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Find a last-minute babysitter in Long Island City, NY

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591 available last-minute babysitters in Long Island City, NY

Families in Long Island City use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
378 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.68/hr

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Jingyi 1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Long Island City, NY

Hi! This is Gigi. I just graduated from NYU and have 5 years of babysitting experience with children ranging from ages 2 to 10. I'm bilingual and have also worked as a tutor in the past. I genuinely love spending time with kids—whether it’s playing or doing arts and crafts. I’m very outgoing, responsible. I am based in dt Manhattan and would love to get to know your family!

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Georgia 2 reviews
$24 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I’m Georgia, a graduate student at Columbia university. I’m offering child and pet care services. I have been professionally babysitting for ten years, but as the second oldest of six children, I have been caring for kids my entire life. My experience ranges from picking up children from school, supervising outdoor activities and outings, preparing meals, putting to bed, and occasionally overnight stays (the longest being one week). I also have many years of experience as a summer camp counselor and a children’s surf camp head counselor. Im comfortable taking care of kids of any age, however I have the most experience from ages 2 and up. I’m patient, energetic, and love keeping kids active and engaged, while also being comfortable setting clear boundaries and expectations when needed. I love any and all animals (except spiders) and would be more than willing to work with families with pets.

“Georgia is fabulous. She cared for our daughters (now 5 and 7) on multiple occasions and we trust her completely. She is professional, reliable and loved to play and create with our girls! We wish she still lived near us (we are in California) and we miss her!”

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Lady
Booked by 5 repeat families
2 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Long Island City, NY

Soy una persona activa y muy responsable en todas las actividades dadas a mi cargo. Mi experiencia se basa en mis capacidades y mi temperamento para cumplir y dar resultados deacuerdo a mi trabajo

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teonnie
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Long Island City, NY

Hi! I’m Teonnie, a college student. I’m great with kids of all ages, especially school-age, and can help with homework, reading, and fun activities. I’ve spent a lot of time caring for kids in my family and with friends, and I’m committed to providing a safe, reliable, and fun environment for your family. CPR certification is planned, and I’d love to help!

“Teonnie was an amazing babysitter. She arrived early, was very accommodating, and extremely responsible. Jaxon felt comfortable with her right away and genuinely loved playing with her. She made him feel safe and happy, which in turn made me feel comfortable leaving him in her care. She was dependable and reliable, and I would absolutely recommend her to any family.”

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Laura 1 review
$18 per hour for 1 child

Hello families I love to work with kiddos since I was in high school and I have to do a internship taking care kids of prekindergarten, I consider I have special quality with the kids, I have 6 years of professional experience, I tutoring, give dance classes I am dancer and I love to teach, I am from Colombia, I like to teach Spanish too. I was an Aupair for more that two years, I can help taking the kids to activities like swim, go to playgrounds, homework supervision, laundry, feeding and crafts, I am willing to additional tasks related with the kids.

“I would strongly recommend her for anyone who is looking for a nanny, she is an amazing nanny who will care for your children like they are family. She is responsible, caring, honest, communicative and on-time throughout her employment.”

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Long Island City, NY?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.68
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $31.04
  • Typical job length: 5.0 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of November 2026

Recent babysitter activity in Long Island City, NY

Trust matters, especially on short notice

Babysitters on UrbanSitter are background checked every year, with every profile individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.

2,182 sitters background checked in Long Island City, NY

5.0 average star rating from total of 10,373 reviews in Long Island City, 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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Frequently asked questions about finding a last-minute babysitter in Long Island City

How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Long Island City?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near Long Island City who are available can respond to your request. Before choosing, you can view profiles, parent reviews, and shared connections.

How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Long Island City?

As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in Long Island City is $25.68 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Long Island City.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check. You can also read reviews from Long Island City families and see shared connections before you book. See what's included in the background check.

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Long Island City?

Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Long Island City 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.

What if I need a babysitter last minute today?

To find a last-minute babysitter today, share your timing and care needs on UrbanSitter. Available babysitters in Long Island City can respond, and you can review profiles before choosing.

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