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Karina V. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Karina

Metairie, LA
$20/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello there!

I have been working with children for over 10 years. What began as a part time job in college at a daycare blossomed into a rewarding, and fruitful career of nanny work.

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Special Needs
Ndeye khady B. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Ndeye khady

Metairie, LA
$20/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello, I am a 22 year old recent graduate in nonprofit business management and psychology. I recently moved to Metairie with my fiancée.I have 3 brothers, who are 16, 10 and 3. I grew up with a single mom working a lot so I practically raised all of them and I am very comfortable with children of all ages. I have babysat for relatives and neighbors as well as professionally for a long time. I am very reliable, energetic, patient and kind. I love to cook, music and the outdoors. I am able to help with cooking and housekeeping as well as overall house management. I am also able and willing to help with remote learning. I have experience with children from 3 years old to 15 years old. I also offer regular tutoring and French tutoring. I am currently looking for a full or part time position. I hope to hear from you!

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Special Needs
Jocabeth C. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Jocabeth

Metairie, LA
$14/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Im a very patient person, and very happy. I was a teacher for kids at my church.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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Joanna A. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Joanna

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

A little bit about me

My name is Joanna, I’m 19 years old. I love to write and to journal in my notebook, I love watching tv shows and movies, I love to enjoy spending my time hanging out with friends and spending time with my family! I love to play soccer for fun and I love taking care of children!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Melisha W. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Melisha

Metairie, LA
$20/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a hard working mom of a 20yr old college student. I have been a wife and mother for 20yrs. Growing up as a young girl my mother was bed strickened so I had the responsibility at a young age of taking care of my younger siblings. Not only did I have to take care of them but also my mother. Now I am a Cook and mother. I worked at Dr John Ochsner Discovery School on Jefferson Hwy as a cook for 3 1/2 years. I knew every kid name that ate lunch esoecially our special needs students. I will always be a caretaker its just something thats natural and is a way of life for me. I am a nurturer naturally. Always going out of my way to help others especially children.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Lindsay S. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Lindsay

Metairie, LA
$20/hr
Part-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Lindsay and I have been nannying/babysitting for over 10 years!

Have experience working with

Infants

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Chloe R. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Chloe

Metairie, LA
$20/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, i am Chloe I am 18 years old and a little bit about me, I love teaching and being around kids I always have, but I also have a love for makeup and hair so when I graduated high school I started working at St. Louis King of France nursery with babies up till 11 months to three years old for about a year And now it is time for me to start my aesthetician career and so I’m looking for a job that is a little more flexible while i am in school and so i can still do what i love which is teaching kids and making them laugh.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Talan R. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Talan

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

A little bit about me

I’m 19 years old, I’m in college, as well in the army national guard. I get along well with kids, as well as I’m a very respectful person to which I’ll do almost anything needed during my time with whom I’m working for.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Destiny W. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Destiny

Metairie, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m 26 , I’m from New Orleans born & raised! I love nature , so love to be outside.

Certifications

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Metairie, LA is $18.45 per hour. Most Metairie families on Nanny Lane pay $15 to $20/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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How to Find a Babysitter in Metairie, 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 Metairie, 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 Metairie can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Metairie 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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