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441 available last-minute babysitters in Woodhaven, NY

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317 available today | Avg hourly rate: $25.62/hr

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Ximena
Booked by 34 repeat families
46 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 89 families in Woodhaven, NY

Hi my name is Ximena. I worked as a first grade teacher in Colombia, I came to the US as an au pair and worked for a family for 2.5 years I took care of 2 kids they were 1.6 and 5. I helped them to build and reinforce different skills, I also volunteered as a teacher assistant at Buena Vista Horace Mann school and At ccsf helping kids and adults with literacy. I worked part time at a day care. After that, i work for 1 year in a Spanish immersion program. I am currently working at the school district as paraeducator. Working with kids is my passion and I am going to the process to become an educator

“Thank you for the great and thorough job!”

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Maria
Booked by 9 repeat families
14 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 19 families in Woodhaven, NY

Hello my name is Maria , I am a Mother of two beautiful girls and I live on Upper West Side of Manhattan. I am back on urbansitter after working for a family for 4 years ! I do have a full time Job 7-3pm , I am looking to help parents out with occasional babysitting. I have lots of experience taking care of kids of all ages from infants, toddler , & after schooI kids. I love babysitting simply because I love kids! I love being able to interact with them and get to know them on a one to one basis , have play dates, go to the park, attend museums & do activities with them .I am very passionate about caring for kids , I have a lot of patience , Providing safety is number one ! Showing affection, interacting , and supervising the child. I am very outgoing person , friendly , fun , loving ,caring, trustworthy, affectionate, genuine, respectful and responsible person, also i am CPR certified. I can prepare small meals, clean up after the children, help with laundry & etc .If you have any questions feel free to contact me at anytime , I Look forward to meeting you and your babies ;)

“Maria did a great job with our 3-year old daughter. She was very professional, caring, punctual, and our daughter really liked her. We look forward to seeing her again.”

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Tanya
Booked by 37 repeat families
36 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 73 families in Woodhaven, NY

I have over 15 years experience formally babysitting a variety of age ranges. In addition, I have been a camp counselor, a tutor, a youth group peer leader, and a resident assistant in the dorms while in college. I also taught English in Thailand and worked with university women in Cambodia. I look forward to getting to know your family! Currently based in New York, NY (video is outdated!)

“Tanya is wonderful! She put my 2 year old daughter at ease right away. Highly recommend!”

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Jennifer
Booked by 39 repeat families
59 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 77 families in Woodhaven, NY

***Please check my calendar for the most accurate view of my availability.*** Hello parents and guardians! Thank you so much for visiting my profile. My name is Jennifer. I am responsible, creative, patient, fascinated with child development, and most importantly love to embrace my inner child. The majority of my experience has been with children as young as 2 weeks old up to 14 years. I consider myself a big advocate of child-directed play, learning, and exploring but of course within a structure. I believe that children do best in environments where they are respected and understood. Having a caregiver understand how you feel as a child, and empathize with your feelings, while still setting boundaries, makes a big difference in their lives. I also LOVE furbabies, whether they're dogs, cats, or exotic pets, I’m a huge animal lover and enjoy interacting with them. I offer my services as a pet sitter as well, so please feel free to inquire about this. My favorite thing to do is travel to different places. My hobbies are photography, video editing, and writing. 🔸 SAFE COMMUTE: To ensure my safety and because things have changed drastically since early 2020, I require a car (Uber, Lyft, Curb, etc.) from or to your home depending on the time when your booking ends or starts. These apply for bookings that either start before 8:00 a.m. or that end after 8:00 p.m. (20:00). 🔸HOLIDAY RATES: When working holidays I do ask for 1.5x my standard rate. Please check my calendar for availability! It is updated daily but if there’s a time slot you need and don’t see available, please message me to inquire about it! 🔸CANCELLATION POLICY: I understand things may come up requiring you to cancel. I require 48 hours' notice for any cancellations. For less than 48 hours' notice, I charge 50% of the time booked. For cancellations of less than 24 hours’ notice, I require full payment for the time booked. This can be paid through a variety of money transfer apps: Zelle, Cash App, Apple Pay, or Paypal.

“Jennifer was so great with our 18m old they had a blast together. She was very professional, kept us in the loop, and followed any guidance we had.”

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Rinelle
Booked by 8 repeat families
10 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 17 families in Woodhaven, NY

Hi! My name is Rinelle and I am a senior at Hunter College. As an older sister to three siblings, caregiving has always been part of my life. I have been working with children for over 6 years, through various babysitting and tutoring jobs. I am bilingual in English and French and conversational in Spanish. I am also comfortable working with children of all ages! My biggest strength as a caregiver is my ability to adapt and creatively problem-solve, all while maintaining a positive attitude. Furthermore, I am honest, patient, and generous in spirit. I also have several hobbies and enjoy playing volleyball, reading books, and taking photographs, to name a few. All in all, I truly enjoy caregiving and I look forward to serving your family!

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $25.62
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $30.94
  • 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 10,444 reviews in Woodhaven, 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 Woodhaven?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Woodhaven is $25.62 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Woodhaven.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Woodhaven?

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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?

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