"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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18 available last-minute babysitters in Allen, TX
Families in Allen use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
13 available today | Avg hourly rate: $20.49/hr
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Megan
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 23 repeat families
31 reviews$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 40 families in Allen, TX
Hi families! I am a 28 year-old college graduate living in Plano. My mom was 1 of 20 children, so I have a lot of little cousins who I grew up around and helped care for. I have 13 years of paid babysitting experience. I've after-school nannied for two families with 8 and 5 year-old girls. I have experience with all ages of children, including: infants, toddlers, twins, multiples and special needs (ADHD and Down Syndrome). I'm comfortable changing diapers, bottle-feeding, rocking children to sleep, etc. I have a calm, patient and easy-going personality with a good sense of humor that allows me to connect well with kids. I enjoy meeting new families and would love to hear from you if I seem like a good fit!
“Megan was great with our two boys and two young dogs. She managed bedtimes, meals, crating dogs, and communicated throughout the evening. She was prompt, professional and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended!!”
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Emily $8 per hour for 1 child
Hi, my name is Emily I live in Plano I work with Plano ISD for special education, I’ve been working with kids for about 15 years. All ages of kids from newborn to 12 years old.
Julia
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in Allen, TX
Hello everyone! My name is Julia I am 30 and married to my amazing husband of 9 years, I have been working with kids since I was 14 i often help educate the children with math, reading and all important basic learning skills plus more! So I don’t just babysit I make it a goal to make sure that the child I am with learns at least one thing I taught them! I am also CPR certified and first aid. Thank you for taking the time to read about me! Also I have a 3 year old baby boy named Myles!
“Julia was amazing with our four month old when we needed a quick last minute sitter! She arrived promptly, had a kind demeanor and consistently gave updates on our son while we were out! We will definitely be using her again.”
Vanessa $25 per hour for 1 child
✨Will make your kids forget their tablet exists if you let me✨ 75025📍 -Committed to being an engaging and thoughtful sitter✔️ -Responsible, resourceful, and reliable ✔️ -Attentive and communicative ✔️ -Comfortable navigating challenging behaviors and big feelings✔️ My goal is to provide thoughtful, nurturing care to every child I meet. I believe in encouraging their passions, helping them grow and learn, and being fully present and engaged in their world. Open communication and mutual respect with both children and parents are at the heart of how I work.
Emily $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi, I am Emily Rose, I love to w9rk with kids of any age. I have 10 plus years of working with kids. I currently work for Frisco Isd as a special education aide and I'm going back to.school to become a special education teacher. I am a really bubly person, communication with families is key.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Allen, TX?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $20.49
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $24.34
- 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 552 reviews in Allen, TX
"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 Allen families choose UrbanSitter for last-minute child care
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Allen?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Allen is $20.49 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Allen.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Allen?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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