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Pooja K.

Nanny/ Babysitter

Far Rockaway, NY

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi my name is Pooja, I am a responsible, caring, and organized person who has 2 years of experience in taking care of children. I enjoy spending time with kids and have previous experience in working in a daycare which took care of children from ages 6 months to 13 years old. I can help with homework and house cleaning, and am...
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Kaithlyn G.

Jamaica, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hi, my name is Kaithlyn! I have extensive hands-on experience working with children of all ages and enjoy every moment of it. I have open availability and can accommodate last-minute bookings without any issues :))

Care Member says "Kaithlyn is awesome with my 2 1/2 year old! She is flexible with our schedule. Sweet personality! Hands on! Super helpful! Absolutely love her!"

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Alexandra S.

Brooklyn, NY

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am 24 and I have been babysitting and nannying on and off for 9 years. I am reliable, energetic and positive. I once worked in a gym childcare center which gave me experience caring for many children with different personalities. I also have experience with newborns. I am always ready to lend a helping hand when it comes to...
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G'maeri C.

Fun And Flexible Sitter :)

Arverne, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I've been caring for cousins for years and I finally decided to put my skills to use! Right now I am looking for occasional one-night gigs, so if ever you need a last-minute sitter, or would like to enjoy a nice night out, I'm your gal. I have cared for kids from age 3 and up and I am extremely comfortable dealing and conversing...
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Lisa V.

Fun, Active, Professional Babysitter

Brooklyn, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
Hi families! I am a professional and caring babysitter & overnight nanny with 20 years of experience. I am CPR, first aid certified, and have completed postpartum Doula training. I have worked with countless families, multiples, newborns, etc. I have about 10 years of experience as a postpartum Doula specializing in night nanny....
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Lydia P.

Forest Hills, NY

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 3 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. With all my skills and experience, I'm able to provide a supervised,...
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Kenine D.

Queens Village, NY

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm a reliable, patient, and energetic babysitter with experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about creating a fun and safe environment where kids feel supported and parents feel at ease. Whether it's keeping up with busy schedules, helping with homework, or winding down with storytime, I always bring...
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Sarah R.

Fun And Energetic Female Wanting To Help!

Ridgewood, NY

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$23/hr
13 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
Hello! I have been working with kids my entire life. I started babysitting local kids around my neighborhood at the age of 12 and fell in love with it ever since. I have been working with child in the city as a nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, dance instructor, and after school aid!. I'd describe my personality as fun,...
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Maria H.

Patient And Extremely Experienced With Children

Long Beach, NY

from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
Back up/ Summer morning hours available from July 2025 GREAT REFERENCES EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE CPR AED BLS CERTIFICATION I have over 20 years experience. I have extensive experience with infants, toddlers, preschooler and preteens. My services will include: In-Home or Your home Childcare from a provider who is patient, loving...
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Jaylene R.

Available For Spring Break Babysitting! Experienced Behavioral Tech

Brooklyn, NY

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Hey! My name's Jaylene, and I'm a college sophomore currently working as a Behavioral Technician, where I support children with developmental needs through one-on-one sessions. I've been working with kids for over a year and genuinely enjoy helping them feel safe, supported, and seen. Right now I'm available for babysitting...
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Willa G.

Experienced And Caring Sitter! Available Consistently Or Last Minute!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Willa and I am a recent college graduate working 9-5 as a paralegal and babysitting in my free time. I have almost a decade of experience in childcare and have worked in various roles, including sleep-away camp tent counselor, weekly babysitter, tutor, and carpool driver. I am a nationally certified EMT, CPR...

Paul K. says "Willa has done an excellent job caring for our 2yo son. She is punctual, professional, and careful but most importantly our son loves spending time with...

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Natalie T.

College Student - Schedule Is Flexible/Good For Last-Minute

Brooklyn, NY

4.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
My name is Natalie and I am a recent college graduate! I enjoy outdoor adventures, puzzles, cards, and movies; as well, I am comfortable working with all ages, and my schedule is such that I can be available last-minute if needed. I have received Red-Cross certification in First Aid, and was a lifeguard and swim instructor for...

Sophia I. says "Natalie was wonderful and a great help!"

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Catherine B.

Experienced Fun And Responsible Sitter!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi there! I'm a fun and engaging babysitter with 4 years of experience under my belt. I babysat two girls from ages 4 to 8 while at college at Northeastern University in Boston and loved every minute of it. I graduated from Northeastern last May and now live in NYC working at Deloitte. I'm looking to find a family I can...

Care Member says "I cannot recommend Catherine highly enough! She has been an absolute gem in caring for my 10-year-old daughter. She was recommended to me by a friend of...

