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474 available last-minute babysitters in Forest Hills, NY

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

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CeeCee $21 per hour for 1 child

Hi! 🌟 My name is CeeCee, and I bring a touch of Southern charm all the way from Georgia to Jersey! 🍑 I've always loved looking after kids, starting with my own younger sister and extending to children of family friends over the years. I'm responsible, caring, and ready to make babysitting a fun and memorable experience for your family. I love engaging kids in fun activities such as arts and crafts, reading and outdoor play. Ensuring they have a great time while in my care is my top priority!

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Aileen $30 per hour for 1 child

Heyy! My name is Aileen. I’m an experienced educator with 18 years of working with children, including 13 years as a paraprofessional with the Department of Education supporting students in special education. I also hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and have experience working with children of different learning styles, personalities, and needs. In addition to my school-day experience, I worked for 15 years in an afterschool program as a group leader during the school year and as a summer camp coordinator. In these roles, I planned activities, supported homework time, supervised groups of children, and helped create a safe and positive environment where kids could learn, grow, and have fun. I make it a priority that children feel heard, understood, and cared for while maintaining clear routines and safety at all times. I’m happy to answer any questions and would love the opportunity to support your family.

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Ashlyn $18 per hour for 1 child

Hey there! My name is Ashlyn I am a freshman dance major at NYU Tisch! I provide childcare, dog care, cooking, errands, tutoring, and cleaning services! I've grown up with a younger brother and three younger sisters(all the same age) and with both my parents working full time Jobs I've done a lot of childcare including cooking, cleaning, laundry, and chauffeuring. I also have worked as a dance teacher for children ages 18 months- 15 years old for three years now and I absolutely love watching kids grow and learn! I've done lots of dog sitting, house sitting, tutoring, baby sitting, and was hired as a personal driver. I love playing board games and am happy to help with homework! I have worked with special needs kids before and am CPR certified as well as first aid trained! I am allergic to cats but I love working with dogs!

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Karina
Booked by 3 repeat families
2 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Forest Hills, NY

Hi there! I'm Karina, a recent NYU graduate offering child and pet care! As the eldest in my family I've been working with kids since I was little and love to work with the PreK-12 age range. I also work as an after school lead tutor with the NYPL during the school year and can help that same age range with any homework subject. I can work with children individually or with as many as 5 kids at a time. I speak fluent Spanish and intermediate French. My goal with children is to inspire a love of learning and sense of wonder in the world around them and to do so through fostering curiosity, empathy, and a mutual sense of respect. Additionally, I'm often the first person my friends call up to petsit and am comfortable with cats and dogs, including those with medical 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: $30.95
  • 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 10,439 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 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?

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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