Find a babysitter near you in Metairie, LA

How often do you need a babysitter?

Full-TimePart-Time
502 babysitters in Metairie · most families pay $15–$20/hr

Hire a babysitter in Metairie, LA

Rates last updated October 2026
Za’nyah L. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Za’nyah

Metairie, LA
$18/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Za'Nyah LaCour ' i’m 19 yrs old , my first job was at chuck e. cheese because i love kids , i know about babies/kids because i have younger siblings , im trying to accomplish my dream as we speak "early child hood education " .

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Hannah B. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Hannah

Metairie, LA
$10/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am 16 years old and I have been babysitting for 3 years. I go to archbishop chapelle high school. I get off of school at 3 pm. I am very good with kids and I will do things with them like going to the park or any after school activities.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Darlene B. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Darlene

Metairie, LA
$20/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

How often do you need a babysitter?

Full-TimePart-Time
Yanira M. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Yanira

Metairie, LA
$18/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello I am interested in applying for the full-time nanny position. I am fluent in English and Spanish, have experience working with children in educational settings, and can support your children with learning activities.
Ashlyn S. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Ashlyn

Metairie, LA
$20 - $40/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Leslie R. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Leslie

Metairie, LA
$18/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a social worker by profession and I have studied evolutionary psychology that is linked to the behavior and growth of children. I am very patient, I like to play and make children feel important and loved...

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Want to find more babysitters in your area?

Get Started
Noor K. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Noor

Metairie, LA
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My self Anam Shahid I'm currently looking for a job and full time student in university of holy cross doing dentistry there i completed my Dental assistant. I have 4 years old boy and i love to stay with kids play with them

Certification

CPR
Merline S. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Merline

Metairie, LA
$13/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m 20 years old I’m currently in college studying to be a nurse. I always have to kids sense I was young I have babysat before my nieces and, family friend kids and, I’m really good with them.

Certification

CPR
Isabel C. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Isabel

Metairie, LA
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a fun, caring nanny who is looking to help your kids have a great summer! I am available from late May to early August. I would love to get your kids outside, do arts and crafts with them, and keep them entertained during their summer break!
< PrevNext >

We’re here for you at every step of the process

Finding your nanny

Finding your nanny

Create your profile and connect with nannies that fit your needs.
Hiring your nanny

Hiring your nanny

Discuss and finalize the details of your arrangement with the nanny.
Support when you need it

Support when you need it

Get help on your nanny journey with useful tips along the way.
Start Your Search
Assortment of photographs arranged loosely on top of one another

Share your nanny with another family

Enjoy attentive care and have playmates for your kids, all at a reasonable cost.
Learn about nanny sharing

Start browsing babysitters near you

Help me find my babysitter

Nearby cities to find a babysitter

A

Abbeville, LA • Abita Springs, LA • Addis, LA • Albany, LA • Alexandria, LA • Amite City, LA • Anacoco, LA • Arabi, LA • Arnaudville, LA • Avondale, LA

B

Baker, LA • Ball, LA • Barksdale Air Force Base, LA • Basile, LA • Bastrop, LA • Baton Rouge, LA • Belle Chasse, LA • Benton, LA • Berwick, LA • Bogalusa, LA • Bossier City, LA • Bourg, LA • Boutte, LA • Boyce, LA • Breaux Bridge, LA • Bridge City, LA • Broussard, LA • Brusly, LA • Buckeye, LA • Bush, LA

C

Calhoun, LA • Cankton, LA • Carencro, LA • Caspiana, LA • Central, LA • Chalmette, LA • Choudrant, LA • Church Point, LA • Clinton, LA • Columbia, LA • Coushatta, LA • Covington, LA • Crowley, LA • Cut Off, LA • Cypress, LA

D

Darrow, LA • Delcambre, LA • Denham Springs, LA • Dequincy, LA • De Ridder, LA • Des Allemands, LA • Destrehan, LA • Dixie, LA • Dixie Inn, LA • Donaldsonville, LA • Downsville, LA • Dry Prong, LA • Duson, LA

