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577 available last-minute babysitters in Astoria, NY

Families in Astoria use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
349 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.61/hr

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Kelly
Booked by 60 repeat families
83 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 134 families in Astoria, NY

Hi! I'm Kelly. I have 20+ years of childcare experience with specializations in infant care and autism care. I hold a BA in English from UNCG and an MA in literature from CCNY. My favorite thing to do with children of all ages is share my love for reading. I have 4 years of teaching experience including ADHD executive functioning coaching and teaching English at the undergraduate level. I work in non-profit communications.

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Emma
Booked by 50 repeat families
69 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 104 families in Astoria, NY

Hello all! My name is Emma, and I am a current doctorate student at Hofstra studying clinical psychology. I have been babysitting/nannying for over 10 years now and have a master’s in human development and education from Harvard’s graduate school of education. This past year I nannied and weekend sat for families with children ranging in age from 6 months to 12 years. I love taking kids to play outside at parks, doing crafts and coloring, and answering questions from inquisitive little ones. In addition, I am a certified lifeguard with three years of experience and have also taught swim lessons to 1-10 year olds for over five years. I currently teach private swim lessons in NYC. Contact me if it sounds like I'd be a good fit to your family, I look forward to hearing from you! References by request.

“This was our first time using UrbanSitter, and we’re so glad we chose Emma! She was incredibly warm, professional, and put us at ease right away. She connected quickly with our son and kept us updated throughout the evening with thoughtful communication, which allowed my wife and me to fully enjoy our date night. We came home to a happy little guy and couldn’t have asked for a better first experience. Thank you, Emma!”

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Sylvia
Booked by 15 repeat families
21 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 31 families in Astoria, NY

Hello! I’m a 29 year old student double majoring in Social Sciences at Columbia University. I’m originally from San Diego, CA & the Tijuana, BC area in Mexico. I’m CPR and First Aid Certified, speak English, Spanish, & conversational French. I’ve been caring for children over 10 years! I’m the best at pretend play, board games, crafts, singing and dancing with the kiddos. I clean up after all our activities which I strive to make engaging, educational, and fun; no matter the age group! I’ve cared for multiple (10+) children at a time, special needs children, have assisted at events, cared for sick children, children with allergies, and have also worked in a daycare setting environment. The ages of the children I’ve cared for range from 4 weeks - 16 years old. I have plenty references I’d be delighted to provide, including my latest long term position in the city. I can pick up/drop off and drive around your children, have a valid drivers license and clean driving record, can tutor or help with homework. I truly love spending time with children and enjoy their company, I value the flexibility of my profession and difference from a 9-5 job. I’m really excited to find a family that will be the best fit for me and hope to soon be the best fit for someone else! My goal is to provide the best service possible without a transactional experience. Thank you so much for taking the time to review my profile!

“Sylvia is great! She’s really good at communication and she’s incredibly punctual. She’s awesome with my daughter and you can tell she actually cares and wants to make the experience fun for the child. 10/10 recommend, will definitely be booking again !! ”

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Lindsay
Booked by 12 repeat families
12 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 17 families in Astoria, NY

Hi there! I graduated from Tufts University with a major in Political Science and have worked in foreign policy on Capitol Hill for several years before moving into contract specialization here in NYC. I spent four summers as a preschool teacher working with children ages 1 to 5 and spent two years working with fourth graders, in addition to regular babysitting, and I absolutely love working with kids! I also have a year's experience as a full-time professional nanny for a single family with a toddler. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions about availability or would like to learn more about me as a babysitter. I am also happy to provide additional references upon request from my full-time childcare jobs, if you would like them in addition to my reviews listed here on the website. I look forward to hearing from you!

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Ndina
Booked by 21 repeat families
20 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 45 families in Astoria, NY

Trustworthy, patient and hard working nanny with more then +9 years experience, caring for children from newborn to school going age in many different family settings. I have worked as Friday night or Saturday night, weekend sitter, overnight, weeknights or on call sitter for some great families and looking for extra babysitting hours, short notice or part time position. I had fun traveling with families seeing some great places and having fun while working. My duties where but not limited to; making sure that the kids are bathed, ready for bed, read them stories, play board games, taking them to after school activities,provide safety, sleep training, prepare kids meals, feeding and other child related duties including some light housekeeping, dog walking, running errands and working extra hours when required.

“Wonderful, reliable sitter! Ndina is my go to babysitter. She is friendly, communicative and experienced. My 2-year old loves her. It always gives me peace of mind knowing Ndina is watching the baby when I need to be away.”

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Astoria, NY?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.61
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.95
  • 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 10,268 reviews in Astoria, NY

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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 do I find a last-minute babysitter in Astoria?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near Astoria who are available can respond to your request. Before choosing, you can view profiles, parent reviews, and shared connections.

How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Astoria?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Astoria is $25.61 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?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check. You can also read reviews from Astoria families and see shared connections before you book. See what's included in the background check.

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Astoria?

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