"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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5 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.34/hr
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Cindy $20 per hour for 1 child
Experienced mom of 5 with 10+ years nurturing kids. Patient, reliable, and caring, with a strong background in customer service and communication. I’m great at multitasking and handling stressful situations calmly.
Feriell
Booked by 1 repeat family
$18 per hour for 1 childBooked by 1 family in Dumfries, VA
Hello! I’m a former Early Childhood Educator looking for part-time work as a childcare provider! I am passionate about child development and providing children with the very best care on every level. I don’t just provide basic care and safety but strive to create the best environment to nurture a child’s body, mind, and emotional wellbeing! I have provided care through daycares and as a private childcare provider and nanny for kids from infancy to school age. I would love to hear from you!
Mariela
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 24 repeat families
23 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 39 families in Dumfries, VA
Hello all, I am looking for occasional babysitting jobs. I am realiable, punctual, and I absolutely love children. I have been a sitter for 10+ years. I have experience with all age groups, but typically sitter for families with infants/ toddlers. If you have questions, or need any addition information, please feel free to ask. :) Hope to hear from you soon.
“What a delight! Mariela was early, enthusiastic, and professional. So glad she was able to help us!”
Megan
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 18 repeat families
33 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 46 families in Dumfries, VA
Hi! My name is Megan and I’m 29 years old. I graduated from the University of Maryland in 2019. I live in Manassas, VA. I’ve enjoyed babysitting kids of all ages since I was 13. I work full time during the week, and I’m looking to make some extra spending money on weekends and weeknights. In my free time, I like to run, cook and read. I have my own car and I’m willing to travel into DC and to nearby suburbs in MD and VA. I look forward to meeting you!
“Megan is an outstanding babysitter, she's extremely patient with our kids. we have a fussy 1 year old and she handled both of them well. I highly encourage you to hire her for your caregiving needs!”
Madeline
$18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review$18 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Dumfries, VA
Hi! My name is Madeline but I go by Maddie and I’m currently a Junior at GMU. I have both a car and my license. I’m currently offering childcare, pet care, and household errands. I have done all of these things in the past and have experience and references if needed. I look forward to meeting you and can’t wait to work with you.
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Dumfries, VA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.34
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.17
- 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 1,373 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 $23.34 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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Should I pay more for a last-minute babysitter?
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