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40 available last-minute babysitters in Port Washington, NY

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

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Heidi $24 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Port Washington, NY

my name is Heid Cosme, I' am mother of 4, with lots of patients and experience , working for acs as a emergency placement for children service, I'm currently working for home health care with the elderly and disabled have experience with mental health adults and children as well autism and cerebral palsy..

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D’ana $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I’m D’ana 😊 I’m a college student finishing my junior year and currently work as a teacher’s assistant in a Pre-K classroom with the NYC Department of Education. I have 2+ years of babysitting experience with children from 8 months to 8 years old, including caring for multiple kids at once. Working in both home and classroom settings has helped me build a strong balance of being fun, patient, and structured. I love keeping kids engaged through creative activities like arts & crafts, games, and hands-on learning. I also help with homework especially reading and writing and always try to make learning feel fun and encouraging. I’m looking for part-time babysitting where I can build meaningful connections with families while providing safe, reliable, and attentive care. A little about me: I have a dog named Cleo 🐶 and I’m currently challenging myself to read 100 books this year (I’m already at 15!).

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Jocelyn $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi, I’m Jocelyn! I’m currently a college student at Baruch College. My services include child care, dog and pet care. My experience with taking care of kids go way back to when I was taking care of younger relatives since I was around 10. I’m currently a chaperone for 2 kids on Saturdays and watching them do their online tutoring. I can practically do everything you need for child care! I mainly do pickup from school to home or to an afterschool activity but no at home sitting. I am also a math tutor so I can do tutoring at the library with your child if needed! As for pet experience, I’ve had the pleasure of taking care of family pets (mostly dogs) and making sure they’re fed on time, walking them, and making sure they’re happy overall!

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Nicky $35 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Nicky, and I am a junior in college currently available for part-time childcare. I have been babysitting for several years, primarily working with children between the ages of infant to 13. I enjoy creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment where children can learn, play, and feel comfortable. Along with childcare, I am happy to help with household responsibilities such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, and academic support. Outside of school and babysitting, I am a college student-athlete, so I love staying active and getting outside. I enjoy encouraging kids to put down the screens, get some fresh air, and have fun through outdoor activities, games, and playtime. I also have a strong passion for the arts. I enjoy theater, dance, literature, drawing, knitting, crocheting, and other creative activities. I love incorporating these interests into childcare through crafts, creative projects, reading, and imaginative play. Music is another big part of my life. I have experience with piano, percussion, guitar, and vocals, and I also offer one-on-one music lessons for children who are interested in learning an instrument or developing their vocal skills. Overall, I love working with children and creating activities that match their interests and personalities. I would be happy to help your family with childcare, homework, household tasks, creative activities, and keeping your children active and engaged!

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Christina $8 per hour for 1 child

Hey, My name is Christina. Here is why you should choose me to take care of your loved one: I love cooking and baking so whoever I’m with we can make delicious meals together. In my free time I go to the gym, swim and garden. While in high school I was on the swim team and attended a culinary highschool. During highschool I was tutor for math and science with over 800 hours of experience; so I can help your child with there studying. I am attending Cornell University for food science and I minoring in nutrition. I also have 4 amazing dogs so don’t worry about your pets around me I am more than happy to take care of them. Please let me know what I can do to make your loved ones experience with me the best it can be!

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Port Washington, 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 October 2026

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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 Port Washington?

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

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Port Washington?

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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?

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