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471 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.
326 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.64/hr

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Rose Mary $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi, I am Rose. I am HHA, CPR and AED in USA. I speak Spanish and studying english. I have extensive experience caring children. I worked as a personal assistant for the PPL agency, providing care for adults. I love working in the care of children, adults, and pets. I can cook and clean; I am creative and enjoy planning activities and playing. I can also assist with homework and transport children to various activities. I am friendly, caring, responsible, punctual, and proactive.

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Bayla $21 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Bayla. I offer childcare, pet care, and household services. I love working with kids! For the last year, I have been working for Reading Partners at an elementary school in Brooklyn, providing extra literacy support to students in grades K-5. This summer I am an assistant teacher at Wonderforest Preschool! I have experience with all age groups. I always center patience, enthusiasm, and understanding when working with kids. I love to allow kids to explore their natural curiosity and better understand who they are. I am looking for a role as an after-school nanny this school year, with flexibility in the afternoon hours. I also have pet care experience and can support with household work where necessary. I am happy to support your family in any way that I can!

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Natalie $25 per hour for 1 child

Hello! I am a NYcertified elementary teacher(Kinder-6th) with 7 years of full-time teaching experience along with 15+ years of babysitting experience. I am currently working on my Masters in Ed. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy being active and love teaching!

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Alexandra $32 per hour for 1 child

Hi, I’m Alexandra, 26 years old. I’m a responsible, friendly, and caring babysitter with 5 years of experience looking after kids of all ages, from babies to teens. I love getting creative with crafts and games, and I’m always happy to help out with cooking and light household tasks. Most of my experience comes from babysitting nieces and nephews of different ages, so I’m comfortable adapting to different personalities and needs. While I don’t hold a formal CPR/first-aid certification, I completed first-aid training in school and I’m always alert and prepared when caring for children. I’m available for morning shifts and on Saturdays, or at night after 8 PM. One recent family shared this about our time together: “Completely satisfied — she kept our son entertained for 7 hours straight with lots of variety. Impressively good.” (5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐) I’d love the chance to meet your family and help care for your little ones!

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Anya $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi, I’m Anya! I’m a New York City native offering child care, dog-sitting, and house-sitting services across the city. I know every neighborhood and train line like the back of my hand! I hold a BFA with a minor in Business Marketing and currently work a corporate 9-to-5, but I’ve always loved caring for kids. I babysat throughout college and grew up as the eldest of two younger brothers. I also frequently babysit my 12-year-old niece. I work in digital media, so I know all about the latest kid trends - huge fan of K Pop Demon Hunters! I’m responsible, creative, and patient, and I love keeping kids engaged with fun activities like art projects, games, or chess. I cook healthy meals, speak two languages, and am great with dogs (but allergic to cats). I also played volleyball throughout high school, so I'm familiar with sports and a huge advocate for fitness. Also happy to help with homework! I excelled at math, English, and history. Reliable, nurturing, and upbeat. I live in the city, so open to last-minute babysitting needs!

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.64
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.94
  • 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 10,345 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 much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Forest Hills?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Forest Hills is $25.64 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?

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

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