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Find a last-minute babysitter in Bainbridge Island, WA

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93 available last-minute babysitters in Bainbridge Island, WA

Families in Bainbridge Island use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.
46 available today | Avg hourly rate: $27.49/hr

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James
Booked by 28 repeat families
46 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 57 families in Bainbridge Island, WA

I have experience babysitting children ranging from 18 months up to 13 years, including kids with ADHD and ASD. I'm a pretty calm and easygoing guy, and always make an effort to engage with the kids I watch. I’m a pretty active person and like to get the kids outside when I can; bike rides, lava monster and soccer are frequent activities. While I personally enjoy physical activities, I'm always happy to take it easy and break out some table games or crafts for a quiet night in. I am comfortable with pets as well. P.S. I completed my bachelor's in March ’22, and am currently searching for work in the communications field.

“James was amazing, my boys loved spending time with him! ”

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Kimberly
Booked by 45 repeat families
65 reviews
$33 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 91 families in Bainbridge Island, WA

Hi! I'm Kimberly and currently live in Seattle. I have worked with kids for over 17 years and absolutely love it. I have been a babysitter, nanny, lead summer camp teacher, and a household manager. I have experience with all ages and am extremely reliable. I’m happy to also help with household tasks.

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Julie
Booked by 8 repeat families
17 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 29 families in Bainbridge Island, WA

I love to engage with children in a safe, positive and joyful manner! Currently I work in a childcare nursery with kids generally between 6 months and 5 years old. I worked at a very busy childcare center in a health club for about 18 years, with children between ages 6 months and 12 years. I look forward to bringing my decades of childcare experience, enthusiasm and joy to my interactions with your child.

“So kind trying to meet Sir Jingles! Would recommend Julie for anyone wanting a kind cat sitter!”

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Grace
Booked by 119 repeat families
175 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 260 families in Bainbridge Island, WA

Hi I'm Grace. I grew up in Indiana, I've been in WA for about 8 years now. I've always taken care of children, of all ages. I've taken care of newborns to pre-teens. I’ve been babysitting through UrbanSitter for a while now and I’m pretty experienced with all age ranges.

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Brian
Booked by 1 repeat family
4 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Bainbridge Island, WA

I spent my freshmen and Sophomore year (2[removed]) at college working with preschool English language learners. From 2015 to 2018 I worked at Green Tree Early Education center in Downtown Seattle. After graduating from the University of Washington with a degree in Early Education, I went for a Masters in Computer Science from Northeastern University. During my corporate career, I worked EST which allowed me to be an afterschool nanny/manny starting during the pandemic. I have worked with 7 different families and my undergraduate education was focused on infants and toddlers. Most of my experience is in transitional care / mothers helper while the families are on a waitlist for childcare centers. However my most recent experience was as a nanny/manny for two boys with Autism Spectrum disorder. I have an outdated first aid and CPR certification but I am almost certain there has not been any significant changes since 2017. I am comfortable around pets

“Brian responded to my post looking for a last minute sitter for my 3 kids (11, 8, 4) when our regular sitter cancelled. He arrived 10 mins early to get settled, and immediately engaged with my 11 year old. He had a creative dinner idea for the kids, even got our 4yo to eat a lot, and I came home to happy kids who couldn’t wait to tell me about all the fun they had. He even got my 4yo to play with him, and she’s usually very hesitant towards new people. He followed her multi-step bedtime routine successfully too. Full disclosure: Brian is my coworker’s husband, so I knew and had met him before hiring him. After rave reviews from my kids, I will definitely be hiring him again.”

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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Bainbridge Island, WA?

  • Average hourly rate for 1 child: $27.49
  • Average hourly rate for 2 children: $32.34
  • Typical job length: 5.7 hours
  • Most requested times: Morning

As of October 2026

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4.9 average star rating from total of 4,291 reviews in Bainbridge Island, WA

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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 Bainbridge Island?

Sign up on UrbanSitter, enter your zip code, and submit a request with your timing and care needs. Babysitters near Bainbridge Island who are available can respond to your request. Before choosing, you can view profiles, parent reviews, and shared connections.

How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Bainbridge Island?

As of October 2026, the average babysitting rate in Bainbridge Island is $27.49 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Bainbridge Island.

Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

Yes. Every babysitter on UrbanSitter completes an annual background check. You can also read reviews from Bainbridge Island families and see shared connections before you book. See what's included in the background check.

Can I find a same-day babysitter in Bainbridge Island?

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