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10 available last-minute babysitters in Spotswood, NJ

Families in Spotswood use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
8 available today | Avg hourly rate: $24.10/hr

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Gabrielle $23 per hour for 1 child

Hi families! I’m a warm, patient, and reliable caregiver who genuinely loves working with children. I have experience with toddlers and young kids, and I enjoy creating fun, engaging, and safe environments. I’m attentive, organized, and happy to help with daily routines!

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Gianny $22 per hour for 1 child

Experienced and dependable nanny with 5 years of experience providing exceptional care to children of various ages. Certified in First Aid and CPR, ensuring safety and emergency readiness. Passionate about engaging children in creative and age-appropriate activities that promote learning, development, and fun. I have experience with meal preparation, sleep training strategies, and potty training. im looking for a full time starting in April Known for building strong relationships with families and fostering a nurturing environment

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Tara $50 per hour for 1 child

I am an experienced early childhood educator with 5 years of teaching experience in early preschool and preschool classrooms. I specialize in supporting children ages 2 to 5 through engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that build strong foundational skills in literacy, handwriting, and phonological awareness. I use trusted, research-based programs such as Handwriting Without Tears and Heggerty Phonological Awareness to make learning fun, hands-on, and effective. My goal is to help each child grow in confidence and readiness for kindergarten while fostering a love of learning

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Layne
Booked by 14 repeat families
34 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 44 families in Spotswood, NJ

I recently moved to Highland Park and will be starting my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at Rutgers (New Brunswick) this September. At the moment, I am only looking for occasional babysitting jobs. Before moving to NJ this summer, I lived in New York City for five years while completing my master’s degree at Columbia University and working in the field of youth mental health. My education in Clinical Psychology, along with my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Child Development from UC Davis, has given me a strong understanding of child development, behavior, and children’s needs. I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages in a variety of settings. I’ve had numerous part-time nanny and babysitting jobs with children ranging from newborns to 15 years old. I also worked as a camp counselor for many years and as a math and reading tutor. I’m happy to help with homework, tutoring, and even college applications. I am reliable, extremely empathetic, kind, and funny, and I easily connect with kids to create a fun and safe environment. Lastly, I am a big animal lover and am open to pet sitting jobs as well!

“Wonderful, responsible, and kind. Hope we can work with her again. ”

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Fizha $16 per hour for 1 child

I’m a caring, reliable, and responsible caregiver with years of experience caring for children. As an aunt to 15 nieces and nephews, I’ve been helping care for kids since I was 10 years old and have experience with children of different ages and personalities. I’m very comfortable around kids and tend to connect with them easily—I’m often the person they are excited to see! I’m patient, attentive, dependable, and enjoy keeping children engaged through play, activities, and outings. I also have my own car and can safely take children to nearby activities, parks, libraries, appointments, or other approved locations. My goal is always to make sure children feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while giving parents peace of mind.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.10
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.82
  • Typical job length: 4.8 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 251 reviews in Spotswood, 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 Spotswood?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Spotswood is $24.10 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Spotswood.

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Spotswood?

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