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15 available last-minute babysitters in Chesapeake, VA

Families in Chesapeake use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
3 available today | Avg hourly rate: $17.56/hr

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Mei-Li
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$10 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Chesapeake, VA

My name is Mei-Li, I am a recent graduate from University of Oregon. I recently moved to Virginia for a job. I have years of experience working with kids from infant to middle school. I attended a summer camp and helped foster an environment for kids of all ages and personalities to express themselves and learn life skills. I have babysat for friends and neighbors. I was 15 when my brother was born and helped care for him since then. I am fluent in Chinese and can play 6 musical instruments. I am a responsible, reliable, flexible, easygoing, and trustworthy person. I grew up with a cat and dog and love animals. I am willing to help out anywhere I am able to. I am CPR/First Aid certified. I enjoy arts and crafts, board games, and music.

“She was attentive, caring, and patient with my children. Will definitely be booking again!”

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Sara $18 per hour for 1 child

I’m Sara, a twenty year old student at William and Mary. I’ve been babysitting for over 6 years now. I have experience with all ages. Most recently I was an Au Pair in Australia for a 6 month old and a 4 year old. I love doing activities with the kids in my care. Either outside playing sports and games, or doing crafts inside. Whatever the weather and circumstances allow for. I pride myself on being very organized and punctual. I’m looking for part time, or occasional jobs over the summer. Whether that be childcare, household work, or running errands. Please feel free to reach out with questions!

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Briyanna $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Briyanna, and I have over 10 years of childcare experience working with children of all ages. My background includes babysitting, coaching toddler soccer, and working professionally as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), where I provided individualized support to children and helped them develop social, behavioral, and communication skills. I am patient, dependable, and passionate about creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun. Whether it's helping with daily routines, organizing activities, or simply being a trusted caregiver, I strive to provide families with reliable, high-quality care. I am currently available through July 17 and would love the opportunity to support your family this summer.

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Mikhia $14 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Khia, and I’m an 18-year-old college student majoring in elementary education. While I’m home from school until January 16th, I’m offering occasional babysitting for families who need help with date nights, after-school care, or last-minute and emergency situations. I have experience caring for children from infancy through pre-teens and focus on creating a safe, positive, and supportive environment. I enjoy keeping kids engaged through reading, arts and crafts, games, and outdoor play, and I’m happy to help with homework, meals, and daily routines. My education background helps me stay patient, organized, and attentive to each child’s needs. I also have experience caring for pets, including feeding, walking, playing, and general supervision. I’m comfortable with large dogs and pets that shed, and I’ve volunteered with an animal rescue, which helped me gain confidence working with different animals and temperaments. I take pride in being dependable, calm, and communicative, and I aim to make both children and parents feel comfortable and at ease.

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Laura
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Chesapeake, VA

Hello My name is Laura & I have 5 years experience in overnight , short/ & long term dog sitting w local families - I enjoy giving quality time & luving care to any breed & size dogs (& cats) I’m a Va Beach local for many years & will travel all of Hampton Roads I also am a pro home organizer specializing in big decluttering & downsizing projects - I can take on an entire home , decluttering every area including bedrooms, bathrooms, pantry’s, closets, drawers, cabinets, garages, sheds ect…… Transforming & clearing messy spaces into clean organized areas is my passion - pet sitting is a hobby that I enjoy very much as well w many years of experience in personally owning 5 dogs of my own thru the years - so if you need luving pet care & / or want to return home to a neat home as a plus, I’m your gal 😉

“Laura goes above and beyond beyond from the loving care of our pets to the loving care of our home! ”

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $17.56
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $21.07
  • Typical job length: 4.5 hours
  • Most requested times: Afternoon

As of October 2026

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5.0 average star rating from total of 72 reviews in Chesapeake, 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 do I find a last-minute babysitter in Chesapeake?

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Chesapeake?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Chesapeake is $17.56 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Chesapeake.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Chesapeake?

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