"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."
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19 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.53/hr
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Maria
Booked by 1 repeat family
$40 per hour for 1 childBooked by 1 family in Port Chester, 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.
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.
Celia $18 per hour for 1 child
I am from Stamford I currently work full time as an accountant. I am very family oriented and love children. I started baby sitting when I was 12, and have babysat both on an “as-needed” basis and full-time. I love all ages, though I have the most experience working with newborn-toddler ages. I love being active, which is my favorite part of nannying/babysitting.
Emma $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi my name is Emma and I’m a 25 year old with experience working as an educator on a farm in Connecticut and camp counselor. I love working with children. I have also worked in after-school programs and been tutoring (K-8) english and math since freshman year of high school. I am happy to drive the kids to and from activities. I also have experience doing housecleaning and yard maintenance. For indoor cleaning I am comfortable cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, dusting, vacuuming, laundry, and dishes. Outside I have experience mowing, weeding, mulching, and cleaning windows.
Nashly $25 per hour for 1 child
ABOUT ME Hello, nice to meet you, I'm Nashly, I'm 17 years old, I'm in high school, I'm a teenager who loves children, I have many experiences in my life, I had to take care of my little brother for many years and I worked in nurseries and gardens, I'm in high school, I speak Spanish and I'm learning English, I understand it well but I'm a little shy speaking it because my pronunciation is weird, but I try. WORK EXPERIENCE I am a nanny with experience and passion for taking care of children. My main goal is to provide a safe and fun environment for the children in my care. I consider myself a loving, patient and responsible person, committed and I like to do everything with love to promote positive development in children. I enjoy interacting with them, organizing educational and recreational activities, and providing an environment in which they feel loved and protected. SKILLS • Care of children of different ages. • Ability to establish an empathetic connection with children. • Organization and planning of recreational and educational activities. • Patience, calm and ability to manage difficult situations. • energetic and dynamic, district when it comes to doing my work with the children. SCHEDULE: • Monday to Friday: in the morning I study and I can work from 3 onwards. PLACE: • Place where the child is.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Port Chester, NY?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.53
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.90
- Typical job length: 5.3 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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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
"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Port Chester?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Port Chester is $25.53 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Port Chester.
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Port Chester?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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