"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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49 available last-minute babysitters in Oakland, TN
Families in Oakland use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
Avg hourly rate: $22.82/hr
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Sunshine
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Oakland, TN
Hey ! I’m Sunshine and I am 19 years old. I currently work at an aftercare/preschool center, but I have been babysitting for years now. I love working with kids and typically work better with older age groups! I am also open to pet sitting, dogs or cats, and house sitting! I have done pet sitting and house sitting off and on for the past couple years as well :) I also did first aid and CPR training classes a couple years ago! I wanted to add to be more clear with my schedule; I am open any weekend, but I am only available past 6pm on weekdays.
“I booked with Sunshine for drop-in pet sitter services while I was out of town. She was very friendly, courteous and easy to work with! She was absolutely wonderful with my pets - a dog and cats - and took great care of them. I would highly recommend Sunshine and will book with her again!”
alyssa
$18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 repeat families
2 reviews$18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Oakland, TN
My name is Alyssa , and I am currently in college. I have many years of experience with animals. My formal experience includes working as a kennel technician for a small animal clinic and a veterinary assistant for an equine clinic. However, I have also had many different pets of my own such as dogs, cats, guinea pigs, hamsters, and lizards.
Carly
$10 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 repeat families
2 reviews$10 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Oakland, TN
Currently in graduate school to obtain my masters in occupational therapy! Have experience as a day care teacher, summer camp counselor, and have been babysitting for 5+ years.
Holly 1 review
$20 per hour for 1 child
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Oakland, TN
Responsible dog sitter. Have dogs at home. Experience with senior dogs and puppies. Just trying to sign up for Camryn. Is this enough words yet? Why do i need so many characters.
Crystal $30 per hour for 1 child
I am a Memphis transplant but proud to currently call Memphis my home. I have over 25 years of experience with children and almost 10 years of experience with dogs. Most importantly, I am a type A personality with the ability to make all of your everyday errands and tasks come into easy fruition without 1 oz of stress on your part. If I can make your life any easier, please reach out and let's chat. Thank you so much for looking into my profile.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Oakland, TN?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $22.82
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $25.48
- Typical job length: 5.0 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of November 2026
Recent babysitter activity in Oakland, TN
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131 sitters background checked in Oakland, TN
5.0 average star rating from total of 346 reviews in Oakland, TN
"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
"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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Why Oakland families choose UrbanSitter for last-minute child care
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In most cities, average response time for last-minute requests is under two minutes.
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Frequently asked questions about finding a last-minute babysitter in Oakland
How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Oakland?
Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near Oakland who are available can respond to your request. Before choosing, you can view profiles, parent reviews, and shared connections.
How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Oakland?
As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in Oakland is $22.82 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Oakland.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check. You can also read reviews from Oakland families and see shared connections before you book. See what's included in the background check.
Can I find a same-day babysitter in Oakland?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Oakland 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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