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115 available last-minute babysitters in Mount Vernon, NY

Families in Mount Vernon use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
104 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.63/hr

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Rose Mary $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi, I am Rose. I am HHA, CPR and AED in USA. I speak Spanish and studying english. I have extensive experience caring children. I worked as a personal assistant for the PPL agency, providing care for adults. I love working in the care of children, adults, and pets. I can cook and clean; I am creative and enjoy planning activities and playing. I can also assist with homework and transport children to various activities. I am friendly, caring, responsible, punctual, and proactive.

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Olivia $30 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Olivia and I’m currently a sophomore at Pace University. I am offering child care, senior care, pet care, and household services. I love babysitting, and have been doing so since the age of 14. I grew up watching my younger cousin, as well; so I have experience with children in all growth stages, ranging from toddler to preteen. My responsibilities in the past have included, getting to and from school safely, meal prep, crafts and playtime, outdoor activities, baking, and so much more! I have also been working part time in a nursing home, so I am very comfortable with senior care as well! Additionally, I’d love to run any errands you may have, cook, clean, etc. I have a dog and a cat of my own, so I’m also more than willing to watch your furry friends as well.

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Anna $18 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Anna, and I’m a Columbia University graduate student, studying speech therapy! I am compassionate, enthusiastic, open-minded, educated, and looking for work for any age or gender across the lifespan! I have lived in three states and abroad in four countries, and pride myself in my cultural competence, and ability to deliver meaningful care to all populations. I have experience working with children from ages 2-16, including children with Autism, ADHD, and speech delays, in my work as a graduate student clinician of speech therapy at Columbia University. Additionally, I have extensive experience in childcare through my International Summer Childcare Internship in Saudi Arabia! I have experience working with seniors, in medical settings as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA,) and outside medical settings as a graduate student clinician of speech-language pathology & in caretaking for senior neighbors and relatives. In my work as a CNA, I obtained thorough experience in assisting with activities of daily living, including bathing, feeding, grooming and hygiene, toileting, and more! I have extensive experience working with individuals with disabilities of all types. My work as a CNA, as well as 4+ years in the service industry, have given me experience in household services, and I pride myself on giving every job my 110%. I am a quick learner, and am willing to be flexible to what works for YOU! Some of my areas of specialty include English-language tutoring and immersion, writing tutoring, home health support, basic meal prep, public transportation & attending appointments, event & activity planning, and working across cultures and nationalities. I am a fluent native English speaker, and have working ability in Spanish and ASL. I am CPR and Basic Life Support certified. I have been background checked extensively and am certified within the NYC DOE. If there are any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. THANK YOU for choosing ME to provide care for your loved ones!

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Zya $22 per hour for 1 child

I’m a nursing student with a strong sense of care and responsibility. I’ve helped raise my younger siblings and nephews, and I’ve also cared for children with autism. Families can count on me to be patient, inclusive, and reliable while creating a safe, supportive space for every child. *AHA CPR Certification*

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Karina
Booked by 3 repeat families
2 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Mount Vernon, NY

Hi there! I'm Karina, a recent NYU graduate offering child and pet care! As the eldest in my family I've been working with kids since I was little and love to work with the PreK-12 age range. I also work as an after school lead tutor with the NYPL during the school year and can help that same age range with any homework subject. I can work with children individually or with as many as 5 kids at a time. I speak fluent Spanish and intermediate French. My goal with children is to inspire a love of learning and sense of wonder in the world around them and to do so through fostering curiosity, empathy, and a mutual sense of respect. Additionally, I'm often the first person my friends call up to petsit and am comfortable with cats and dogs, including those with medical needs.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.63
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.99
  • Typical job length: 5.0 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 10,308 reviews in Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Mount Vernon is $25.63 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Mount Vernon.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Mount Vernon?

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