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43 available last-minute babysitters in South Orange, NJ

Families in South Orange use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
46 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.67/hr

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Ashanti $20 per hour for 1 child

I’m an art teacher with nearly 10 years of experience working with children of various ages. Over the years, I’ve worked as an after-school counselor, a camp counselor, and currently as a full-time teacher. These roles have given me a strong foundation in child development, classroom management, and creating engaging, structured environments where kids feel both supported and inspired. What makes me a great caregiver is my personality as much as my experience. I’m very personable, patient, and kind, and I naturally connect with children by being a bit silly and playful while still maintaining clear boundaries. I believe in building genuine relationships with kids—so they feel safe, heard, and comfortable being themselves—not just seeing me as an authority figure. In addition to childcare, I’m also comfortable supporting light household needs and maintaining an organized, calm environment. As for pets, I grew up with cats and currently have one of my own, so I’m very familiar with daily pet care, feeding routines, and understanding animal behavior. I’m comfortable caring for cats and open to supporting families with pets as well. Overall, I bring a balance of creativity, responsibility, warmth, and structure to any caregiving role.

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Susan
Booked by 53 repeat families
67 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 105 families in South Orange, NJ

Greetings! Mature, reliable, caring, and attentive Nursing professional available with own transportation. Perfect for Out-of-town Guests! I've been a Pediatric Nurse for over 35 years, in several major NYC children's Hospitals, specializing in Infant/Toddler, NICU, and PICU. My latest degree is PhD-Nursing. I am fingerprinted and background checked because I volunteer with foster children. I'm smoke-free, pet -free (but love pets), perfume-free, and have had my COVID, Tdap, flu & pneumococcal shots, so your child with respiratory sensitivities will be safe with me. Now a Full-Time Tenured Pediatric Nursing professor, I really enjoy being around healthy children, and am also available to sit your ill or medically fragile children. I not only know Pediatric CPR, but have successfully performed it multiple times in the ICU. I have RN and PNP licenses in NY and NJ. Having worked at a major Jewish hospital, I also learned how to keep your household Kosher, if needed. I love babysitting, and have always enjoyed caring for children in their own home. My friends have 10 kids and I'm the only person they will leave them all with - especially for the weekend! And yes - happy to show you an ID, a valid COVID Excelsior Pass, and BLS, First Aid & PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) cards (all valid until July 2023).Your kids are SAFE with me! Education - PhD - Nursing- CUNY Graduate Center, Pediatric NP - Adelphi University, MS Nursing - College of New Rochelle, BS Nursing - University of Connecticut (Go Huskies!!) During the academic year, my primary daytime commitment is to my students, so I am NOT usually available during the day (unless I have specifically applied for your job.)

“Susan helped us with puppy sitting during some of my work travel. She was professional and flexible with scheduling and kind and patient with our brand new pup, who is still very young and needy. We would recommend her to anyone and would definitely use her again.”

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Tiffany
Booked by 3 repeat families
3 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in South Orange, NJ

I’m a 22-year-old who loves working with kids and animals. I have experience caring for children of different ages and always aim to create a safe, fun, and positive environment for them. I’m patient, responsible, and enjoy helping kids learn through play and creativity. I also have hands-on experience with dogs, including walking, feeding, and basic care, so I’m very comfortable around pets. I’m excited for the opportunity to bring my positive energy, reliability, and love for kids and animals to your team.

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Eliana 1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in South Orange, NJ

Hi! My name is Eliana and I am a lover of children and pets. I work from home full time and looking to help out where needed whether it’s taking care of your dog while you’re away or picking up your kiddo from school!

“Eliana was very patient and sweet with Soka, she took great care of her and she also took great care of my house. Great communication and very respectful. ”

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Brenda
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$33 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in South Orange, NJ

Experienced childcare professional and mother of three boys with over 5 years of hands-on experience in daycare and classroom settings. Worked as a teacher assistant for infants through age 5, supporting early childhood development, daily routines, and a safe, nurturing environment. Also experienced in home services, including light housekeeping, cleaning, and household organization. Brings 15+ years of professional experience as a dental office manager, offering strong organization, reliability, and excellent communication. Patient, attentive, and dependable with children of all ages.

“Our kids were extremely happy with her personality and fun sitter. ”

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in South Orange, NJ?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.67
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.97
  • Typical job length: 5.0 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 10,306 reviews in South Orange, NJ

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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 South Orange?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in South Orange is $25.67 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in South Orange.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in South Orange?

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