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206 available last-minute babysitters in Seattle, WA

Families in Seattle use UrbanSitter for last-minute date nights, schedule changes, backup care, and same-day babysitter needs.

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Gillian $28 per hour for 1 child

I am a passionate care provider. I bring this passion with me to every job that I do. I am creative, and fun, but also bring balance, and stability. I love working with children in a variety of settings. I have had the privilege of working with the same families for over ten years. I have also worked with children on the autism spectrum, and other special needs. Most of all, parents can trust me with their children. This is of upmost importance when choosing a care provider.

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Renn $25 per hour for 1 child

I am a (current) mental health therapist and experienced nanny looking for time-limited gigs (like vacations) or evening & weekend opportunities, including nannying/babysitting, house sitting, household management, travel nannying, pet sitting or other related tasks. I was a long-term nanny for families in the Seattle area from 2[removed] and 2018-2022. I also have experience with household management and organization/systems implementation to help households run smoothly, as well as ample experience with pet sitting. I have a 10 year old doodle myself who is the sweetest pup you’ll ever meet! I have also nannied for 3 kids for a week while their parents went on vacation, and we had a blast! I am a mental health therapist by day, with afternoons/evenings and weekends available. To be transparent, my long-distance partner and I are looking to relocate in the next year, and we want to save some extra funds to ease the move & extend time off together. I could add more therapy clients, however, I quite enjoy nannying (and other related jobs) and it would be a lovely change of pace. If you’re looking for a long-term person, I won’t be the best fit. But if you need someone to watch your pets on vacation, household organizing, weekend babysitting or vacation coverage, I am great at what I do and will provide a fun, safe, and interactive experience for anyone in my care.

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Isadora $18 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Isadora and I have been working with kids for about 6 years. I’ve spent the last two summers working as a summer camp instructor at Islandwood Day camps on Bainbridge Island and volunteered at a theatre camp when I was in high school. I also babysat on occasion in high school with kids varying in ages 1-12. I love working with kids, doing things like crafts, singing songs, and playing music with them. I also enjoy doing outside activities like going on walks and to local parks. I have also pet-sat for cats and dogs for coworkers and neighbors. I am looking for some extra work outside of my summer camp job. I’m CPR and first aid certified and have reliable access to a car.

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Alexina $25 per hour for 1 child

I am a diverse caregiver. I have 8 years of experience with children from ages newborn to 8 years of age as close relations and as well as experience with 10-15 years of age with short term care. I have a son of my own who is now 8 months and I look forward to having more children. I enjoy cooking and living/ working in a clean space , I was also a RA as a full time job. I am a warm positive person with a unique perspective in challenging situations. I enjoy fun activities such art projects, book reading , and math equations. A future goal of mine would be to own a business that can cater to family’s in need.

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Halima $30 per hour for 1 child

I’m a responsible and caring caregiver with years of experience working in a licensed daycare. I’m CPR/First Aid trained and passionate about creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment where children can learn, grow, and feel comfortable.

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How do I find a last-minute babysitter in Seattle?

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

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Are babysitters on UrbanSitter background checked?

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Can I find a same-day babysitter in Seattle?

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