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409 available last-minute babysitters in Richmond Hill, NY

Families in Richmond Hill use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
303 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.66/hr

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Kayley $22 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Kayley, I am a part time college student & I’ve been working with children for about five years. I truly enjoy spending time with kids and creating a safe, caring, and fun environment where they feel comfortable being themselves. My experience includes working as an afterschool group leader, volunteer teacher, and neighborhood tutor/babysitter where I’ve worked with children of different ages, helped with homework and learning, led creative and recreational activities that supported their everyday routines and development. I’m patient, dependable, and nurturing and I love making each day a little more fun and meaningful. I have a Pediatric CPR/AED certification and am eager to continue building meaningful relationships with families and the children I care for.

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Daché
Booked by 1 repeat family
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Richmond Hill, NY

Hi I'm Daché! I'm from the Bronx and attend at Lehman College. I offer child care and have limited availability while school is in session. What qualifies me as a great caregiver for children is that I have years of experience working in various settings (schools, camps, daycare programs) with children between the ages of 6mo-4 years. I also have personality traits that are congruent with providing great care like patience, compassion, attentiveness, and creativity. I am not currently certified in CPR but I am willing to redo it. I have also completed over 40 hours of trainings related to caring for children 0-5 years old and am happy to provide proof and references for past jobs. I am comfortable working with both dogs and cats in the home, and I can also perform light cleaning, run errands, meal prep for the child/children, etc.

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Andrea $20 per hour for 1 child

I am a mature women with well over 20 years of experience with children of all ages. I am kind, caring and fun to be around. I am reliable and trust-worthy person, your children will be safe in my hands. I am CPR certify and college educated. I have a clean background and clean driver license. Please consider me to take good care of your children. I am willing and able to produce the best service.

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Ashley 1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child

Hi there! I’m Ashley, a Montessori-trained preschool and kindergarten teacher! 🍎 I love babysitting and have 10+ years of experience working with infants, toddlers, and elementary-aged children allowing me to cater for each personality and need! As a Montessori educator I bring a patient, attentive approach that focuses on providing a safe, joyful environment! Whether it’s maintaining calm routines such as meals, naps/bedtime, and homework or going on adventures, playing it the park, or getting crafty my goal is to support and enrich! ☀️ Pet care, light house keeping, and household assistance are available!

“I've worked with Ashley and would definitely recommend her. She's dependable, communicative, and works well with children of all ages. She’s patient, kind, and hardworking, and she does a great job building positive relationships with both children and families. She also has a strong background in Montessori education and is a great resource for parents. Any family would be lucky to have her as a caregiver.”

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Willow
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Richmond Hill, NY

Hi! My name is Willow and I am a recent grad from NYU. I have some babysitting experience for other families in high school, but most of my experience is with my younger brother from the ages of 0-4. Responsibilities include running errands, outdoor time, crafting, cooking, cleaning the house, and bedtime. I am flexible, warm and patient. Right now I am working part time at Brooklinen, where much of my focus is on making sure people feel welcome. I love meeting new people, and work great one-on-one. Outside of customer service, my job is to maintain a clean and comfortable space. I am calm, flexible, and comfortable balancing interaction with organizational tasks. I also have dog and cat sitting experience. I have had pets my whole life- I love animals and am very comfortable with their care. I have experience with nannying for senior cats over an extended period, and am comfortable with feeding, changing litter, giving medication and playing. With my own dogs, I am comfortable walking them daily, and taking care of hygiene such as teeth brushing and hair brushing.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.66
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.97
  • 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 10,404 reviews in Richmond Hill, 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 do I find a last-minute babysitter in Richmond Hill?

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Richmond Hill?

As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in Richmond Hill is $25.66 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Richmond Hill.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Richmond Hill?

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