E

Erath, LA • Eros, LA • Eunice, LA

F

Farmerville, LA • Folsom, LA • Forbing, LA • Fort Polk North, LA • Fort Polk South, LA • Franklin, LA • Franklinton, LA • French Settlement, LA • Frierson, LA

G

Galliano, LA • Galvez, LA • Geismar, LA • Gibson, LA • Gonzales, LA • Grambling, LA • Gray, LA • Greensburg, LA • Greenwell Springs, LA • Greenwel Spgs, LA • Greenwood, LA • Gretna, LA • Grosse Tete, LA

H

Hammond, LA • Harahan, LA • Harvey, LA • Haughton, LA • Haynesville, LA • Henderson, LA • Hicks, LA • Holden, LA • Homer, LA • Houma, LA

I

Independence, LA • Iowa, LA

J

Jackson, LA • Jarreau, LA • Jeanerette, LA • Jefferson, LA • Jena, LA
Find a babysitter near me
Image of a piggy bank

What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Metairie, LA?

The average cost of a babysitter in Metairie, LA is $18.45 per hour. Most Metairie families on Nanny Lane pay $15 to $20/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
Learn more about babysitter costs

How to Find a Babysitter in Metairie, LA

Nanny Lane is a child care website meant to help you find a babysitter in your area. Our child care services include background checks, a dedicated hiring agent, and payroll.

Understand Babysitter Responsibilities in Metairie, LA

Before beginning the search for a babysitter, it’s important to understand what you’re looking for and if a babysitter is the right choice for your child care needs. There are lots of benefits to hiring a babysitter such as getting the flexibility of having some more time for yourself or with your partner. When hiring a babysitter, first, you should explore the differences between a nanny and a babysitter. If you’re looking for occasional child care, babysitters are the right choice for you, but if you’re looking for more frequent care, a nanny may be better for your needs.

From there, you can think about what you expect your babysitter to handle so that you can create a profile for nannies to reach out to you. The boundaries for babysitters’ duties can vary from family to family. However, in general, a babysitter is responsible for making sure your kids’ needs are met, including things like ensuring they have opportunities to play and be active. When tasks go beyond child care, for example to housekeeping, laundry, or meal preparation, it’s good practice to communicate these expectations with your babysitter before hiring them. Along with the different duties that you ask for, experience and location in Metairie can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Metairie Babysitter Interviews

Once you start connecting with prospective babysitters, the next step is to conduct an interview. To make things a bit easier, here’s a list of some babysitter interview questions to consider asking:

  • Do you have experience being a babysitter?
  • What sort of household tasks are you open and comfortable doing?
  • Do you have any references?
  • Are you trained in First Aid or CPR in Louisiana?
  • Do you have a Louisiana driver’s license? Do you own a car?
  • How do you handle tantrums? Can you share an experience disciplining children?

During the hiring process, it’s essential to ask for references and by asking their references questions you gain a better understanding of they will fit in your family. As you get closer to hiring a nanny, be sure to run a background check to ensure your kids are in good hands. When evaluating a babysitter that you’re considering hiring, make sure you’re setting the foundation for a good relationship with your babysitter. You can do this by being clear about your expectations around babysitter responsibilities and compensation, and of course, by being friendly and welcoming!

And of course, as you learn how to hire a babysitter, Nanny Lane's nanny services are here to help you along the way.

Tips on finding a babysitter

A young woman sitting on a train holding a baby on her lap, and looking at a book
Starting your searchFinding A Summer Nanny
nanny and child playing with a wooden toy train
Identifying your needsWhat is Nanny Lane and How Does it Work?
How does the number of kids influence nanny costs?
Identifying your needsHow does the number of kids influence nanny costs?

Popular searches in
Metairie, LA

Babysitter Jobs • Nannies • Nanny Jobs