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276 available last-minute babysitters in Fresh Meadows, NY

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

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Jaden
Booked by 4 repeat families
5 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 11 families in Fresh Meadows, NY

Hello my name is Jaden and I’m NYC based. I have a very flexible schedule and have lots of experience taking care of children. I’ve worked as a camp counselor at a summer camp for kids of all ages, babysat regularly throughout school, and have nanny’d for multiple families now throughout the city. Some of my hobbies include baking, bike riding, watching movies, and reading.

“Jaden is excellent. He was punctual and immediately engaged with the kids. They always enjoy their time with him. ”

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Havina
Booked by 1 repeat family
3 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Fresh Meadows, NY

Hello! My name is Havina. I was born and raised in NYC. I graduated from Emory University in Atlanta with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) May 2024. I have extensive experience with children of all ages. I have babysat for eight different families in NYC (age range newborn-15). Additionally, I worked in Mount Sinai's Labor & Delivery unit as a Student Nurse Intern (2023). I have volunteered with children at Mount Sinai's Kravis Children's Hospital. I have also tutored elementary and middle school children. I am conversational in Spanish. I have experience with cat-sitting and dog-sitting. I have also taken care of my elderly grandmother with dementia for the last six years. Overall, I love being with people and animals of all kinds and ages! I am currently working as an RN, but in my free time, I will continue to babysit and be flexible.

“Havina was great with our kids (ages 7 and 10). She was very professional, kind, and friendly. The kids looked forward to seeing her each day. We had no issues at all and look forward to calling her back again in the future!”

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Mashiyat
Booked by 4 repeat families
7 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 10 families in Fresh Meadows, 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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Tanha
Booked by 4 repeat families
3 reviews
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Fresh Meadows, NY

Hi! I’m Tanha, and have been babysitting for most of my life. I grew up as one of the oldest, with tons of littles around at any given time, I still have little cousins under 5 years old to watch. I also have little nephews that I absolutely adore. Holding a college degree, I'm experienced in caring for children aged 0-11, and comfortable with up to three children at a time. I'm patient, creative, and always approachable. I enjoy engaging children with board games, puzzles, and educational activities, and reading together. I prioritize open communication with you, using your preferred method to discuss your child's day. I'm also comfortable following your household rules. Ultimately, my goal is to provide a safe and enriching environment where your children can thrive, and I look forward to the possibility of becoming a part of your family's support system. I love cats and dogs and am comfortable being around them, I have 2 of my own sweet kitties. I am also very clean and tend to tidy up when I have downtime

“Tanha was a great fit for us! She and my daughter hit it off instantly. She was pleasant and attentive to my daughter and helped her with her bedtime routine. They bonded over their love of animals. Would def book her for childcare help again. ”

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Andrea
Booked by 1 repeat family
3 reviews
Booked by 4 families in Fresh Meadows, NY

Hi! My name is Andrea and I would be happy to help you care for your children. I am 28 years old and a current university student at Baruch College studying business with a flexible schedule. My experience with children begins from 2[removed]. I have worked with a 14 month old, and two brothers ages 6 and 9 throughout the years. I have also worked as a Teacher's Assistant for after-school religion classes (CCD), and tutored children from low-income groups. Working with your children would be a great opportunity for me and I'd be happy to help you! I am able to provide you my recent reference to further support my qualifications. Hope to hear from you! Thanks

“Andrea helped watch my daughters (11 and 12), and they loved her. She’s calm, sweet, and communicative with them. They enjoy their time with her.”

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Fresh Meadows, 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 10,385 reviews in Fresh Meadows, 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 Fresh Meadows?

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

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Fresh Meadows?

Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Fresh Meadows can respond. In most cities, the average response time for urgent requests is under two minutes.

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