"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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370 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.64/hr
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Guadalupe $25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Astoria, NY
My name is Guadalupe but you can call me Lulu (: I am 27 years old, graduated from Columbia University (CC’20), and now work in the non-profit field (LinkedIn:[removed] I’ve been working directly with kids in NY for about 5 years and help connect them to various educational resources. I mainly work with kids between 1st-10th grade, some of who have learning differences such as ADHD, autism, etc. Additionally, I have a lot of experience tutoring various academic subjects and Regents tests, as well. Fluent in English, Spanish, and intermediate Portuguese. I am looking forward to connecting, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. Thanks
Angelic $21 per hour for 1 child
I’m a Childhood Education major with several years of experience working with children in professional and educational settings. I’ve worked as an Assistant Teacher and After School Counselor, where I supported children’s learning, supervised activities, and helped maintain a safe and positive environment. I’m patient, responsible, and truly enjoy building positive connections with kids while creating a fun, supportive, and safe environment for them to grow and learn.
Holly $30 per hour for 1 child
I love working with kids of all ages but specialize in school ages 5-14. I currently work in a middle school as a social worker and have been working in the mental health field for over 10 years. I am fun loving, caring, and a good match for kids of all ages and needs to support in keeping their day running as smooth as possible. I love theater, art, museums, and reading.
Jesse $25 per hour for 1 child
High school teacher who previously worked as a life guard and swim teacher to children ages 3-15. I really enjoy connecting with children of all ages, whether it's hearing about the book they love, the new slang they're using or playing a board game with inventive rules.
Aliyah $28 per hour for 1 child
Hi! I have experience babysitting ages 2 months - 10 years old, teaching 2-5th graders in public school, leading parent + child art workshops, and working with neurodivergent teens/young adults. My approach is characterized by patience, curiosity, and compassion. Some example tasks I usually do are meal prep, light housekeeping, school pickups or drop-off, homework help, and activities. I am also Adult and Pediatric AED, CPR, and First Aid certified. Hope to hear from you soon : )
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Astoria, NY?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.64
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.96
- 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 10,377 reviews in Astoria, NY
"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 Astoria?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Astoria is $25.64 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Astoria.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Astoria?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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