"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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41 available last-minute babysitters in Federal Way, WA
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Fardusa $23 per hour for 1 child
I have a Master of Education and have been working with children for over ten years. I am kind and provide joyful experiences for kids while they are with me. I look forward to caring for your child/children while you are away.
Jomie May $25 per hour for 1 child
I am a caring and enthusiastic individual with a strong love for working with toddlers and young children. I take pride in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children feel supported and happy. I am highly positive, dependable, and enjoy helping children learn and grow through play and creativity. Key Skills & Strengths • Loving and attentive care for toddlers and young children • Experience with tutoring and helping children with learning activities • Strong interest in arts and crafts, drawing, and creative play • Patient, calm, and encouraging personality • Responsible with household cleaning and organization • Comfortable and confident working around pets • Reliable, positive attitude, and strong work ethic Additional Information While cooking is not my primary strength, I am happy to assist with light household cleaning and maintaining a tidy environment. I am flexible, eager to learn, and dedicated to providing the best care and support possible.
Faith $20 per hour for 1 child
my name is faith and I'm currently a caregiver.Iam offering child care, senior care and house hold services.l love being a babysitter and have been watching newborns, infants ,toddlers and kids since l was 17 years old. l also work as a house hold assistant and can cook, clean and ran errands. l have been a caretake for my own grandparents and am comfortable with senior care.(Am also a caregiver l have all the credentials).
Elizabeth $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My girls are grown and I’m looking to earn some extra money part-time. I know that it’s hard to find someone trustworthy and reliable. I consider myself a Mom wanting to help other moms and dads have an occasional day or night off and know that their babies are well taken care of. I love reading and books and all kinds of music.
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Carissa
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 15 repeat families
23 reviews$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 34 families in Federal Way, WA
Hi! I’m Carissa. I work in the medical field and am CPR/BLS certified, so safety is always my top priority. I primarily babysit for kids ages 2 and up and love creating a fun, caring, and dependable environment for them. I’m currently looking for part-time or date-night babysitting jobs! Feel free to message me and see I can sit for your kiddo!
“Punctual, friendly, communicative, and engaged. The kids had a great time.”
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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
"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 Federal Way?
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Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Federal Way?
Same-day requests are common on UrbanSitter. Submit a request with your timing and care needs, and available sitters in Federal Way 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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