"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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92 available last-minute babysitters in Little Silver, NJ
Families in Little Silver use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
Avg hourly rate: $25.93/hr
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Mariya
Booked by 1 repeat family
$25 per hour for 1 childBooked by 2 families in Little Silver, NJ
Hi I am bilingular English / Ukrainian / Russian. Watching kids of different age over 20 years . I am 47 now . Educated , Bachelor. I enjoy working with children . Live in NYC.
Em
Booked by 1 repeat family
$20 per hour for 1 childBooked by 1 family in Little Silver, NJ
Hello :) I'm Em! I'm a Brooklyn-based musician born and raised in New Jersey. I'm an enthusiastic and experienced babysitter. I've been watching infants through 8 year olds since I was a teenager. I also have experience watching special needs children. I like to read, play games, do crafts, and when it's not too cold be outside! I have a license and am experienced in driving city streets if needed!
Brianna 1 review
$28 per hour for 1 child
$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!!!”
Dirian 1 review
$17 per hour for 1 child
$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.”
Michele $35 per hour for 1 child
Academic Enrichment & Homework Support Caregiver Hello! My name is Michele, and I’m a warm, responsible caregiver who enjoys supporting children and busy families. I’m a semi-retired attorney and corporate executive who has spent much of my career mentoring young people, from elementary students to college athletes. I’m also the proud parent of three young adults, so I bring both professional experience and real-life parenting perspective. I enjoy helping children learn, grow, and feel confident, and I’m happy to assist with homework, reading, creative activities, and maintaining routines. Families appreciate my calm, organized approach and the safe, supportive environment I create. Whether you need occasional childcare or after-school support, I aim to provide dependable care and a positive experience for your children. Highlights • Parent of three young adults • Experienced mentor to children and teens • Homework help and educational activities • Reliable, professional, and safety-focused
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Little Silver, NJ?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.93
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $31.12
- Typical job length: 4.6 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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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
"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 Little Silver?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Little Silver is $25.93 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Little Silver.
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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