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Kayla M. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Kayla

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

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Infants
Special Needs
Isis G. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Isis

Lafayette, LA
$20/hr
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I'm a 14 year old girl I love kids and I need money to help my mom with bills and I was hoping to find a job for a 14 year old girl my name is Isis Girouard

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Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Naiomi M. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Naiomi

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

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Naiomi and I'm looking for a job as a part time babysitter. I'm only 17 years old but I've been babysitting for 7 years now! I'm currently not enrolled in school so I'm free from 9am-11pm. Unfortunately, I don't have a permit but I have reliable transportation and a very strong sense of urgency in case of an emergency. Yes, I know cpr but unfortunately I don't have a certification due to being absent during the time the classes were available. Besides that, I love being around kids and helping them educationally progress. I have 7 nieces and nephews ages 5 months- 7 years old and I absolutely love seeing them develop and learn how to become independent, it makes my heart glow!!

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Infants
Special Needs

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Rebekah M. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Rebekah

Lafayette, LA
$18/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Rebekah! I am looking for a family to be able to care for the kids! I have experience in babysitting and working with children, I am also studying for my bachelors in Psychology right now so I have education on behavior and development!

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Infants

Certification

CPR
Tee P. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Tee

Lafayette, LA
$12/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I'm a sweet and caring student. I tend to have time on my hands and want to spend it around smaller age groups to gain the experience and enjoy my time with little ones while also helping those who need the time.
Celia V. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Celia

Lafayette, LA
$12.96/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Bethany P. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Bethany

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

A little bit about me

Hello, I am an older sister of two brothers. I get along with many kids. I love animals so that won't be a problem. I am not certified for CPR or first aid, but I do know CPR and how to apply first aid.

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Special Needs
Laurena N. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Laurena

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

A little bit about me

I love to cook clean and I’m great with kids

Have experience working with

Infants
Abbie S. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Abbie

Lafayette, LA
$12/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I'm a 19 yr old digital artist, just moved to laffy- the family I lived with did allot of babysitting so I've had experience helping for years growing up. I love going outside but I take safety to myself and the kids seriously. Not a big junk food person instead I prefer cooking, and I have about a million activities that we can do to keep our brains engaged and occupied. I can't drive yet but I have my own apartment. I have a part time job in beauty at JCPennies and I'm looking for a second job as a nanny or babysitter inbetween. Very comfortable with babysitting at my apartment, I have no pets and the place is super clean and cute. My best friend is my roommate, but she keeps in her room allot to make her music. We have a public pool here that's always vacant, I've never pottied trained personally but I've watched my family train the kids they babysat for years so I'm willing to learn. First time for everything!(:

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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 $13.07 per hour. The cost of a babysitter is dependent on the babysitter’s experience, qualifications and location.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Lafayette, LA

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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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