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532 available last-minute babysitters in Jackson Heights, NY

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368 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.65/hr

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Anisa 1 review
$21 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Anisa. I work evenings and take classes part-time in Midtown. I am offering child care services to families. With my current work/class schedule, I am generally available Wednesdays until midday (around 3:30p) and on weekends (Saturday/Sunday). I’ve been babysitting for my family since 2024. I have experience watching an eight-year-old child (now a preteen) and a toddler (three years old). I enjoy the arts, acting, dancing, singing, playing all kinds of games, going for walks outside in nature, and anything that stimulates the imagination. I am familiar with tasks such as homework help, managing medication, bathroom hygiene and potty maintenance, feeding, changing, bathing, and picking up/driving from school. I am not currently Adult/Child/Infant CPR & First Aid certified but am willing and actively looking into getting my certification asap. I can also help with basic household chores if necessary. And I grew up around dogs, cats, birds (parrots) and fish, so I am comfortable working around or with common household pets if there are any in the house with your kids. I am Pet First Aid & CPR certified as well.

“Anisa is one of the most thoughtful and caring people I've ever worked with - consistently kind, considerate and even-tempered.”

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Em
Booked by 1 repeat family
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Jackson Heights, NY

Hello :) I'm Em! I'm a Brooklyn-based musician born and raised in New Jersey. I'm an enthusiastic and experienced babysitter. I've been watching infants through 8 year olds since I was a teenager. I also have experience watching special needs children. I like to read, play games, do crafts, and when it's not too cold be outside! I have a license and am experienced in driving city streets if needed!

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Andrea
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Jackson Heights, NY

Hi dear families! I am looking for one-time or part-time nanny jobs. I am a creative, patient, responsible, and reliable nanny with 7+ years of experience caring for and teaching children from 4 months to 12 years old. I am flexible and able to handle unexpected changes in schedules or situations with ease, grace, and confidence. ________________ Education Bachelor’s Degree in Language teaching. 2013 - 2019 La salle University Bogota, Colombia ______________ Skills CPR training Meal preparation homework help Bilingual (Spanish and English ) Non smoker Pet friendly vaccinated ________________ Experience: Live-out Nanny 2[removed] Private Residence/Manhattan NY Provided daily care for a 4-month-old baby from 8:30 AM - 5/6 PM. •Prepared bottles, fed the baby, and followed a nap schedule. •Read books and organize outdoor activities, including walks and playdates. •Supported developmental activities as the baby grew. •Performed light housekeeping (child’s laundry, tidying up the nursery and play area Live-out Nanny 2021/2023 private residence/Manhattan NY Provided daily care for a 2-year-old child. •Prepared lunch and assisted with mealtime. •Took the child to after-school activities. •Taught Spanish through engaging activities. •Organized outdoor activities such as biking, park visits, and playdates. •Created fun, educational activities for after school. Live- in Nanny (Au pair) 2019/2020 Massaia family/Watertown, MA Cared for two children (8 & 5 years old). •Picked them up from school and assisted with homework. •Prepared lunch, breakfast, and snacks. •Planned outdoor activities such as biking, swimming, and playdates. •Performed light housekeeping (kids’ laundry, tidying up rooms and play areas, cleaning up after meals). •Organized bedtime routines. •Designed fun, educational activities to support their development. English Teacher (practicum) 2017-2018 Cundinamarca Elementary School/Bogotá, Colombia Designed dynamic English classes using the Montessori method. Developed creative strategies to facilitate second-language learning.

“Andrea did very well with our 21-month-old son. He took to her immediately and she was attentive to the schedule we keep for him. Clear and quick communication, as well”

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Emma
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Jackson Heights, NY

Hello! I'm a writing professor at CUNY during the academic year, available over the summer to take thoughtful and attentive care of your children. I love working with kids for the same reasons I love teaching writing: creating a compassionate and structured environment for young people to follow their interests and curiosities with joy. I approach caregiving with energy and humor, and outside of work, I love cooking new recipes, exercising, and taking improv comedy classes.

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Shajna 2 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Jackson Heights, NY

Hi my name is Shajna and I am a stay at home mother. I have three children of my own so I have a lot of experience!! I can work with toddlers and infants. I can work around the house, feeding and putting them to sleep and taking them to school. I also work as a household assistant and can cook, clean, and run errands.

“Shajna responded to an unusual request for a targeted intensive two weeks with our nine month old while I traveled on business. We are so lucky she did! Shajna was a marvelous nanny: professional, engaged, warm, responsible, and a joy to be around. She expertly learned our daughter's rhythms and got her to sleep faster than we imagined possible. She is an abundantly generous, unobtrusive and friendly presence to boot. We cannot recommend her highly enough!”

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Jackson Heights, 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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"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 Jackson Heights?

As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in Jackson Heights is $25.65 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Jackson Heights.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Jackson Heights?

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