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Precious P. - Seeking Work in Baton Rouge

Nanny Precious

Baton Rouge, LA
$12/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

A 21 year old who adores kids ! I have a lot plenty of nieces and nephews and would love to get paid doing so In my free time

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Loris D. - Seeking Work in Baton Rouge

Nanny Loris

Baton Rouge, LA
$20/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I have experience 4 or more years in babysitting, adult sitting, house keeping. I also have experience working in hospitals.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Jailyn B. - Seeking Work in Baton Rouge

Nanny Jailyn

Baton Rouge, LA
$15/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Jailyn. I am a very dependable and trustworthy person. I love children all ages

Certification

First Aid

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NaTayja H. - Seeking Work in Baton Rouge

Nanny NaTayja

Baton Rouge, LA
$11/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Natayja. I’m a 19 year old college student who absolutely loves taking care of children. My major is psychology. I’m from Zachary, Louisiana and I also Graduated from Zachary high. I have siblings of my own and they look up to me. I’m fun, energetic, open minded and patient.
Kinsli J. - Seeking Work in Baton Rouge

Nanny Kinsli

Baton Rouge, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am in school at Baton Rouge Community College pursuing a nursing degree. I have worked with ages ranging from 3 months-5 years old.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Madeleine C. - Seeking Work in Baton Rouge

Nanny Madeleine

Baton Rouge, LA
$15/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a freelance musician and music teacher based in Baton Rouge. I recently completed a Master's in Music at LSU and have experience working with and teaching children ages 3 and up. I have a passion for music and am looking to gain some work experience before returning to school for a terminal degree. In my free time, I love being outside and reading.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Shantrell M. - Seeking Work in Baton Rouge

Nanny Shantrell

Baton Rouge, LA
$14/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! I’m Shantrell Merrell I love working with kids! I’m a mother of two! I can cook, clean, and do whatever is needed to do! I have reliable transportation as well!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Hadija G. - Seeking Work in Baton Rouge

Nanny Hadija

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

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Hadija Gray. I am looking for a babysitting/nannying job to fill up my free time this summer. I also would love to keep the work going during the school year. I’m a sophomore at LSU majoring in business. I am fluent in Portuguese. I have past experience babysitting (infants to preteens). I’m outgoing, energetic, and value kindness.
Please message me if you need any childcare and I would love to send you my number so we can further connect.

Have experience working with

Infants
Antionette J. - Seeking Work in Baton Rouge

Nanny Antionette

Baton Rouge, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I'm a single parent. I have 6 children ages [phone number hidden], and 16 . I also have 7 grandchildren ages 8, 6, 5, 4, 4 , 1 and 1. So I have the ability to work with older and smaller children . I enjoyed being round kids, they're fun , makes ,u laugh also to listen at they stories

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Infants
Special Needs

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Baton Rouge, LA is $15.60 per hour. Most Baton Rouge families on Nanny Lane pay $14.00 to $17.50/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Baton Rouge, 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 Baton Rouge, 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 Baton Rouge can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Baton Rouge 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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