"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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Maya $15 per hour for 1 child
Hi- My name is Maya and I am currently a junior at NYU. I am offering childcare, pet care, and household services. I have always loved being a babysitter and spending time with kids and have taken care of mostly 4 year olds and older and a 1 year old since being in high school. I also worked as a summer camp counselor for 3 years with loads of different aged children. I also tutored young children in high school and have worked with high school children since being in college. A fun fact about me is I am fluent in French if any children happen to be needing language help. I am mostly looking for childcare opportunities as I absolutely adore looking after children and watching them grow and experience all the energy and joy they have to offer. I am a responsible, attentive, and energetic caretaker, am very patient when need be, and will be able to communicate with children and parents about anything that may come up. I can also work as a household assistant and can run errands, as well as love caring for all sorts of animals and would also be interested in pet care services. *I will be out of town June 19-29 my schedule is very clear and flexible before and after that
Anaya $21 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Anaya and I am a Sophomore at Purchase college but I am based in Brooklyn, New york. I am offering child care as well as the occasional pet care. I really enjoy taking care of children and have been watching toddlers/ kids since I was 15 years old. Although I cannot cook, I can help kids with their homework, keep them company, play with them, keep the house nice and tidy, and run errands via public transportation. Im available every day except for the weekends (Friday Saturday and Sunday)and work mainly in the afternoon/evening. Feel free to reach out!!
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Maddie $15 per hour for 1 child
Hi! I’m Maddie, a 22 year old recent college graduate who just started working full time as a paralegal in Manhattan. I’m looking for some extra work with flexible scheduling and really miss my many previous jobs working with children, so I figured this would be the perfect fit!
Felice $25 per hour for 1 child
I have over 25 years of experience. I have worked as a nanny and caregiver. I am a Granadian. Fun loving, energetic, mentally and physically. Many years of experience. Great physical shape. Secondary school education - Hilsbarrow Government School in Carriacou, Granada.
Jaylenn $23 per hour for 1 child
I am a 19 year old dedicated college student pursuing a nursing career under pediatrics seeking to expand my work ethic with an understanding of children’s behavior and needs. I am an enthusiastic, caring, and organized individual looking to grow as a person and professional every day while prioritizing children. I am a young lady myself, but i prioritize the safety of children with softness and calmness and will forever care over any child like they are my own family.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Howard Beach, NY?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.65
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $31.00
- Typical job length: 5.0 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of November 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!"
Jenny S., parent
"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 Howard Beach?
As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in Howard Beach is $25.65 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Howard Beach.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Howard Beach?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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