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Find a last-minute babysitter in San Marcos, TX

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32 available last-minute babysitters in San Marcos, TX

Families in San Marcos use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
3 available today | Avg hourly rate: $22.02/hr

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Brooklyn
Booked by 2 repeat families
5 reviews
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in San Marcos, TX

My name is Brooklyn; I moved to Texas from out of state. I am currently an accounting manager for a nonprofit. I am available for after-work and weekend childcare. While living in San Diego, CA, I babysat for several families. I did after-school pickup and drop off at sports for two siblings for one family, and then I did weekend babysitting for another family with two siblings. In addition to babysitting, I assisted in teaching summer dance and cheer programs for three years, I took a couple of child development classes in high school and college, volunteered to help a preschool class a few times a year at the preschool my mother worked at, and nannied a 1-year-old for a year. I also help my sister with her 6 year old twins. I have extensive knowledge of everything Disney does, know a bit about sports, and am up-to-date on kids' shows. I'm fun and energetic and love to be active and engaging. *For pet owners, please inform me if you have a cat. I am deathly allergic.*

“Brooklyn was great we look forward to having her again!”

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Makayla
Booked by 20 repeat families
29 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 50 families in San Marcos, TX

My name is Makayla and I worked full-time at Action Behavior Center providing therapy for kids with Autism while also babysitting and nannying on the side.I graduated at the University of Texas at Tyler with my Bachelors in Kinesiology and my Masters in Business Administration while playing softball. I worked at a day care for 2 years and babysit/nanny on my free time. I have a total of 10 years of experience with kids ranging from ages newborns to 10 and up. I am looking for a Full-time Nanny position!

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Hallie $15 per hour for 1 child

Certified nursery and children’s church teacher, Certified RDA. i currently have three dogs, provided childcare for a baby from one month old to two years old.

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Sarah $18 per hour for 1 child

Caring for others has always come naturally to me. Whether it’s looking after kids, helping seniors feel supported, or making sure pets feel loved, I believe everyone deserves kindness and patience. I’m dependable, attentive, and great at creating a warm, safe environment. I also enjoy keeping things organized, preparing meals, cleaning, and making daily life a little easier. Most of all, I love building real connections and making people feel valued, comfortable, and cared for.

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Kate $17 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Kate! I am a passionate, loving, and outgoing person. I love to be outside, spend time with friends and family, and swimming. I have a lot of experience in child and animal care. My first experiences included working at summer camps and church camps with kids. Since then, I have been babysitting on and off for about 3 years. I have cared for kids and animals all shapes and sizes, I love them all! I am a great candidate to care for your kids and animals because I am very loving and always try to help the kids be comfortable and have a fun time!

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $22.02
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $26.66
  • Typical job length: 5.0 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 535 reviews in San Marcos, 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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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in San Marcos?

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in San Marcos?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in San Marcos is $22.02 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in San Marcos.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

Can I find a same-day babysitter in San Marcos?

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