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20 available last-minute babysitters in Dallas, TX

Families in Dallas use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
26 available today | Avg hourly rate: $20.10/hr

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Colby
Booked by 12 repeat families
16 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 29 families in Dallas, TX

Hello! I am a loving, playful, creative professional Ballerina, Early Childhood Educator, and Nanny. I have been a regular part time nanny for multiple families in NYC for the past 10 years and am in Dallas for a few weeks to work at the Opera. (I am actually still with a family that I met when I first joined Urbansitter- through the birth of their second child and a move!) I strive to provide a loving, peaceful environment, and to nurture all areas of development for these wonderful little humans. In addition to more than a decade of hands on experience, I have been trained in childhood development through movement with Dionne Kamara, and through sensory play with Jennie Monness at Union Square Play. I have since joined the staff there as a Lead Educator and a Co-Creator of the ‘Dance! Play! Ballet!’ curriculum. I base my approach to nannying on the Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and RIE philosophies that I have been exposed to and experienced in my work. I am Infant CPR/First Aid certified.

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Katrina
Booked by 14 repeat families
21 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 25 families in Dallas, TX

I am a reliable, enthusiastic, disciplined, and honest individual with a successful track record of working with kids of multiple different families through which I developed exceptional child care and needs management expertise. I am well versed in taking care of children between the ages of 5 months to 12 years. Specifically, I am very competent at: - Meal and snacks preparation and bottle-feeding infants - Bathing, dressing, and toilet-training children - Tidying up children's bedroom and play room - Keeping a vigilant eye on the children's activities, preparing them for school, helping them with homework and organizing their leisure activities Above all, I know how to keep the kids safe and amused in different healthy ways. I am also a very experienced pet sitter. I love animals very much and am very caring to the fur babies. I have mostly cared for large/small dogs and various breeds, such as German Shepherd’s, Labradors, an Old English Sheepadoodle, Golden Retrievers, Yorkie’s, and Dachshund’s. I understand your pets are important to you and they are to me as well. I am mindful of the needs of your pets and will treat them as my own.

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Ariana
Booked by 16 repeat families
17 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 18 families in Dallas, TX

Hello! My name is Ariana and I am a graduate student. I am offering child care, dog care, and household services. I have been babysitting since I was 12-13 years old watching newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids. I have been responsible for driving to/from school, crafts, driving to/from after-school activities, and completing chores. I love hanging out and doing activities that the children enjoy, while teaching life and communication skills that are age appropriate! (ex. maintaining a clean room, completing homework, communicating needs, etc.) For house sitting, I have been responsible for watering plants, collecting mail, and regularly checking in on the house when needed. I am comfortable with most pets, but am most familiar with dogs.

“Warm, professional, and a joy for our daughter to be around. ”

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Amelia
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Dallas, TX

Hi! I'm Amelia! I'm a Speech-Language Pathologist who specializes in working with toddlers. I have multiple years of experience with young children demonstrating behavioral issues.

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Braxtyn $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Braxtyn. I grew up in both Dallas and Austin, and I’ve been babysitting ever since I was old enough to help out! I absolutely adore working with kids and have a few nieces and a nephew who I love spending time with. Caring for children has always come naturally to me, and I truly enjoy creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for them.

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Dallas, TX?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $20.10
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $24.29
  • Typical job length: 5.6 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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Babysitters on UrbanSitter are background checked every year, with every profile individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.

263 sitters background checked in Dallas, TX

4.9 average star rating from total of 693 reviews in Dallas, TX

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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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Frequently asked questions about finding a last-minute babysitter in Dallas

How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Dallas?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near Dallas 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 Dallas?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Dallas is $20.10 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Dallas.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check. You can also read reviews from Dallas families and see shared connections before you book. See what's included in the background check.

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Dallas?

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