"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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366 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.65/hr
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Christina $8 per hour for 1 child
Hey, My name is Christina. Here is why you should choose me to take care of your loved one: I love cooking and baking so whoever I’m with we can make delicious meals together. In my free time I go to the gym, swim and garden. While in high school I was on the swim team and attended a culinary highschool. During highschool I was tutor for math and science with over 800 hours of experience; so I can help your child with there studying. I am attending Cornell University for food science and I minoring in nutrition. I also have 4 amazing dogs so don’t worry about your pets around me I am more than happy to take care of them. Please let me know what I can do to make your loved ones experience with me the best it can be!
Sara $40 per hour for 1 child
My name is Sara, I am a bilingual nanny with 20 years of experience taking care of children. I have experience with newborns, toddlers and children up to 12 years of age. I love and enjoy taking care of children, they are so adorable and fun to be around. I have my resume and great references upon request.
Rebecca $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Beck (she/they) and I am sitter/caregiver with 10+ years of experience. I have been a nanny/sitter in the city for over dozens of families for kids ages newborn-13 years old (including experience with twins and triplets!). I am also comfortable being a caregiver for seniors and children/adults with different abilities and special needs as I have cared for both. My prior responsibilities include driving, creative outlets (music and dance as I have a background in those), cooking, house work/cleaning, and running errands. I am also comfortable with any type of pet you may have and offer pet/house sitting as well! I look forward to meeting you and your family!
Yuka $25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in East Elmhurst, NY
Hi, I am Yuka and I’m a dance educator based in NYC. I have over 15 years of experience teaching dance for kids (ages 4-17) I love animals, especially cats!
Clara $26 per hour for 1 child
Hello! My name is Clara, and I am a caring, dependable, and patient caregiver with a passion for helping others. I am a proud mother of four wonderful children, who are now between the ages of 19 and 42, and a loving grandmother. My experience raising a large family has taught me compassion, responsibility, organization, and the importance of creating a safe and nurturing environment. In addition to my personal caregiving experience, I have worked as a teacher’s aide supporting children with special needs, where I developed strong communication, problem-solving, and caregiving skills. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, which allows me to connect with more families. I enjoy helping with daily routines, meal preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, and providing attentive, respectful care. Families describe me as trustworthy, calm, reliable, and compassionate. My goal is to make your loved one feel comfortable, valued, and cared for while giving your family peace of mind.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in East Elmhurst, NY?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.65
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.98
- Typical job length: 5.0 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of November 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 10,424 reviews in East Elmhurst, 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 East Elmhurst?
As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in East Elmhurst is $25.65 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in East Elmhurst.
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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