"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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27 available last-minute babysitters in Katonah, NY
Families in Katonah use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
Avg hourly rate: $24.87/hr
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Maria
Booked by 1 repeat family
$40 per hour for 1 childBooked by 1 family in Katonah, NY
Only services I am offering currently is house cleaning, 10+ years of experience all over Westchester; rates are based on how much work is needed + size of house.
Kelly $15 per hour for 1 child
Hi - My name is Kelly and I'm currently a sophomore at SUNY Purchase. I am offering child care, pet care, and light cleaning duties. I was a three sport athlete for most of my life and have helped take care of my 7 year old cousin from age 1-present as well as my new baby niece who is 4m.
Yoselin $20 per hour for 1 child
Hello, I consider myself an empathetic, responsible and punctual person, I speak little English but my native language is Spanish if you want your child to speak another language apart from English I can be of great help.
Bridget
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Katonah, NY
I’m a mom of 5 kids and grandma to 10 kids between the ages of 2 and 17. I have many years of nanny experience and I was a stay at home mom for many years as well. I am easy going, flexible, warm and caring. I am CPR certified and a very safe driver with a clean driving record. I love to read with kids and get them outside. I am currently only looking for occasional jobs.
Nikola $22 per hour for 1 child
Hi I’m an experienced au pair with a background in caring for children of various ages, including managing daily routines and fostering a safe( one year au pair kids 5,7,12 yo and currently second year 5,6 yo) nurturing environment. During my time as an au pair abroad, I built strong bonds with the children I cared for, supporting their education, hobbies, and emotional growth. I’m responsible, adaptable, and skilled in household management, making me an asset to any family. I also bring experience with pet care and enjoy creating a fun and positive atmosphere for everyone in the home.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Katonah, NY?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $24.87
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.95
- Typical job length: 3.7 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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4.9 average star rating from total of 152 reviews in Katonah, NY
"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 Katonah?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Katonah is $24.87 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Katonah.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Katonah?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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