"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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17 available last-minute babysitters in Dumfries, VA
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9 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.28/hr
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Christina
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Dumfries, VA
Hi, my name is Christina and I am a retired Army officer and now a Fairfax County Public Schools Substitute Teacher. I have raised two children and have a masters degree education (thesis still outstanding) in organizational leadership with an undergrad in psychology. I have used Urban Sitter before and took a break in 2019 for some family time. I have no cancellation rating because I babysit outside the app for preferred families from time to time and help my friend who is a teacher. I come from a long line of teachers. I am from a large family. I have 6 sisters and 1 brother, all dog/cat lovers! Hope to see you soon.
“Christina is extremely caring, welcoming, helpful, and friendly. Our kids completely adored her, and we will definitely be using her services again.”
Nancy
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 46 repeat families
65 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 82 families in Dumfries, VA
Hello, Families! My name is Nancy and I am a licensed Elementary School Teacher in Virginia. I love what I do for a living as a teacher. Children are the greatest joy in my life. In addition, I am the mother of one child who is works in the cyber security field. My son is 25 and the apple of my eye! I look forward to learning about you and your little ones! Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions. I am available every day/night during the summer months and on weeknights and weekends during the school year!
Bridgette $27 per hour for 1 child
Hi! I have over 13 years of childcare experience and currently work with infants ages 3 to 18 months. I’m also studying Early Childhood Education, which helps me support children’s growth and development in a nurturing and engaging way. I’m warm, patient, love creating a safe and caring environment where little ones can thrive. I love to cuddle but also believe exploring is an important part of development.
Yulissa
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 repeat families
3 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Dumfries, VA
I have been caring for children including my own even before Care & Sitter came around. I cared and sat for many children starting from 3 months to 10 year olds. I take my services very seriously and I care for children with professionalism. If you are looking for someone who has a lot of patience and dedication looking after your loved ones please know that they will be in the right hands
“I hired Yulissa to take care of my 23 month old daughter and they got along great! Yulissa was the first babysitter my daughter ever stayed with, so I was a bit nervous. However, my daughter took to her right away. Yulissa was punctual, responsible, patient, and caring. It seemed like my daughter had a lot of fun with Yulissa. She was comfortable with being around our dog as well, which was great. I would definitely hire her again for future babysitting needs and highly recommend her to others as well! ”
Tazlyn $20 per hour for 1 child
Hello, my name is Tazlyn I’m a freshman at Nova studying nursing . I’ve been taking care of my siblings ever since I was 12 so I do have a bit of experience with all different age groups. Im a patient, kind, and responsible caregiver looking to assist families with babysitting, pet care, and house cleaning. I pride myself on creating a safe, comfortable, and engaging environment where children feel cared for. In addition to child care, I am happy to help keep your home clean and organized, as well as care for your pets so your entire household runs smoothly while you are away.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Dumfries, VA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.28
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.11
- Typical job length: 4.6 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of October 2026
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4.9 average star rating from total of 1,331 reviews in Dumfries, 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 Dumfries?
As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Dumfries is $23.28 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Dumfries.
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Dumfries?
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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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