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Savannah P. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Savannah

New Orleans, LA
$15.25/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Savannah and my heart completely goes out to kids I’m still trying to decide what field i want to eventually start my career for the rest of my life and it’s either a social worker or working for special needs I love helping be apart of helping kids grow in life and taking care of them I’ve been a babysitter since I was 14 I have 4 years of experience working at a day care from infants to 10 year olds. I have experience with kids all around up till 15 years old.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Courtney K. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Courtney

New Orleans, LA
$19/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m a caring, dependable, and patient caregiver with a background in healthcare and experience working with children. I’m CPR/First Aid trained and comfortable creating a safe, structured, and fun environment for kids. I’m happy to help with playtime, meals, homework, light tidying, and daily routines. I’m reliable, attentive, and understand how important it is for parents to feel confident that their little ones are in good hands.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Alexandra B. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Alexandra

New Orleans, LA
$20/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Alexandra and I am a DONA-trained postpartum doula and infant care specialist. I've worked in infant caregiving for the past 15 years.

I'm compassionate, nurturing and grounded, and I believe in meeting families where they are to support them. I have a strong understanding of infant development and base my care around that.

I am a certified infant care specialist, and hold a lactation counselor certification. I'm First Aid/CPR certified.

I'm passionate about and committed to supporting families, in all iterations of the word.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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"Allie is extremely knowledgeable about babies, early childhood development, and the care it takes to support families through these stages. I felt like I could ask her advice about everything from sleep (what’s normal? What could we try?) to my own health as a breastfeeding mother. She always had advice to share based both on her experience with other families and on her coursework in this field. With my kids, Allie is loving, engaged, and calm. They LOVE her. My son, who is now 7, is always excited to see her and tell her wild stories. She’s an excellent listener. With my toddler daughter, Allie brings joy and the kind of simple routines that help toddlers thrive. Would highly recommend working with Allie!"
- Kendell

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Gaywynn M. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Gaywynn

New Orleans, LA
$29/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Gaywynn, my families call me Gigi. I have decades of experience in caring for and nurturing children. I am a trained Life Coach with a focus on family dynamics and a Reiki Master.
The most important phase of development is between birth and 3 years. I find working with first child families particularly rewarding. I remember raising my own three, that it can be overwhelming at times but I'd do it all over again. Now grown, my children are my best friends. All ages are magical though.
I spend more time on the floor with children, interaction and stimulation are vital for development. I sing a lot, talk a lot and marvel at each milestone. I love children and animals and tend to become an integral part of the family unit. One of my families coined me a modern-day Mary Poppins.
Dependable, trustworthy, loving. I have maintained close connections with my former families and am happy to offer references.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Megan L. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Megan

New Orleans, LA
$16/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Megan Lafontant, I am currently a Nursing student at Nunez community college I have 6 years experience in healthcare I work at east Jefferson Hospital as a Cna I also have my phlebotomy license ,
I am cpr certified and I also have 3 years of experience with working with kids I worked at a daycare .

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Lachelle J. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Lachelle

New Orleans, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Greetings, My name is Lachelle Jones. I am 55 years of age. I have two kids of my own and eleven grandkids. I have been working with children for over 30 + years. I’ve also had my own in home daycare. I’m certified In Medical Assistant, CPR as well as obtain my CDA certification over the years. My passion is working with children in doing so I have worked in child daycare settings, elementary and high schools.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Ashley M. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Ashley

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

A little bit about me

Hi, I’m Ashley! I currently work as an ABA therapist while I attend school for my associates degree in Care & Development of Young Children. I started babysitting in high school, and I later became a preschool teacher. I have experience with all children no matter their age, health/dietary restrictions, or learning abilities.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Cala D. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Cala

New Orleans, LA
$25/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello there, I’m Cala! I’m a compassionate and nurturing momma of 2 with over 20 years experience in childcare! I love singing, reading, cooking/ baking, I love to be outdoors and I’d love to meet your family!!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Olivia S. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Olivia

New Orleans, LA
$22/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi- my name is Olivia and I’m 20 years old and offering child care, senior care, house hold services, and pet care/sitting on my days off from work and school.

As the oldest of 4 girls, I love being a babysitter. I’ve been babysitting since I was 16 and have experience working with new borns, infants, toddlers, and kids. My responsibilities included, light house work, cooking, homework, tutoring, laundry, and planning fun activities such as crafts or games.

Qualifications/skills:
-CPR certified
-safe sitter certified
- familiarity with Montessori parenting
-covid-19 vaccinated

Fun facts about me:
- I love Disney! My favorite movies are
“Tangled” and “Monsters inc”

 - I’m originally from Pennsylvania

- my favorite children’s book is “Don’t Let the Pigeon drive the bus”

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in New Orleans, LA?

The average cost of a babysitter in New Orleans, LA is $17.83 per hour. Most New Orleans families on Nanny Lane pay $15.17 to $20.00/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in New Orleans, LA

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Understand Babysitter Responsibilities in New Orleans, 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 New Orleans can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

New Orleans 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!

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