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468 available last-minute babysitters in Forest Hills, NY

Families in Forest Hills use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
344 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.66/hr

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Solangel
Booked by 7 repeat families
11 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 16 families in Forest Hills, NY

Hello! My name is Solangel, and I’m a college student currently looking for one-time or part-time work during winter break. I have experience working with children from infancy through middle school. Most of my experience is with after-school programs, primarily with elementary school students, and I’ve also helped teach younger children both English and Spanish. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. Thank you!

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Ana
Booked by 4 repeat families
9 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 9 families in Forest Hills, 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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MariaKathia
Booked by 10 repeat families
8 reviews
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 11 families in Forest Hills, NY

Hi dear families, my name is Maria Kathia, I am from Peru. I speak English and Spanish. I worked in Peru droppings off kids to school and picking them up from school to take them home some of them kindergarten and other elementary and high school. In USA I have been working with new born, toddler and kids different ages for 19 years in Bergen County NJ. I’m 57 years old and my daughters are adults. I like to have good communication with the parents. I consider myself kind, respectful, punctual, discrete, responsible, and loving with kids. I like to work with kids, play with them and take them to their activities or school. Prepare easy meals. Be cautious of food allergies. Organize their toys. I’m active with good energy. I prioritize keep the kids safe and pay attention to them. I can drive to their appointments, school. I’m fine working with families with small or medium dogs. I have a French bulldog. I love cockatiels and mine lived for 20 years with me. I’m fully vaccinated and booster. I don’t smoke. I have CPR Certification 2024. I’m willing to work anywhere in NJ and NYC. Thank you for reading my introduction!

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Mashiyat
Booked by 4 repeat families
7 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 10 families in Forest Hills, NY

Hi, my name is Mashiyat and I have been working with kids since I was 16 and have always enjoyed it. I worked my summers in high school at a science and engineering camp where I was a counselor for ages 5-7. I became early education and care certified in college when I was a teaching assistant for the on campus daycare primarily as an infant/toddler daycare teacher. In addition to providing direct care for the babies in my classroom, I also have experience working with infants as a medical assistant for a pediatrician’s office and worked directly with families at a children’s hospital to enroll them into clinical trials. Although I have mostly worked with infants and toddlers, I also have experience with kids of all age groups from summer camp or other previous babysitting positions.

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Chantal
Booked by 1 repeat family
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Forest Hills, NY

Hi families! My name is Chantal and I’m a childcare provider based in NYC for 4 years with 6 years total of hands-on childcare experience. I am currently studying Childhood Education and have a strong background in child development! For the past 4 years, I worked closely with one long-term family, helping care for their child as they grew. As they’ve gotten older and no longer require care, I’m excited to connect with new families here on UrbanSitter! Throughout those years, I also worked consistently with several other wonderful families on an occasional basis, building strong relationships along the way! :) I genuinely enjoy creating a fun environment for kids, and arts & crafts are definitely one of my favorite go-to activities! While I’m new to UrbanSitter, childcare is absolutely not new to me! My profile may still be growing, but I’m happy to provide excellent references and recommendations from the amazing families I’ve worked with upon request. I look forward to meeting your family!

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.66
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.97
  • Typical job length: 5.0 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of November 2026

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2,163 sitters background checked in Forest Hills, NY

5.0 average star rating from total of 10,420 reviews in Forest Hills, 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 Forest Hills?

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Forest Hills?

As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in Forest Hills is $25.66 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Forest Hills.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Forest Hills?

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