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Dani O.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
Hi! My name is Danielle, I'm 22 years old and am currently taking the semester off from college due to the pandemic. I go to Pace University where I'm pursing a duel major in Early Childhood and Childhood Education. I've worked in an elementary school classroom, as a camp counselor, in a daycare and as a part time nanny. I have...

Jodi W. says "Danielle is amazing. She's been my go-to after school driver / babysitter for the past few years. She's great with my kids and they really like her. She's...

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Khalea W.

My Experience And Goals With Your Family

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Khalea and I am an experienced infant through teen-aged sitter, based in the Bronx, working in the Bronx, Jersey, and Manhattan. I am available for weekends, in the evening during the week, and am a very reliable choice for last minute bookings. More to note is that I am very comfortable with pets, and light...

Care Member says "Khalea was great with our kids! Would definitely hire her back anytime!"

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Jasmine A.

Experienced Babysitter With A Flexible Schedule

Elmhurst, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Jasmine, and I am looking for a part-time position as a caregiver in NYC. I am a very experienced babysitter with over 6 years of childcare experience, and I can assure you that all the families have been very happy with my services! Some of my other experience also includes working as a summer camp counselor,...

Karen C. says "We first made contact with Jasmine when we were looking for a babysitter for our 6 month old daughter. She sat for us several times and our daughter loved...

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Zarah C.

Energetic Babysitter Who Tutors And Can Teach Cello/ Baking

Hoboken, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
I have more than 5 years of experience. I can help with homework and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I've taught cello for 6 years and currently tutor high schoolers for state exams. I love baking and cooking. I'm very calm and good with children and babies. I always keep my phone nearby when sitting so parents always have access to...

Care Member says "Where to even begin. I was very hesitant to hire outside care, but am so glad that I found Zarah! Zarah is amazing! She is so kind, thoughtful and...

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Emily B.

Responsible, Caring, Experienced Sitter!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Emily, I am proudly from Chicago attending college in New York. With years of experience, working at daycares, employed as a teacher assistant and various babysitting jobs, I can provide a safe, supervised loving environment for your child. My mom always told me to do a job you would do for free, although...

Sylvia T. says "Emily was so good with our 7 month old son! She was punctual, has an upbeat personality and sent me an update with photo of my baby. My son loved hanging...

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Jaclyn D.

Energetic Nanny, Babysitter, And Friend!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
Hello! I am Jackie, a 25-year-old actively living in Williamsburg and looking to spend time with new little friends during my free hours. With experience as an aunt and a history of babysitting since my own childhood, I bring a mix of responsibility, fun, energy, and organization to the table. Skilled in cooking, kid cleaning &...

Jaclyn V. says "Jackie is a rockstar! We had her sit for our two girls (ages 2 and 4) who generally make it known they prefer to be with mom and dad. Despite my warnings,...

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Katya E.

Part-time Babysitter/Nanny/Caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
8 years of experience taking care of newborns to 11-year-olds as well as elderly care. I am responsible, reliable and cheerful person with excellent childcare and interpersonal skills. I also work as a private chef and caterer and will happily help with meal prep in the house along with dinners. I am always filled with energy...

Indira S. says "Katya was punctual, reliable, and very helpful. Proactive and resourceful. Would definitely hire again."

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  • 60 last-minute babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of August 2025

Recent last-minute babysitter reviews from local parents in Far Rockaway, NY

Last-Minute Babysitters in Far Rockaway, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed last-minute babysitters

Kaithlyn G.

Kaithlyn is awesome with my 2 1/2 year old! She is flexible with our schedule. Sweet personality! Hands on! Super helpful! Absolutely love...

- Care member

Willa G.

Willa has done an excellent job caring for our 2yo son. She is punctual, professional, and careful but most importantly our son loves...

- Paul K.

Natalie T.

Natalie was wonderful and a great help!

- Sophia I.

FAQs for finding a last-minute babysitter near you in Far Rockaway, NY

How much it costs to hire a last-minute babysitter depends on many different factors such as where you live and how many years of experience they have. That being said, you can find a last-minute babysitter near you with rates starting at $18.00.

You can use babysitting websites like Care.com to find qualified last-minute babysitters near you. Search through Care.com profiles to find a last-minute babysitter who can help tackle the top babysitting duties on your list in Far Rockaway, NY.

Typically, last-minute babysitters take on the same roles and responsibilities as normal babysitters. The differentiating factor here is you may need to hire a last-minute babysitter with short notice when your normal sitter cancels or when an unexpected appointment or work event comes up. There are 1 near you if you ever find you need an extra set of hands at the last-minute.

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