"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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183 available last-minute babysitters in Rumson, NJ
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Avg hourly rate: $25.88/hr
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Begim $25 per hour for 1 child
My name is Begim I am offering child care, and household services. I love being a babysitter and have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids since I was 15 years old. I also work as a household assistant and can cook, clean, and run errands. I can cook, drive to appointments, or do other tasks.
Emma 4 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Rumson, NJ
Hi! I moved to New York in February from NC. I have 10 years of childcare experience, ranging from being a camp counselor to being a full time nanny for the past 7 years. I have experience working with infants, toddlers, and elementary school aged children. I enjoy engaging children in developmentally appropriate play, reading books, and taking trips to local parks, libraries, museums, and classes. I am happy to provide you with a list of references upon request. Looking forward to meeting you!
Clara
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Rumson, NJ
Dog and cat sitter in North Brooklyn. Experienced with a range of temperaments and attentive to routines and instructions. Available for care in my home or for drop-ins and walks. Reliable and easy to coordinate with. Loves pets and parks!
“A wonderful dog sitter! Our big dog always has the best time with Clara.”
Meadow 1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
$25 per hour for 1 child
Hello! My name is Meadow, I am 24 and just moved from Wisconsin. I graduated a few years ago with a business management degree. I have been babysitting since I was in middle school, I was also a full time Nanny 2 years ago during the summer. I come from a big family and have always been around kids. I currently work as a barista and we have a playroom available so I am still working with kids daily. With former families that I have worked with, I have assisted in helping with homework, getting the kids ready for school or bedtime, cooking, cleaning and walking them to school. I am comfortable with cats and dogs as well.
“Meadow is competent, trustworthy, patient and kind. My son takes awhile to warm up to people and he quickly connected with Meadow. She understood his feelings, was empathetic and patient with him. She found topics to connect with him and they built a fun relationship. She also was great with my daughter (9) who could talk with Meadow for hours. I highly recommend her and have full confidence in her skills and abilities with kids of all ages.”
Mary J. $25 per hour for 1 child
Hello! My name is Mary, and I am a preschool special education teacher currently working in Queens, NY. I am offering childcare services along with light housekeeping, including cleaning, vacuuming, laundry, and preparing simple snacks. I have a strong passion for teaching children and have been in the field of early childhood education for sixteen years. I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, teenagers, and young adults, with the majority of my experience focused on children ages 2–5. My responsibilities as a teacher include lesson planning, creating hands-on crafts, and reading age-appropriate storybooks. I am comfortable working in homes with small dogs; however, I am not accustomed to working with other pets, such as cats, hamsters, or large dogs
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Rumson, NJ?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.88
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $31.17
- 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 Rumson?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Rumson is $25.88 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Rumson.
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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