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567 available last-minute babysitters in Maspeth, NY

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

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Joanna
Booked by 10 repeat families
18 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 25 families in Maspeth, NY

Hi, I’m Joanna, I’m a responsible, caring nanny with experience caring for children of different ages. I’m reliable, patient, and enjoy creating a fun and safe environment. I've been a nanny for almost 25+ years and have had long running jobs with families, I enjoy reading to kids, taking them out on walks, I also enjoy playing both fun and educational games with them.

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Dominique
Booked by 62 repeat families
95 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 131 families in Maspeth, NY

Hi my name is Dominique! I am a frequent sitter in the city and I love kids, dogs, cats, going to the park, reading, arts and crafts, and food🤗. I have babysat in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York! I am vaccinated (+ booster) and look forward to meeting you!! If you have any questions I am always available to chat on the phone!

“Great sitter”

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Aoife
Booked by 12 repeat families
17 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 22 families in Maspeth, NY

Hello! My name is Aoife (pronounced ee-fah). My day job is as a public defender, and I’m interested in occasional caregiving jobs. My paid experience working with children began at around age fourteen as a mother’s helper, but as the oldest of four children I’ve been helping with child care even a few years before that. I have 7 years of experience babysitting children ages 1 to 12 years and 3 years as a private tutor and a mentor to high school students. I’m responsible, fun, and passionate about theater and the arts.

“Excellent and highly recommended. Handled our 3 children with ease and great care.”

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Tanya
Booked by 37 repeat families
36 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 73 families in Maspeth, NY

I have over 15 years experience formally babysitting a variety of age ranges. In addition, I have been a camp counselor, a tutor, a youth group peer leader, and a resident assistant in the dorms while in college. I also taught English in Thailand and worked with university women in Cambodia. I look forward to getting to know your family! Currently based in New York, NY (video is outdated!)

“Tanya is wonderful! She put my 2 year old daughter at ease right away. Highly recommend!”

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Jessica
Booked by 75 repeat families
66 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 113 families in Maspeth, NY

Hi there! Thanks for stopping by :) I’m Jessica, a seasoned childcare provider with 15+ years of experience caring for infants through school-age children across NYC and New Jersey. I’m CPR certified for infants and children, trained in child development, and very familiar with the realities of parenting—from separation anxiety and bedtime routines to big feelings. I’m a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology and previously studied fashion design at Pratt Institute. Creativity is central to who I am; I’m always drawing, sewing, or painting. I’ve taught sewing to 3rd–5th graders in after-school programs and led group childcare events through Project Playdate, so I’m comfortable caring for multiple children at once. My experience includes infants and toddlers, children with food allergies, and those with special needs (including Autism and Cerebral Palsy). I’m patient, kind, and respectful of each family’s routines and parenting style. I strive to create a calm, safe, and imaginative environment where children feel seen, supported, and cared for. I look forward to meeting you and your little ones.

“Jessica was great. We would use her again. ”

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Maspeth, NY?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.65
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $31.01
  • 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 10,339 reviews in Maspeth, 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 Maspeth?

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

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Maspeth?

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