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535 available last-minute babysitters in Ridgewood, NY

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368 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.64/hr

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Angela
Booked by 73 repeat families
91 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 158 families in Ridgewood, NY

Hello Families, My name is Angela, and I am from Colombia. I am a graduate student in Public Health. I have been caring for children for the past 18 years. I am CPR/First Aid certified and possess a California driver's license. I am current on all my vaccines. I am also a certified Postpartum Doula with over 13 years of experience. My philosophy is to support the baby, the mom, and the family in creating a balanced and loving environment. I am highly dedicated to my work and take it seriously. I enjoy activities such as engaging in art projects, visiting parks, museums, and zoos, going for walks, and baking with children. I appreciate parents who provide clear instructions for their children's routines, set boundaries, and communicate effectively. One preference I have is that children usually stay away from screens while with me, except on weekends, although I respect if parents prefer otherwise. Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions!

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Becca
Booked by 17 repeat families
29 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 46 families in Ridgewood, NY

Hello! My name is Rebecca, and I am a responsible and caring individual who loves working with children. With 10+ years of experience in babysitting, I am dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children of all ages. I have a genuine passion for helping children learn and grow, and I understand the importance of providing them with both physical and emotional support. Experience: I have had the privilege of babysitting for numerous families over the years. During this time, I have cared for children ranging from infants to pre-teens. I am comfortable handling various aspects of childcare, including meal preparation, diaper changing, bath time, and bedtime routines. I also enjoy engaging children in age-appropriate activities, such as reading, arts and crafts, outdoor play, and educational games. References: References available upon request. Availability: I am available on Monday - Friday, and I am also open to occasional evenings and weekends. Flexibility is important to me, and I am willing to accommodate specific scheduling needs whenever possible. If you are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic, and caring babysitter, I would love to discuss how I can assist your family. Please feel free to contact me for any further questions. Thank you for considering me as a trusted caregiver for your children!

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Aidan
Booked by 23 repeat families
32 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 41 families in Ridgewood, NY

Hi there! My name is Aidan. I am 24 years old, I finished my Culture and Arts degree at Fordham last year, am pursuing working in the performing arts, work in the Theatre Industry, and am looking for some babysitting gigs to earn some extra money in this new chapter of life! I grew up mainly in SF, but have lived in NYC for half my life (I spent the first part of my childhood in Brooklyn), so I am great with city kids as I am one! I have so much passion for working with kids (I have tons of classroom experience) and really think I could be a great fit for your family if you gave me a chance! - Why do I babysit? - 1. I love kids! I grew up in a big family as the oldest child on all sides so I have been helping take care of little ones for most of my life. 2. I have a passion for working with kids! I have in the classroom experience which has given me tons of childhood development skills and babysitting lets me use them! 3. I strive to be a positive male role model in all children’s lives. I grew up with girls and loved doing arts and crafts, make believe, dolls, etc… As a boy I love to rough house, run around, and play games. Anything a female babysitter can bring to the table, I can too! - My Background - I have been working with kids for 10 years as an After School Teacher, Nanny, Babysitter and Camp Counselor. I am certified in CPR/First Aid and have training in Child Abuse Prevention. Additionally, I have in-the-classroom experience which has enabled me to become very familiar with current educational standards and would be an excellent assistant to your child's homework needs. More importantly though, that knowledge helps me be more relatable to them as I understand what they’re currently experiencing at school! I have a background in performing arts, which you will find allows for pretty awesome story-times and games. We theatre kids have a ton of energy and I am no exception to this. I can keep up with all the energy your kids have and then some. I am a good listener and am flexible and willing to do just about anything a family needs of me. At the end of the day, the most important thing to me is to make sure your children are safe and happy, and that you as parents are satisfied with my care. I know it is uncommon to hire men in this field, but I promise you that you will not regret hiring me and I would be more than happy to provide as many references as you want! Let me know if you think I could be a good match for your family!

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Yulia
Booked by 6 repeat families
19 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 24 families in Ridgewood, NY

Hi, My name is Yulia! I moved to New York in 2020, shortly after graduating from the University of San Francisco with a B.A. in psychology and focus in child development. In high school, I began volunteering with a therapeutic horsemanship for children with cognitive, developmental, and learning disabilities. This is where I developed my passion for caring for children and studying human development. I have over fifteen years of experience, including babysitting for multiple families, nannying, completing my capstone practicum as a pre-school aid, and most recently working as a behavior technician for children on the Autism Spectrum. I currently work at a medical communications agency, and I have found myself with some extra time in the evenings and on the weekends. I find children to be very entertaining and energizing and genuinely enjoy getting to know each of their personalities! I especially love being a part of their learning journey and helping them navigate new challenges in school and in life! I look forward to meeting you and your kidos!

“Yulia was professional, kind, attentive, and reliable! ”

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Sacnitec
Booked by 20 repeat families
35 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 54 families in Ridgewood, NY

Greetings Everyone, my name is Sacnitec. I previously attended John Jay College of Criminal Justice. I majored in criminology. I am currently working as a paralegal for the New York City Law Department. I have been working with kids since I was 15 and have loved it ever since. I started off by working as a camp counselor. Over the last few years I have worked as a nanny full-time, part-time and occasionally. I have also worked as an assistant teacher at the Brooklyn Preschool of Science. I love getting crafty and hands on with kids! During my free time I like to workout and play soccer. I love pets. I am both a cat and dog mom! P.S. I will be unavailable to babysit May11- May24.

“Professional, super sweet and overall really a great babysitter !! Highly recommend her. ”

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.64
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $31.00
  • Typical job length: 5.0 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of November 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 Ridgewood?

As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in Ridgewood is $25.64 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Ridgewood.

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