"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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12 available last-minute babysitters in Kennedale, TX
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10 available today | Avg hourly rate: $18.82/hr
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Clara
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Kennedale, TX
I haven't been babysitting for long. I enjoy kids, I have fun playing games with them. I'm a kind person with a bubbly personality. I enjoy, singing, dancing, music, and theatre. Helping with childcare at my church was also a lot of fun.
Rhonda $20 per hour for 1 child
Greetings! My name is Rhonda, I am a parent and a public school teacher with Arlington ISD. I have 25 years teaching experience, mainly in early childhood education and special education. I have a Master's in Special Education and have experience working with students who have physical, intellectual and emotional disabilities. I have training in trauma-informed parenting and teaching. As a parent and previous nursery worker, I have additional experience caring for children of all ages. I also have experience providing companionship and light physical care to elderly family members. I am also willing to do light tasks around the house and prepare simple meals for those I'm caring for. I love animals, so your pets would also be in good hands with me. I would love the opportunity to meet your family and answer any questions you have about the care I provide.
Kailey $18 per hour for 1 child
I have many nieces and nephews as well as friends with children so I am comfortable around kids of all ages. I am CPR certified. I have had pets all my life, including birds and rabbits so I am comfortable with animal care. I have also cared for elderly and ailing family members so I have experienced in basic care and assistance. I am clean and organized and know how to keep a home.
Jasmine $20 per hour for 1 child
My name is Jasmine I’m looking for part time job right now as I have a full time job Monday through Saturday (every other Saturday ) I have been taking care of children since I was 15 years old. I have experience with newborns, toddlers, middle aged kids. I have a lot of patience for children and enjoy teaching new things. I don’t have any kids of my own yet but hope to some day. I enjoy pets but am allergic to cats. I can run errands and do light house keeping.
Cheryl
$21 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 repeat families
5 reviews$21 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 families in Kennedale, TX
Hi! My name is Cheryl. I'm 61 years old and have had many years experience with all ages, including 8 month old triplets! Children usually warm up to me rather quickly. I love children. I have 3 grandchildren and one on the way. They are my joy! My rates are negotiable. i accept zelle, venmo and cashapp but prefer cash..
“Cheryl was great, she loves our kids and is always flexible and on time and great with bedtime routines. She genuinely loves kids and goes above and beyond! Can’t wait to hire her again”
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Kennedale, TX?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $18.82
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $22.45
- Typical job length: 6.5 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 349 reviews in Kennedale, 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 Kennedale families choose UrbanSitter for last-minute child care
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Kennedale?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Kennedale is $18.82 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Kennedale.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Kennedale?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Kennedale 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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