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286 available last-minute babysitters in Bronx, NY

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

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Ana
Booked by 4 repeat families
9 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 9 families in Bronx, NY

Hi. I live in Manhattan with my husband and my dog. None smoker & comfortable with Pets. I have a nursing background degree. I love children and have been taking care of them since I was 20 years old. I am caring, patient and fun to be with. My profile states am “not accepting “ new family, that is incorrect.

“A genuinely kind and respectful soul. Ana has been and will continue to be our trusted go-to in NYC.”

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Absa
Booked by 34 repeat families
68 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 95 families in Bronx, NY

Hello- My name is Absa and I am currently a graduate student at New York University. I am offering child care, senior care, and household services. I first began babysitting professionally at the age of 14 for a few families in my neighborhood but since that have developed a lot of experience working in the California Bay Area, Washington, D.C., and NYC areas. I have cared for infants, toddlers, and kids; my responsibilities including crafts, tutoring, even teaching beginner/intermediate level gymnastics. I am comfortable with household services and cooking as well if necessary. I have worked with families with pets in the past, and am happy to again.

“Absa was such a great baby sitter! She was friendly, punctual, communicative, and played really well with my 2 year old. Will hire again :)”

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Elyse
Booked by 19 repeat families
34 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 55 families in Bronx, NY

**To keep all of the kids I work with healthy, I mask at school, in crowded public spaces, and while babysitting.** I am a Covid-conscious learning specialist available in Manhattan on nights and weekends. I have been babysitting for 15+ years for children of all ages, and in my day job, I work with 4th-12th graders. I've also taught elementary ESL, MS and HS literature and health, and K-2 drama. I’ve worked for a pediatrician’s office and an infant/toddler nursery as well as been a nanny, a camp counselor, and a drama teacher—when it comes to kids, you name it, and I’ve done it!

“Wonderful experience with sitter being reliable, communicative and professional. ”

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Havina
Booked by 1 repeat family
3 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Bronx, NY

Hello! My name is Havina. I was born and raised in NYC. I graduated from Emory University in Atlanta with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) May 2024. I have extensive experience with children of all ages. I have babysat for eight different families in NYC (age range newborn-15). Additionally, I worked in Mount Sinai's Labor & Delivery unit as a Student Nurse Intern (2023). I have volunteered with children at Mount Sinai's Kravis Children's Hospital. I have also tutored elementary and middle school children. I am conversational in Spanish. I have experience with cat-sitting and dog-sitting. I have also taken care of my elderly grandmother with dementia for the last six years. Overall, I love being with people and animals of all kinds and ages! I am currently working as an RN, but in my free time, I will continue to babysit and be flexible.

“Havina was great with our kids (ages 7 and 10). She was very professional, kind, and friendly. The kids looked forward to seeing her each day. We had no issues at all and look forward to calling her back again in the future!”

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Tanisha
Booked by 4 repeat families
3 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 families in Bronx, NY

My name is Tanisha. I love working with children. I am responsible and dependable, but also fun and energetic. I am 30 years old and have up-to-date CPR and First Aid certifications as well as the COVID vaccine. With me, your children will have fun, playing and learning rather than just sitting in front of a television. I have over 10 years of experience, I'm comfortable with newborns to young teens; My hobbies include fitness and reading.

“Tanisha is warm, reliable and a pleasure ro be around”

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.61
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.92
  • Typical job length: 5.0 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

Recent babysitter activity in Bronx, NY

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2,209 sitters background checked in Bronx, NY

5.0 average star rating from total of 10,355 reviews in Bronx, 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 Bronx?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near Bronx 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 Bronx?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Bronx is $25.61 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Bronx.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Bronx?

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