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33 available last-minute babysitters in Elkins Park, PA

Families in Elkins Park use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
24 available today | Avg hourly rate: $21.33/hr

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Emylee $23 per hour for 1 child

My name is Emylee. I am available to babysit. I also have some experience with babies and I am very patient and do not mind crying or anything like that. I am willing to work with parents to figure out hours that will work for both of us. I can do pet care. I am willing to help with homework, clean, and do fun activities with those I am watching.

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Latasha 1 review
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Elkins Park, PA

Hello my name is Latasha. I am a mother of two young adults. I have much experience with all people from all ages; ranging from new born to seniors. My main focus of work these days are with babies ages newborn to toddlers. I love kids and babysitting in general. I am not a grandmother yet, I am the auntie and godmother that ever body loves! I worked with head start to high schoolers. I am very active and outgoing. My children keep me young! I enjoy outside activities such as walking and going to the park. I also enjoy singing songs and other exciting indoor and outdoor activities. I am patient, kind, and efficient. I also love animals! I have a cat name Lilly, who is near and dear to my heart!

“Latasha was so sweet with our little boy. He's in a real separation anxiety phase and she dealt with it so lovingly and patiently. Will definitely contact her again! Thank you Latasha!!”

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Laura $18 per hour for 1 child

Hello! I’m Laura! 😊 I’m a college graduate with a background in Engineering, and I’m fluent in both English and Spanish. I have experience caring for pets and some experience with children through my family. I’m almost 30 and currently looking for something fun and meaningful to keep me busy while helping others. I’m responsible, caring, and dependable, and I’d love the opportunity to help with pets, kids, or other household needs!

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Ralie $22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Elkins Park, PA

Hi families! My name is Ralie, and I’m a nursing student and certified EMT with a passion for caring for others! I have experience babysitting for multiple families and caring for children of different ages, including infants and toddlers. I’m patient, nurturing, responsible, and dependable. My background in healthcare has taught me the importance of safety, patience, and attentiveness. I love creating a fun, safe, and loving environment where children feel happy and comfortable. I would love the opportunity to get to know your family and care for your little ones! 💗

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Nai $17 per hour for 1 child

Hey! My name is Nai, I am a 19 year old female student currently looking for flexible work to match my studies & figured urban sitter would be the way to go! I am an oldest sister to 3 younger siblings and have a large family so I’ve spent most of my years taking care of children & pets of all sorts! I absolutely love working with kids & animals alike, and also have many years of cooking & cleaning experience to pair it with, so I do not mind taking on any other household responsibilities while on the job. I hope you can consider taking me into consideration for whatever position you may require me to fill! I understand relying on another person, much less someone you don’t know, to care for your child or furry companion can be quite daunting, which is why I pride myself on making sure my clients are as comfortable as they can possibly be throughout the entire process and making sure to build trust, & good relationships with any and everyone I meet! So with that, thank you for your consideration & I hope to meet you soon! :)

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Elkins Park, PA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $21.33
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $26.49
  • Typical job length: 5.0 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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4.9 average star rating from total of 268 reviews in Elkins Park, PA

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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 Elkins Park?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Elkins Park is $21.33 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Elkins Park.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Elkins Park?

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