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149 available last-minute babysitters in Annandale, VA

Families in Annandale use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
105 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.39/hr

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Vanessa $40 per hour for 1 child

I am a caring, responsible, and compassionate professional with a genuine passion for caregiving and supporting children’s development. My background combines clinical psychology, early childhood education, experience as a kindergarten teacher, and work with neurodivergent children. I am passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child feels valued, understood, and encouraged to grow. - Credentials and degrees: BA IN psychology MS in Psychological Science CPR certified Yoga instructor 200hr trauma focused My Main Skills: Passion for caregiving and working with children Warm, patient, and dependable personality Experience with neurodivergent children Kindergarten teaching experience from 2012, while studying for my bachelor’s degree Understanding of children’s emotional and developmental needs Ability to create structured and engaging routines Strong communication with children and parents Creative planning of educational and age-appropriate activities Calm and positive approach to challenging situations Ability to encourage independence and confidence Multilingual communication skills Safety-conscious and highly responsible - Languages: Portuguese — Native Spanish - Native English — Fluent French- Intermediate I believe children thrive when they feel safe, respected, loved, and understood. My passion for caregiving motivates me to provide attentive, compassionate, and dependable support while encouraging children’s learning, creativity, independence, and emotional well-being. i am a fierce animal activist and would also love to care for pets while attending my duties. I believe caregiving for animals instills values to children. I would be delighted to bring my experience, passion for caregiving, and dedication to a family seeking a trustworthy and nurturing nanny. My goal is to become a reliable support for parents and their children.

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Ana $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Ana, and I am a junior studying Biology at GWU! I am offering babysitting services, and am also experienced in household services! I am bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish fluently! I have siblings ranging from the ages of 5-9, and I have been responsible for taking care of them since I was 15! Some responsibilities included school pick up, homework help, bathroom help & diaper changing until the youngest one grew out of them! I have always enjoyed working with children, and even work at a pediatric dental office while on breaks! I also participated in a program my senior year of highschool where we worked with preschoolers, and taught them lessons on math, crafts, language arts, etc. every week!

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Patricia $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Patricia and caring for young kids has been something I have always loved to do. Their well being is my number one priority! I enjoy doing learning activities, arts and crafts and outdoor play. I have experience with children of all ages. I am always open to light cleaning/ cooking even running errands as needed!

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Allie $10 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Allie and I am a rising Senior at American University interning in DC over the summer! I have experience babysitting and pet sitting in the past, and would love the opportunity to do this again! Other notable experiences include being a campus peer-facilitator where I learned how to create fun activities for freshman to help them learn more about their introductory class. I am highly motivated and love to be around kids!

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Charlotte $19 per hour for 1 child

I have worked with children since 2022 as an aftercare teacher and summer camp teacher at an elementary school, supporting kids ages 2–6. I regularly managed groups of 6–12 children with some help from other teachers, creating a safe and engaging environment. Before moving to D.C., I babysat for two families with children ages 3–14. I am also experienced with house sitting and pet sitting as needed.

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Annandale, VA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.39
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.05
  • Typical job length: 4.9 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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1,305 sitters background checked in Annandale, VA

4.9 average star rating from total of 5,700 reviews in Annandale, VA

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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 Annandale?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Annandale is $23.39 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Annandale.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Annandale?

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