"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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19 available last-minute babysitters in Darlington Heights, VA
Families in Darlington Heights use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
4 available today | Avg hourly rate: $17.49/hr
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Cire $20 per hour for 1 child
Hello, my name is Cire. I am a dedicated and experienced babysitter with over three years of experience. I am passionate about creating a safe and fun environment. Whether it's helping with homework, preparing meals, and or organizing fun activities. I always aim to create a safe and happy environment for your little ones. I’m certified in CPR and First Aid, and I pride myself on being reliable, punctual, and great at communicating with both kids and parents. I would love to support your family however I can!
Shakira
$17 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 repeat families
3 reviews$17 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Darlington Heights, VA
Hello all, My name is Shakira. I’m originally from Rochester, Ny but I’ve relocated down to Norfolk, Va for college. I’m the youngest sibling of many so for most of my life I’ve been babysitting all my nieces and nephew. I’m very energetic and down to earth so for me it’s easy to connect with kids of all ages. I’m a jack of all trades so I’m open to doing any activity that a kid might enjoy including sports, baking, walking, reading, and video games/board games. I am a sponge when it comes to information so anything I don’t know I will make sure I learn it. I look forward to connecting with your family.
“Incredibly kind and great with my two boys! Went above and beyond to take care of them. Would love to have her again for future care! ”
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Gina
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 15 repeat families
30 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 44 families in Darlington Heights, VA
Hello! My name is Gina, and I’ve been working with kids for over 8 years. I started caring for my siblings at 16, then babysat for neighborhood families. Over the years, I’ve worked primarily with babies, but I enjoy working with kids of all ages. I came to the United States as an au pair in 2017 and spent a couple of years with a wonderful family. After that, I moved abroad to complete a master’s degree while teaching English to children in Spain. I returned to the DMV area in 2021 and have been working with families in DC and Maryland ever since. For the past couple of years, I’ve also been working in international development and advocacy. If you notice reviews from a while ago, it’s because I’ve maintained long-term relationships with families who still reach out to me occasionally. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like references. I’d be happy to provide them!
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Brittany $14 per hour for 1 child
I am a CPR certified, married mother of three. My children are grown ups mostly now and I am looking to make being a Nanny a full-time job again! I was a Nanny in North Carolina for six years to many families. I am excellent at helping with homework, chores, and even helping grandma and grandpa with things! Please feel free to reach out with any questions! I am loving, compassionate, and well versed on all manner of people!
Bianca 1 review
$20 per hour for 1 child
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Darlington Heights, VA
Hello my name is Bianca I’m have been working with kids for years, I’m am cpr certified and have been babysitting for awhile now, I’m amazing with kids
“She was super friendly and easy to communicate with. She responded quickly to all of my messages and made me feel comfortable leaving my kids with her. Overall, it was a great experience, and I’d definitely book with her again!”
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Darlington Heights, VA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $17.49
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $21.30
- 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 69 reviews in Darlington Heights, VA
"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 Darlington Heights?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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