"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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199 available last-minute babysitters in Kirkland, WA
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116 available today | Avg hourly rate: $27.64/hr
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Juliana
$37 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 9 repeat families
22 reviews$37 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 29 families in Kirkland, WA
Hi families! Looking for a warm and present nanny? I have a passion for working with children and helping them learn and grow. My 5+ years of experience—including working in daycares, summer camps, babysitting, and nannying for an amazing family over the past 2 years—have prepared me to provide safe, reliable, and engaging childcare. As a patient, calm, and creative caregiver, I prioritize open communication with parents to ensure their peace of mind, and I follow their lead when it comes to enforcing household rules. My priority is your children and creating an environment where they can grow and families feel supported. I look forward to getting to know you!
Eliete
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 repeat families
10 reviews$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 14 families in Kirkland, WA
Dear families. I am Eliete, a warm and nurturing nanny with more than 15 years of paid experience taking care of kids of all age from newborn age to 11 years old. I have a genuine love for children and I a passion to help others. I am a CPR and first Aid certified with experience with food planning and preparation, bed time routine, potty training, diaper changes… Besides the years of experience I also have few certificates dedicated to Early Childhood Development. I completed an Infant & Toddler Specialist training program, a Baby Sleep Foundations dedicated to well Infant Sleep and a Newborn Care Specialist Master Class dedicated to Well-Baby Care by ICT Academy and some other certificates. I am more than happy to provide references by your request. I am available for weekends and evening shifts and I am looking forward to connecting with your family.
Tássia
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 20 repeat families
20 reviews$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 33 families in Kirkland, WA
My name is Tassia. I'm a Portuguese/ English/ Spanish speaker nanny, 36 years old. I'm looking for one-time job, date night jobs. I have been working with children since I was 15 years old. My specialty is infants and toddlers but I'm also good with teenagers. I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I'm fully vaccinated Covid. Thank you for taking time to read my profile, fell free to send me message. Talk to you soon!
“If the app allows 10 stars rating I would choose that for Tassia! She’s kind, fun, very aware of the surroundings and knows what to do as soon as she stepped foot inside. We knew we can trust her with our kid after the first booking. She’s great with our 4 years old and also newborn. She is also a great artist that my son cannot stop talking about her drawings. If you need someone love the children more than just a job-Tassia is the one! Thank you Tassia!”
Sydney
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 32 repeat families
46 reviews$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 63 families in Kirkland, WA
I have 8 years of consistent childcare experience, including 3 years as a healthcare assistant at a children’s hospital and a part time nanny for a family of six kids (ages 0-16). I’m responsible, reliable, and promise to keep your kiddos safe and engaged. I’m passionate about getting outdoors and introducing kids to fun, healthy activities. I respect family routines and am ready to adapt to your needs. Looking forward to meeting your family and making life a little easier for you! **late cancellations (within 12 hrs) I still charge half the booking amount**
“Sydney was amazing! Put us at ease immediately as it was our first time leaving the little one with a sitter. She was kind, caring and kept in constant contact with updates throughout the night. ”
Jemma
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 9 repeat families
16 reviews$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 20 families in Kirkland, WA
Hi! My name is Jemma. I work full time in event management but babysat all throughout college as you’ll see on my profile reviews! I’m looking for evening, weekend, and holiday babysitting opportunities. I am fully vaccinated from COVID and will happily follow your family’s lead on safety preferences. I enjoy entertaining children via storytelling, outdoor games, and engaging with their current interest! Please reach out if you have any questions
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Kirkland, WA?
- Average hourly rate for 1 child: $27.64
- Average hourly rate for 2 children: $32.31
- Typical job length: 5.6 hours
- Most requested times: Morning
As of November 2026
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4.9 average star rating from total of 4,316 reviews in Kirkland, WA
"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 do I find a last-minute babysitter in Kirkland?
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How much does a last-minute babysitter cost in Kirkland?
As of November 2026, the average babysitting rate in Kirkland is $27.64 per hour for one child. Rates vary by experience, number of children, and time of day. See babysitting rates in Kirkland.
Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?
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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Kirkland?
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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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