"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."
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136 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.66/hr
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Mary J. $25 per hour for 1 child
Hello! My name is Mary, and I am a preschool special education teacher currently working in Queens, NY. I am offering childcare services along with light housekeeping, including cleaning, vacuuming, laundry, and preparing simple snacks. I have a strong passion for teaching children and have been in the field of early childhood education for sixteen years. I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, teenagers, and young adults, with the majority of my experience focused on children ages 2–5. My responsibilities as a teacher include lesson planning, creating hands-on crafts, and reading age-appropriate storybooks. I am comfortable working in homes with small dogs; however, I am not accustomed to working with other pets, such as cats, hamsters, or large dogs
Jessica $16 per hour for 1 child
Hi ! My name is Jessica, I am very outgoing and would love to provide my services where needed. I have good experience with kids, I tend to help family members with taking care of my cousins. As well as taking care of my niece, picking her up from her designated bus stop and helping her with homework. I love working with pets as well, I have a cat and dog of my own, so there will be no issue with shedding. Activities that I do enjoy are painting, running, reading, dancing and talking.
Mary $20 per hour for 1 child
Good afternoon, I am a retired Registered Nurse for 2 years and the mother of a lovely 40 year old son Was raised on Long Island and i am one of 4 children In addition i was fortunate to live near my cousins and extended family I enjoy children and demonstrate patience and flexibility My goal is to work part time and i am flexible to go to Manhattan ,Brooklyn and Queens Enjoy my friends, going to museums and historic city walks Wishing you a safe day Kindly, Mary
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yalitza $26 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Hollis, NY
Hi families! I’m yalitza or yali for short. im a kind, patient, and dependable caregiver who genuinely loves spending time with kids. I enjoy creating a fun, safe, and positive environment where children can learn, play, and feel comfortable. Whether it’s doing crafts, playing outside, or simply being someone they can count on, I’m always happy to help. I understand how important it is for families to have someone they can trust, and I strive to be reliable, caring, and supportive. I also speak Spanish and love art and reading. i’m going into my second year of college and im majoring in health studies. im also experienced & comfortably with pets! i have 3 cats! anyways i would love the opportunity to help your family whenever you need an extra hand! don’t be afraid to reach out :))
Margarita $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi! I’m 25 years old and I work at children’s parties on weekends, doing face painting, balloon twisting, and other entertainment activities. I’ve been doing this for over three years. I also offer dog sitting in my home together with my fiancé. I love being around kids and animals — they bring so much joy and warmth into life! 🐶 I’m looking for extra opportunities to work in my free time, which is why I decided to create a profile here. My schedule is quite flexible, although I’m usually busy on weekends. I’d love to chat and discuss all the details personally! ✨
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Hollis, NY?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.66
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.98
- Typical job length: 5.0 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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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!"
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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 :)"
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Hollis?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Hollis is $25.66 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Hollis.
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Hollis?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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