"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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29 available last-minute babysitters in Clifton, VA
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26 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.52/hr
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Emily $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi I’m Emily and I’m a mom of 2 children and a dog. Before I became a mom I babysat children for over 10 years. I have also been a nanny in the past and worked at a daycare for several years. I love children and animals. I have a dog and I love taking care of other people’s dogs and cats. I treat other people’s pets as my own. Same goes for children! I’m happy to babysit for an occasional date night or come pet sit for you while you are away!
Samantha $20 per hour for 1 child
Hi, I’m Samantha! I’m a junior at William & Mary and am offering babysitting services for families with up to three children. As a caregiver, I prioritize safety, kindness, and mutual respect. I’ve been babysitting for nearly 5 years and am experienced with children ages 9 months and above. I’ve been employed by families with up to four children and with neurodiverse children. I’m looking for short-term work opportunities while back home in Northern Virginia. I’m available until late June, when I leave for a study abroad program in Europe. I’m happy to run errands, cook/prep meals, and do light housekeeping tasks. I have my own car and am CPR and first-aid certified. Most pets are ok (I love cats especially!) but please no high-energy big dogs!
Timothy $20 per hour for 1 child
I teach 8th grade Civics at a middle school in Annandale. I've worked in public schools since 2007 in grades preschool through 12th. I like to travel in my spare time and am looking forward to summer time.
Megan $20 per hour for 1 child
Hello! My name is Megan and I’m currently on summer break as a special education teacher in FCPS. I have a degree in Child Development & Family Studies with a minor in Special Education. I have been working with children since 2019 and can’t imagine doing anything else! I have experience with children of all ages and all abilities. I love planning activities and differentiating them for different skill levels so that no one is left out. Oh, I love all animals from fluffy to scaly too, so pets are not a problem!
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Clifton, VA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.52
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.08
- Typical job length: 4.8 hours
- Most requested times: Evening
As of October 2026
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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
"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 Clifton?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Clifton is $23.52 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Clifton.
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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