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Lauren L. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Lauren

Lafayette, LA
$9/hr
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Lauren Lopez. I am 17 turning 18 in June. I recently graduated from St. Thomas More High School. I have my own car and am very good with kids. I have plenty of references and experience with kids of all age. I work in the nursery at church, teach a special needs dance class, and love to serve my community. I am very fun however I stay on schedule and follow all of the parents rules. I can do laundry and cleaning.

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Layna L. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Layna

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

A little bit about me

I absolutely love kids! I’ve grown up babysitting my little cousins since I was about 11 and I’m now 18, and still have a passion for kids. I would love to be apart of your child/children’s lives and be able to make an impact.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Ivory W. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Ivory

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

A little bit about me

My name is Ivory Wills. I am a college freshman at ULL. I have been babysitting since I was 14. I love to do fun actives with the kids and just have a good time.

Have experience working with

Infants

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Cameron M. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Cameron

Lafayette, LA
$16/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Cameron mouton I’m 21 years old I am a very outgoing loving person I love children !! Especially when they are young it’s amazing watching kids grow up right in front of of you but once again I’m a loving and sweet person I can cook , clean , do laundry, and ofc make sure your kids are well taken care of and safe most importantly i never worked as a nanny before but I do have childcare experience in daycares! If you guys will give me a chance I promise you won’t regret it

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Paige M. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Paige

Lafayette, LA
$15/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Paige. I attend the University of Lafayette. I am a former athlete and love creating bonds with kids!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Liliana M. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Liliana

Lafayette, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a cheerful, responsible person and I love working with children, I have teaching skills so that your child develops learning skills as well as sits in a safe, fun and productive environment

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Avianne' M. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Avianne'

Lafayette, LA
$25/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jeanella C. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Jeanella

Lafayette, LA
$11/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Jeanella I work with a lot of children before I work with someone that's was disabled.Needy, I love children?I have a lot of grandchildren of my own.I'm caring I understand I love to be around children especially my grandchildren.I take care of them.I'd like to be who I needed be need

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kamryn B. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Kamryn

Lafayette, LA
$13/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my names kamryn bridges! I’m 16 yrs old!17 in September.
I have many years of babysitting experience with references if needed! And also have 2 younger sisters 5&10

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Infants
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 $14.02 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!

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