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437 available last-minute babysitters in Kew Gardens, NY

Families in Kew Gardens use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
312 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.66/hr

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Zoe
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Kew Gardens, NY

Hi! I’m a responsible 20-year-old sitter in the Bronx with 4 years of babysitting experience. I’ve cared for children of various ages and am comfortable managing multiple kids while keeping things organized, safe, and fun. I can assist with meal prep, light household chores, and homework help — especially in ELA and Social Studies. I enjoy helping kids build confidence in reading, writing, and understanding what they’re learning. Beyond that I have plenty experience with both cats and dogs. I’m reliable, patient, and always focused on creating a positive and supportive environment for your family. Everyone needs a break sometimes and I hope to be able to provide that for you!

“Zoe was a delight! She is so caring, polite, reliable, punctual and communicative while she cared for my son. My son loved her!! I Would definetely book again. ”

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Camila
Booked by 2 repeat families
3 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in Kew Gardens, NY

I'm Camila, new to NYC and looking for babysitter opportunities! I'm a caring and experienced babysitter with a strong background working with children of all ages. I've been babysitting for years, including supporting a child with special needs, and I'm comfortable adapting to different needs and personalities. I've also worked as a Spanish teacher for kids, which I love incorporating into fun, engaging activities, and have experience in a daycare setting managing multiple children at once. I love working with children even in my professional career, where I’ve had the opportunity to work closely with child actors, producing, directing, and helping them train their performance. This has strengthened my ability to guide kids with patience, creativity, and structure. I can care for dogs/cats and light housekeeping and organizational tasks and errands. I'm patient, reliable, and truly enjoy creating a safe, positive environment where kids can learn and have fun.

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Gabrielle
Booked by 1 repeat family
3 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Kew Gardens, NY

Hello!! I live in Midtown East!! I’m a mom. I’m very active! I’ve raised an incredible young woman who is living in England. I have spent years taking care of babies, toddlers, kids, tweens, teens. Being a mom is a hard job but I love it! I love spending time with kids/babies and playing and teaching them. I can email you references from jobs that I had before and after this app if you’d like. Looking forward to meeting your family.

“Gaby has been a great addition to our family. Within minutes of meeting our 6 month old, she was sitting on the floor, playing with him. She talks to him throughout the day and keeps him happy and entertained. She's incredibly aware of his needs for sleep, food, and fun. She's also respectful of my wishes for caring for him. Gaby is also a tremendous help around the house, helping with keeping our counters, tabletops, and floors clean! She's easy to communicate with and flexible with start times. She's always on time and very dependable. So happy we have her!”

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Molly
Booked by 1 repeat family
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Kew Gardens, NY

Hi families I’m Molly! I’m NYC based and looking to connect with families who may need some extra help with babysitting, date nights, or general home assistance. I’m responsible, reliable, organized and very comfortable caring for kids of all ages. I’m also very comfortable around pets, and happy to help with feeding, walks, or pet sitting as needed! I’m someone who genuinely enjoys being helpful and making things easier for busy families. I’m happy to help with childcare, school pick-up/drop-off, activities, errands, light tidying, meal prep, or whatever extra support your family may need. I’m also totally comfortable being in a home independently and treating your space and belongings with care. Availability: • Monday–Thursday: after 5 PM • Fridays: flexible • Saturdays & Sundays: fully available I’m open to both occasional/date-night help and recurring arrangements. If you’re looking for a trustworthy extra set of hands, I’d love to connect!

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McKenna 1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Kew Gardens, NY

Hi parents :) My name is McKenna and I would love to babysit for you! A little bit about me, I am originally from Kanas City and went to college at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Arkansas. In high school and college, I babysat frequently for multiple families as well as worked at a daycare for six years. During my time at the daycare, I cared for children 6 weeks old to 10 years old. I received my Master's in Elementary Education and am certified to teach K-6. During my graduate year of college, I completed a year-long internship and student taught in kindergarten, third-grade, and sixth-grade classrooms. Since moving to New York, I have taught as a lead teacher in a two year old classroom at a daycare, nannied over the summer, and taught third grade for two years in the Bronx. I am currently a fourth grade teacher at a public school in the UWS. I love pets and am great with art, activities, cleaning, laundry, schoolwork, etc.

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Kew Gardens, 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 November 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 10,357 reviews in Kew Gardens, 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 Kew Gardens?

As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in Kew Gardens is $25.66 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Kew Gardens.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Kew Gardens?

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

Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?

Some parents offer a slightly higher rate for last-minute or same-day requests, but it is not required. On UrbanSitter, rates are set by individual babysitters. You can see each babysitter's hourly rate on their profile before you book.

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