been punctual, polite, reliable, and flexible. Our baby warmed up to her right away and she is so sweet and patient.”

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Fort Monmouth, NJ?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.45
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.48
  • Typical job length: 4.8 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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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 :)"

Jesse D., parent

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Fort Monmouth?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Fort Monmouth is $25.45 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Fort Monmouth.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Fort Monmouth?

Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Fort Monmouth 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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