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Irasema F. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Irasema

Metairie, LA
$25/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I’m a 63 years old lady and I love kids.

Have experience working with

Infants
Nick W. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Nick

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

A little bit about me

i do my best all the time!
Cristina P. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Cristina

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

Have experience working with

Infants

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Janisha J. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Janisha

Metairie, LA
$12/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Very respectful and kind and fun
Sarah T. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Sarah

Metairie, LA
$10/hr
< 1 year experience
Lavella W. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Lavella

Metairie, LA
$15/hr
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am a fun individual that have a childlike spirit. I have an education background of medical assistant, medical claims and billing and Billing and Coding. My work history involves working in nursing homes and dealing with patients who have dementia and Alzheimer’s. I feel like I was placed on this earth to serve and I am in acceptance when it comes to serving other people.

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Tracey B. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Tracey

Metairie, LA
$13/hr
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I love kids .I have raise four of my own. Children are gods blessings.Iwill treat them like they are my own.
Talayzuh R. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Talayzuh

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

A little bit about me

I’m 17 looking to babysit I have 2 year experience
Bridget C. - Seeking Work in Metairie

Nanny Bridget

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

Have experience working with

Infants
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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 $18.27 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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