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196 available last-minute babysitters in Mercer Island, WA

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Noyrileth $25 per hour for 1 child

I am a passionate childcare provider with over 2 decades of experience nurturing and educating young minds. Child development led me to this rewarding career that leads me to provide reliable support to families. My strengths lie in my patience, creativity and friendly nature to easily connect with children. I follow parents' instructions and respect their parenting style. My English is basic. I speak Spanish.

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Pei 1 review
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Mercer Island, WA

Hello, my name is Pei. After many cherished years as a stay-at-home mom, I am looking forward to returning to the workforce and doing what I know best: taking care of infants. My journey as a mother has deepened my understanding of the unique needs of newborns and their families and I am excited to share my knowledge and experience with others. I have raised three children of my own. My experience in caring for my own children has equipped me with practical skills in infant care, breastfeeding support, and emotional nurturing. I believe that every baby deserves a gentle start in life, and every family deserves compassionate support during those early years. I also offer postpartum services by helping families adjust to life with their new arrival. My goal is to ensure that every family feels supported, informed, and confident as they welcome their little ones. In my free time, you can find me watching the Tennis Channel, listening to my playlist on blast while doing housework, singing, and hopefully playing pickleball soon! And of course spending time with my family. I would be honored to be part of such an intimate time in your life. My heartfelt mission is to lovingly care for your baby, ensuring they feel safe, cherished, nurtured, and supported in every moment. Availability: 1-5 days a week for Daytime (time is negotiable) 2-3 days a week for Nights/Overnights (time is negotiable) Covid & Flu vax 9//2025 Postpartum Doula Certification 10/2025

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Chawa $27 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Chawa, and I absolutely love working with children. I've spent the past year working at a Montessori school with toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years old, and it's been such a rewarding experience. I enjoy getting to know each child's unique personality and creating a safe, fun, and caring environment where they feel comfortable and happy. I also have a few years of babysitting experience with children ranging from 12 months to 8 years old. My responsibilities have included diaper changes, bottle feeding and meals, preparing meals and snacks, engaging children in age-appropriate play and learning activities, reading, helping with nap time, and keeping their spaces clean and organized. I'm CPR, First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) certified, and I always prioritize children's safety while creating a fun, nurturing, and positive environment where they can learn and grow. Families have described me as calm, responsible, and trustworthy. I genuinely enjoy spending time with children and love encouraging their curiosity through games, crafts, outdoor play, books, and other engaging activities. I understand the importance of maintaining routines, communicating openly with parents, and treating every child with kindness and patience. I'm happy to help with light housekeeping related to the children, meal preparation, homework assistance for older kids, and creating a smooth, stress free experience for the whole family. I look forward to getting to know your family!

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Itzel $21 per hour for 1 child

I am friendly, easy going person. I am service oriented, I am First Aid/CPR trained. Clean background, clean driving license record. Solid experience in childcare all ages, servicial and caring with seniors and love pets. I also can help around the house with cleaning, laundry, meal prepping and light cooking. Safely transporting kids or seniors for appointment or classes, running errands as needed. I am educated and I am fluent in Spanish and can support with Spanish homework or conversation. I also have administrative skills and can assist with personals business tasks.

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Kamina $30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Mercer Island, WA

I work for the School District so child safety is very important to me. I have a strong foundation for understanding child development across all age groups, from infant, toddlers to teenagers and years of experience with special needs. I am First Aid and CPR Trained. I am comfortable caring for up to two children and happy to help with feeding, laundry and light housekeeping. I am patient, calm, friendly, and always follow parents' lead when enforcing rules. I provide regular updates via text or phone call, according to your preference. I look forward to bringing my experience and passion to your family.

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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."

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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!"

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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 :)"

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

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Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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

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

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