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45 available last-minute babysitters in Elmont, NY

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42 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.68/hr

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Jade $26 per hour for 1 child

Hello , I bring a unique blend of patience, creativity, and professional childcare expertise. I have worked with children of all ages for over 8 years . I have held a sitter job for the last 5 years for children under the age of 3. I have worked substitute teacher in the NYC DOE and behavior technician, I founded Learning Ladder Innovations, a tutoring service that supports children with language development, academic enrichment, and confidence-building. I am CPR/First Aid certified and offer a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports children’s emotional, social, and academic growth. I am also a mom myself , so I know the feeling of having someone safe and nurturing!!

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Kalsang $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is kalsang. I’m a dependable and friendly caregiver with experience working with children from infant up to age 9. I truly love what I do and take pride in creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for little ones. I'm also happy to help out with light housekeeping, run errands when needed, and I get along great with pets. If you're looking for someone responsible, warm, and ready to jump in wherever needed, I’d love to help!

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Christel $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I'm Christel. I'm a caring, responsible, and patient person who genuinely enjoys spending time with children. Over the past few years, I've gained hands-on experience helping care for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children ranging from 7 months to 10 years old. From keeping little ones entertained with activities, helping with daily routines, and caring for them independently when needed, I always strive to create a safe and fun environment. I'm dependable, attentive, and love building positive relationships with both children and their families.

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Emma $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I’m offering services for part-time baby-sitting or after school assistance. I began baby-sitting and nannying at 14 and have also enjoyed working with kids in educational capacities: tennis coach, summer camp instructor and youth theater programs. I have experience doing school pick up and drop off, homework help, light housework and cooking. I am happy to help around the house as needed and to cook as much as possible. At 27, I currently work part-time in the nonprofit arts and have a flexible schedule. I’m deeply passionate about art, education, communication and community. And I’m great with crafts!

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Sofia $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Sofia, and I’m going into my junior year at Caldwell University, where I’m a student-athlete on the women’s basketball team. I’m responsible, reliable, and love working with kids of all ages. I come from a big, close-knit family and have been taking care of my younger cousins and family members for as long as I can remember. Spending time with kids has always come naturally to me, and I truly enjoy helping them learn, grow, and have fun. (I also have two cats and a dog.) As a college athlete, I’m energetic, patient, and know how to keep children engaged while making sure they’re always safe. I’ve consistently been on the Dean’s List at Caldwell University and am a member of the National Honor Society, so I’m also happy to help with homework, studying, and creating positive learning habits while making schoolwork feel less stressful. My responsibilities have included driving children to and from camps, practices, sports, and other activities, planning arts and crafts, playing at the playground, helping with homework, and organizing fun games and activities. Since I play college basketball, I especially love staying active with kids through sports, outdoor play, and anything that keeps them moving and having fun. I’m flexible, dependable, and understand how important it is for parents to have someone they can trust. Whether it’s helping with busy after-school schedules, keeping little ones entertained, or simply being another caring and positive role model, I’m always happy to help however I can. I look forward to meeting your family! 😊

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.68
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $31.02
  • 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 9,991 reviews in Elmont, 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 much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Elmont?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Elmont is $25.68 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Elmont.

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Elmont?

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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?

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