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11 available last-minute babysitters in Old Hickory, TN

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7 available today | Avg hourly rate: $20.76/hr

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Sheyly
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$19 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Old Hickory, TN

Hi I’m Sheyly! I absolutely love to be with kids! I currently work at a daycare for 3 years now. I can be in a families with pets. I’m not allergic to anything. I can offered anything! :)

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Alexis 1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Old Hickory, TN

Hi! I’m Alexis — a dependable, energetic caregiver with a genuine passion for childcare and creating a safe, positive environment for kids to thrive. I’m CPR & First Aid certified and currently work as a nanny, giving me hands-on experience with daily routines, playtime, learning activities, and creating strong relationships with families. I truly love working with children and bringing a calm, fun, and caring energy into every home. Right now I’m looking for babysitting opportunities, date nights, and events/parties where families need an extra helping hand!

“Alexis was wonderful with our 3 kids. Definitely would hire her again! ”

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Josie
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in Old Hickory, TN

Hello! I am a nature-based early childhood educator. I recently moved to Nashville from California, where I worked as a lead teacher at Northeast Los Angeles Forest School for three years. I am originally from Wisconsin and have a deep love for the outdoors and the growing movement in education towards incorporating more opportunities for free play in nature. My work is informed and inspired by Reggio-Emilia and Montessori pedagogy, David Sobel, and Piaget. I am passionate about supporting children as they explore the wide world, and I enjoy finding engaging ways to facilitate happy, healthy development. I am a strong believer in the benefits of emergent curriculum and learning through play, and I have experience developing curriculum to support this. I have a bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of Wisconsin, Madison and I am currently working on an MS in psychology from Southern New Hampshire University with a speciality in child and adolescent development. During my senior year of college, I had an internship working at a respite center for children ages 6 and under with special needs, and had the opportunity to develop and implement individualized therapy programs for kids. Prior to this, I spent four years caring for children as young as six weeks and as old as twelve at a child care center in my home town in Wisconsin. It was there that I became a registered lead teacher with the Dept. of Children and Families. I have since taught at two preschools in Los Angeles, taken several continuing education courses and certifications, and conducted private care sessions for individuals and groups. I am Wilderness CPR certified, and I also have a valid license and experience transporting children. Currently, I am looking for part time work while I focus more intensely on my graduate degree. I am eager to finish the program both because I am an enthusiastic learner and so that I can move on to my next goal of starting my own forest school program here in Nashville. I am open to single family care or care-shares with friends, and I can offer academic support as well as creative ideas for engaging and developmentally beneficial activities.

“Josie’s communication prior to our first booking was great. On the day of, she was on time, courteous, thoughtful, and a natural with our baby boy.”

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Makya
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Old Hickory, TN

Makya here! I'm a former kindergarten teacher and small business owner with years of hands-on experience working with children. Creating a safe, fun, nurturing environment and where children can feel comfortable. I am offering babysitting, meal prep, bedtime routines, light housekeeping , K-1 tutoring and transportation to and from school (if needed). I understand the importance of patience, communication, and building trust with both children and parents. I look forward to being a helping hand for your family!

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Erin $26 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I’m Erin! I have about 8 years of childcare experience and currently work as a Certified Child Life Specialist at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital. Caring for children has always been my passion, and I love helping kids feel safe, confident, and have fun. I’m patient, dependable, and creative, and I enjoy everything from crafts and imaginative play to outdoor adventures and helping with homework. I’m experienced with children of all ages, including those with medical or developmental needs, and I’m comfortable with meal prep, bedtime routines, transportation, light housekeeping, and pet care. My goal is to create a positive, caring environment where children can thrive and parents can feel completely at ease knowing their family is in good hands.

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Old Hickory, TN?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $20.76
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $25.11
  • Typical job length: 3.7 hours
  • Most requested times: Afternoon

As of November 2026

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4.9 average star rating from total of 236 reviews in Old Hickory, TN

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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 Old Hickory?

As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in Old Hickory is $20.76 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Old Hickory.

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Old Hickory?

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