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5 available last-minute babysitters in Salem, OH

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Alexis $15 per hour for 1 child

I have been babysitting since I was 16 and I am 28 now.. I worked with 9 month old babies up to 12 years of age.. I am very passionate about creating a safe space for the little ones one where we can be outside and get creative and make healthy food.. teach them about mindfulness and how to regulate emotions.. I love to be of service and children make my soul happy as I do theirs I would love to have the honor to help take care of your little one.

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Calleigh $12 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Calleigh, I am a high school student at Beaver local with hopes to graduate here soon! I offer childcare, elderly care, care with all sorts of animals big or small, as well as house cleaning! I have been caring for animals ever since I can remember since I was raised on a farm. I am always happy to help out with children of all ages and have been caring for children for 5 or so years! I hope that you consider me to take care of your house, children, elders, or even animals!

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Amy $20 per hour for 1 child

10+ years of caring and friendly care of elders and animals. My passion is to provide the best possible customer care and support. I can handle any complex situation and will work hard to make my clients happy.

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Shatalia $40 per hour for 1 child

I am an experienced and dedicated childcare professional with over seven years of hands-on experience working with children of various ages. Throughout my career, I have developed a strong passion for creating safe, nurturing, fun, and engaging environments where children can learn, grow, and feel supported. In addition to my direct childcare experience, I have spent the past five years in an administrative leadership role within the childcare field and currently serve as an administrator. This experience has given me extensive knowledge of child development, safety procedures, program operations, communication with families, and creating high-quality care experiences for children. I am dependable, patient, responsible, and passionate about working with children. I understand the importance of building trust with both children and parents and strive to provide families with peace of mind while their children are in my care. Whether your family needs occasional babysitting, consistent care, backup care, or someone dependable for last-minute needs, I would love the opportunity to provide a safe, caring, and positive experience for your child.

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Alayah $21 per hour for 1 child

Hi my name is A’Layah. I am 19 years old and plan to go to college for Bachelor Science In Nursing (BSN). My High school nursing program at Washington High school in Massillon gave me experiences, and I am more super committed to patient care. During the clinicals part, I learned and handled how to help residents and help residents with their needs such as ADLS, providing care, and supporting residents. I am certified to stop the bleeding, and also received my certified nursing assistant (CNA) license in the year of 2025 state of Ohio. I also have a certificate of CPR and first aid and earned these certifications in the year of 2024. I have babysit for 8 years and love kids, so I am confident and prepared to bring my focus and liveliness to help out parents with there kids and making sure that they are satisfied with their needs.

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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."

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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!"

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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 :)"

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Salem?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Salem?

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