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462 available last-minute babysitters in Flushing, NY

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324 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.64/hr

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Kathleen
Booked by 61 repeat families
76 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 125 families in Flushing, NY

Hello NYC (and traveling) Families, I have 17+ years of childcare experience, including several years working in NYC charter schools. I am currently attending graduate school full-time. I'm CPR/AED and First Aid certified and up to date on all immunizations. What I love most about childcare is helping children build confidence, develop new skills, and discover their interests. In my free time, I enjoy reading, trying new restaurants, hiking, and traveling. If you have any questions, feel free to message me or schedule a FaceTime. Happy to connect! :)

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Sylvia
Booked by 15 repeat families
21 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 31 families in Flushing, 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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Vashti
Booked by 10 repeat families
13 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 15 families in Flushing, NY

Hi! My name is Vashti, and I’m a dedicated caregiver with over 10 years of professional experience working with children and families. I’ve had the pleasure of building long lasting relationships with multiple families, including clients I’ve worked with for 11, 8, and 6 years. I’m passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can learn, grow, and feel supported. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, biking, attending Broadway plays and musicals, and going to concerts. I love staying active, exploring new experiences, and bringing that same sense of curiosity and adventure to the children I care for!

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Valentina
Booked by 3 repeat families
7 reviews
$24 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 17 families in Flushing, NY

Hey my name is Valentina. I’m a professional, reliable nanny with many years of experience caring for ages 7 months old to 16 years old. I’m especially strong with routines and transitions feeding, naps, play, homework, and bedtime so children feel secure and days run smoothly. Families describe me as structured, flexible, and hands-on. I balance warmth and playfulness with clear boundaries and consistency, which works well for both young children and school-aged kids. I help with taking children to appointments and afterschool activities, support homework, meal prep, and light cleaning, and provide occasional date-night babysitting. I keep parents updated regularly, sharing how their child is doing throughout the day. I take care of the details from activities to routines so children feel secure and parents know everything is handled. I also provide reliable pet care and have plenty of experience keeping animals on schedule. I’m comfortable feeding, walking, washing, and administering medication as needed. I have hands-on experience with my own two dogs and a cat, so I understand the attention, routine, and care pets need to stay happy and healthy. I’m also in college attaining my degree in digital marketing. I look forward to the opportunity to meet you and your children and hope to hear from you soon!

“Valentina was wonderful! Great communicator, was on time, text to keep me aware, and my son loved her.”

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Moneca
Booked by 53 repeat families
95 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 148 families in Flushing, NY

Hi! I'm Moni. I work in a flexible freelance role, and occasionally babysit and help with organizing spaces on the side when I'm free. I've always had a nuturing side from a young age from helping out my family with their kiddos and for many pets. I'm comfortable around all creatures- including farm animals and reptiles:) I have plenty experience caring for newborns to teens, and always encourage exploring their creativity, learning abilities, and talents in whatever it may be. I was a jazz/tap dancer at a younger age so I love dance. Plus hiking and cycling, DIY, gardening, music, cooking, theatre, painting, and organizing spaces. In my free time I volunteer at different organizations for youth and animals, and go to as many museums and road trips as I can. Note: I’m open to lower hourly/flat rate for pet/animal care, and able to help walk/feed/do check-ins/companion time for pets.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.64
  • 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 10,441 reviews in Flushing, 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 Flushing?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Flushing is $25.64 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Flushing.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Flushing?

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