"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
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Deven
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Oakland, TN
I possess diverse skill sets that includes TV mounting, mirror and painting installation, and furniture assembly from brands like Amazon and Ikea. As a handyman, you excel in various home improvement tasks, showcasing your practical expertise and attention to detail in every project. Your ability to tackle multiple tasks makes you a valuable resource for enhancing living spaces.
Spencer 1 review
$10 per hour for 1 child
$10 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Oakland, TN
I am the head coach for Lakeland Preparatory middle school boys lacrosse team. I have been the head coach of this program for 3 years, and both parents and players will attest that I am extremely effective at teaching young boys about self respect, discipline and independence. I also have 4 younger siblings that I, for a large portion of my life, have taken care of.
Fulgencio
$50 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$50 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Oakland, TN
I am an expert in lawn care. More than 25+years of experience. I can cut lawns, install plants, mulch, bush trimmings. Please feel free to contact me
Kylie $15 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Kylie, and I am an elementary school teacher with several years of experience working with children. I have experience in both daycare and nannying, and I absolutely love working with kids of all ages! Throughout my childcare experience, I have cared for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. I’m comfortable keeping kids entertained and engaged through crafts, games, outdoor activities, reading, and other age-appropriate activities. I’m also happy to help with homework, meals, bedtime routines, transportation, and other childcare needs.
Yolander $80 per hour for 1 child
I am affectionally known as your trusted "bath nurse" for seniors. I am an experienced certified nursing assistant with over 37 years of service. I am professionally trained in the following: skills nursing, hygiene care, meal prep, medication administration, incontinence care and more . I am your best choice for short-term post rehab baths for ambulatory and bedridden patients. I provide quick turn around short-term hygiene care within 1-2 hours per patient. I am available between 8am-5pm, Monday- Friday. My services are perfect for care takers who need support with their loved ones to increase capacity while working from home or lessen the burden! IMPORTANT NOTE: I do not provide overnight care for this service but please feel free to message me for any special request! I open to additional support services upon request! Thank You, Your Registered Bath Nurse
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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
"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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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?
Babysitting rates in Oakland vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates by city.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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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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