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76 available last-minute babysitters in Newington, VA

Families in Newington use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
71 available today | Avg hourly rate: $23.43/hr

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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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Melissa $23 per hour for 1 child

I have hands-on experience caring for children, pets, and the elderly, and I understand the responsibility these roles require. I create safe, nurturing, and fun environments for kids while supporting their routines and needs. I am experienced in pet care, including feeding, walking, and daily attention, and I provide compassionate support to elderly individuals, assisting with daily activities and companionship. I also help with household services, including cleaning, organizing, and meal preparation. My background includes working as a teacher’s assistant, interning at a middle school, and serving as a caregiver for more than a year. I currently care for my brother’s dog when he’s away. These experiences have strengthened my reliability, patience, and commitment to providing attentive, responsible care.

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Margaret $25 per hour for 1 child

Hi there! My name is Margo. I come from a large family and have been surrounded by children my entire life. I was raised helping care for my younger sibling and cousins, and I am now a very involved aunt to 14 nieces and nephews whom I am extremely close to. Caring for children has always been a natural and joyful part of my life. I have experience babysitting infants through 10-year-olds, including children with special needs, who I have a particular heart for. I am warm, fun, personable, and highly adaptable. I do well with different family dynamics and parenting styles, and I strive to create a safe, loving, and engaging environment where children feel comfortable and cared for. I love cooking, baking, and am able to drive kids around, house or pet sit. I take my role as a caretaker seriously and truly enjoy building meaningful, trusting relationships with both children and parents.

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Ashton $20 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Ashton and I am 39. I have been babysitting and pet sitting for many years. I mostly deal with toddler age and up and all kind of animals. I love being outside and doing activities outside. If the weather does not permit, fun educational games or toys are my go to. Have a great day!

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Daniela 3 reviews
$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Newington, VA

DANIELA I am teacher with three years of experience in my country Colombia, I have the kindergarten and garden grades with children between 3-5 years old. I arrived in the United States through a cultural exchange, in this time I have liked to see how multicultural this country is and I want to learn more. Improve my English skills more, meet different families who are kind and respectful when they trust me in raising their baby. EDUCATION EXPERIENCE Bachelor of Science in Education Universidad de Pamplona (Colombia)| 2020 TEACHER 2021-MAY 2023 • I was a teacher at a school in Colombia, I have experience with children, I love exploring their creativity, playing, reading, creating stories, enjoying the environment. SKILLS Pacient Kind Loving Caring Dedicate Passionate • non-smoker. • PET-friendly. • CPR/first aid certified. • Fully vaccinated for COVID. • Speak Spanish (native language), I understand English.

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

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $23.43
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $28.11
  • Typical job length: 4.9 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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4.9 average star rating from total of 5,161 reviews in Newington, 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 Newington?

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

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Newington is $23.43 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Newington.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Newington?

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