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11 available last-minute babysitters in Cleveland, OH

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Dashara $15 per hour for 1 child

Name: Dashara Age: 19 About Me: Hi! My name is Dashara, and I’m a caring, dependable, and attentive babysitter with a strong background in providing safe, supportive care for children of all ages. Experience: I am a certified State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA), which means I am trained in essential care, safety, and emergency response. My experience as an STNA has strengthened my skills in patience, responsibility, and nurturing care — qualities I bring into every babysitting job. Alongside my medical training, I have been consistently babysitting for families for several years. I’ve cared for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children, helping with homework, preparing meals, managing bedtime routines, and creating fun, engaging activities to keep kids happy and comfortable. What I Offer: ✅ Safe, reliable, and attentive childcare ✅ First aid and basic medical knowledge ✅ Help with light housekeeping and meal prep ✅ Homework help and age-appropriate activities ✅ Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends Why Families Trust Me: I pride myself on being warm, responsible, and adaptable. Parents appreciate my calm and reassuring presence, and kids love my creative games, reading time, and willingness to get on their level.

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Courtney $15 per hour for 1 child

I am an experienced and compassionate caregiver with over 5 years of professional experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children. I currently serve as a Lead Preschool Teacher at a Head Start center, where I focus on early learning, kindergarten readiness, and supporting children’s social and emotional development. Previously, I worked as a Lead Infant Teacher in a 5-star Step Up To Quality center, providing nurturing, developmentally appropriate care and maintaining detailed developmental records. I am CPR certified and currently pursuing my graduate degree in Psychology at Cleveland State University. I am skilled in effective communication, time management, flexibility, and problem-solving. I take pride in creating a safe, engaging, and positive environment where children can grow, learn, and feel supported. Families describe me as patient, dependable, and attentive, and I value strong partnerships with parents to meet each child’s unique needs.

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Nizzel $9 per hour for 1 child

I am 19 and am currently a studying english as university. My current job requires me to be around a lot of different people serving and helping them, I am very patient and calm with all people. This is good when surrounded by younger people and kids. I am also friendly and kind. I have a bit of experience with looking after younger relatives. I can also tidy the house.

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Kristin $16 per hour for 1 child

Hi, I'm Kristin, and I have been working with children since early 2020. I am a teacher that loves working with kids, and strives to encourage them to be happy and healthy. I work hard to promote kindness, responsibility, and self-sufficiency. I am patient, warm, and engaging. I am also an academic wizard with an invested interest in any child's academic success. When I am with your child, I bring activities that take them away from screens. Save for dance parties; everyone should get a dance break at least once a day!

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Tinika $15 per hour for 1 child

Hello, My name is Tinika, a mother of 4 grown kids. I have 2 grandchildren ages 4 and 1 yrs old. I have another grandchild on the way. I have many years of infant and child care; both in house and professionally. I have worked in administration within a school district for over 12 yrs. I have worked in the elementary and high school. I am first aid certified, hold a BA from Cleveland state, and a certification in mindfulness. Over the years I have ran errands for home bound seniors. I have also done some light housework as needed. I am originally from Seattle, WA and enjoy visiting home in the summers. I am an author of 3 books and enjoy reading in my free time. I love the water and will find new beaches and waterfalls to enjoy whenever I can.

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

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