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1,003 babysitters in Lafayette · most families pay $13–$15/hr

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Rates last updated October 2026
Raven B. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Raven

Lafayette, LA
$30/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Olivia R. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Olivia

Lafayette, LA
$10/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

Certification

CPR
Kaymen V. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Kaymen

Lafayette, LA
$12.23/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi i’m Kay a senior in high-school wanting to help out others!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Lola C. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Lola

Lafayette, LA
$13/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I love kids , My calling in crisis dealing with kids

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Danielle H. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Danielle

Lafayette, LA
$12/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Honest hard working and dependable

Certification

First Aid
Kelly B. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Kelly

Lafayette, LA
$12/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

i lost my client march 31 worked there 4yrs took care of all 5 grand kids

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Olivia L. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Olivia

Lafayette, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Tamia L. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Tamia

Lafayette, LA
$11.71/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ashley L. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Ashley

Lafayette, LA
$9/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I'm very outgoing great with children and I love to cook and clean

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Lafayette, LA is $14.12 per hour. Most Lafayette families on Nanny Lane pay $13 to $15/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, 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 Lafayette can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Lafayette 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.

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