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534 available last-minute babysitters in Elmhurst, NY

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387 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.63/hr

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Sophia
Booked by 1 repeat family
3 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Elmhurst, NY

Hi! My name is Sophia and I currently work at an advertising agency. I'm the eldest daughter of 5 kids and so taking care of others at all stages of life has been something I've grown up with. I am offering child care, pet care, and household services. I have been babysitting for 12 years and nannied for 1 year and have enjoyed every opportunity I get to care for kids. I have experience with a wide range of age groups from infants to 12+ year olds. Families I have previously cared for say that I am kind, attentive, fun, compassionate, responsible, and always with a smile on my face. My responsibilities have included driving/to and from camps and swim lessons, crafts, and cooking. Some of my other skills include household services like cleaning. I was a paid cleaner for a year and in my personal life take pride in having a clean home. I also offer the services of running errands, laundry, and organizing. I have also had opportunities to care for a variety of pets - everything from dogs to cats to lizards to hamsters and more. My experience in pet sitting has involved walking, feeding, and playing with the animals.

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Anacelis $22 per hour for 1 child

Hi families! I have over 17 years of experience working with children and creating safe, supportive, and engaging environments. I’m CPR certified, lifeguard certified, and have spent the past 10 years teaching swim lessons to children of all ages, which has strengthened my patience, communication skills, and ability to stay calm in emergencies. I also have experience as an overnight camp counselor, supervising children, supporting routines, and ensuring their safety and well-being. I enjoy building meaningful connections with kids while being reliable, attentive, and someone families can feel comfortable trusting with their care.

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Margot $30 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Margot and I'm currently a School Counseling Ed.M. student at Teachers College, Columbia University. I am offering child care, pet care, and household services. I love working with children and have experience as a babysitter, elementary school literacy tutor, camp counselor for special needs children, and recreation assistant at a children's hospital. In all of these roles, I have used my creativity, empathy, and patience to engage children in play and learning, while maintaining a safe environment. I have babysat for both neurotypical and neurodivergent kids, providing flexible care depending on their needs and developmental levels. I am also happy to assist with homework, projects, and other assignments. I love crafts, music, science experiments, and anything that involves being imaginative and having fun. I also can help with household chores and errands, and I am happy to work with families with pets, as I am a big animal lover!

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Caitlyn $20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Elmhurst, NY

Hi! My name is Caitlyn , I am 22 years old, and I have recently moved to California from New York. My love for working with children started when I was around 8 years old when my mother opened her own preschool. Since she opened her school I spent as much time as I could there, helping every summer during summer camps, brainstorming new craft ideas, and helping her make sure each day was fun and exciting for the children. Through working with her for years I was able to get babysitting jobs for a variety of families. I used my knowledge of fun activities, crafts, and games from working at the preschool to make sure every time I was a sitter was a fun time for the kids. I have always loved the way children keep me on my toes and keep me curious about the world. I currently live in North Hollywood, I have a very flexible schedule, and have a car!

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Karen
Booked by 1 repeat family
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Elmhurst, NY

I am 25 years old and originally from Colombia. I live in Fresh Meadows, Queens. Open to work in NY and NJ. Experience: -I worked in two schools in my home country with children ranging from infants to five years old. -I was an au pair for 1 year. (Live-in nanny) -Babysitting for different families over 1 year. I am full of love and patience with children. Also, as the oldest of five siblings, I have always been involved in caring for younger children and learned various activities for the development of children. Childcare tasks and services provided: ✅Create engaging and playful activities. ✅ Cooking meals, feeding, preparing bottles. ✅ Helping with homework or school-related activities ✅ Getting kids ready for school or daycare. ✅ Putting kids to sleep ✅ Changing diapers ✅ Giving baths safely ✅ Picking up and dropping off at school. ✅ Organizing and tidying up play areas and bedrooms ✅ Supervising outdoor playtime References 📞 Responsible and punctual ⏰ Spanish speaker Pet lover 🐕 Taking care of children is a beautiful experience because it involves their most innocent stage, where adults have the great responsibility of positively influencing their development. Children are very curious, and you can learn a lot from them. I try to enjoy my siblings as much as possible while they are still kids. One of my dreams is to become a parent and create a beautiful family.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.63
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.97
  • Typical job length: 5.0 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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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 Elmhurst?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Elmhurst is $25.63 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Elmhurst.

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