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Lydia B. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Lydia

New Orleans, LA
$22/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Lydia, I am 24 years old originally from Boston. I graduated from Tulane in 2023 with my B.S. in Psychology.
I have years of experience working with kids including about 8 years working as a sailing instructor as well as working as a case manager for children with developmental disabilities after graduating.
I am very high energy and love being outside, I have a car and love all animals.
I work remote but my schedule is very flexible so I am looking to help a family with child care during the week, evenings, or weekends. I look forward to meeting you and your family!

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Jillian G. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Jillian

New Orleans, LA
$17/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a dedicated and caring 20-year-old nanny of four years direct experience working with infants and toddlers. I have always had a love for childcare and am very proud to provide a child's home as a cheerful, secure, stimulating, and caring place where little ones can grow, learn, and thrive.
Apart from my experience of taking care of children, I am also skilled at preparing healthy, suitable meals and snacks. I enjoy cooking and can prepare simple, wholesome meals that are capable of fulfilling children's nutritional requirements and food preferences.
I excel at maintaining consistency in routines, planning enjoyable activities that promote early childhood development, and respectful dialogue with parents to ensure the best level of care. It's whether soothing a new infant, organizing sensory play, encouraging first steps, or preparing healthy meals, I come to each day with patience, reliability, and energy.

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Infants
Special Needs
Darilyn B. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Darilyn

New Orleans, LA
$17/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Darilyn Brousseau. I’m 43 years old. I have two kids. I actually have a son that’s premature. He’s a little older now not too old though still young. He has a disability so I work good with disability kids. I work good with kids. All ages, cause I have nieces and nephews. I have kids on my own Yeah and I would love to meet you guys. If so, and I wish you good luck.

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Special Needs

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Daisy P. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Daisy

New Orleans, LA
$17/hr
Full-time
9 years experience

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CPR
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Sabrina C. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Sabrina

New Orleans, LA
$16.39/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Sabrina. I was a nanny for my grandniece Eleanor for 2 years. I had a few other nanny gigs before that. I have a masters in early childhood education and was a a teacher at Newcomb Nursery School for 17 years.

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Infants
Special Needs
Melissa S. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Melissa

New Orleans, LA
$17/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hey I just moved back here from Arkansas. I’ve doing hair for over a decade ,and working with children as a tutor/assistant for the last 2 years.

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Darielle C. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Darielle

New Orleans, LA
$18/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi there! My name is Darielle, and I’m a college student majoring in Chemistry with a genuine love for working with little ones. I’m CPR and First Aid certified and have over 3 years of hands-on experience caring for babies ages 0–5. I pride myself on creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where kids can thrive and parents can feel at ease. Whether it’s tummy time, story time, or science-based play (future little chemists, anyone?), I bring patience, energy, and lots of smiles to every day. I’d love the opportunity to support your family!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Gabrielle C. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Gabrielle

New Orleans, LA
$13/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Shawnae A. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Shawnae

New Orleans, LA
$18/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Shawna’e Alexander & I have a passion for caring for kids! I’m from New orleans, LA. A mom of a 11 month old baby boy. It would be an honor to care for your littles!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

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

The average cost of a babysitter in New Orleans, LA is $17.67 per hour. Most New Orleans 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 New Orleans, 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 New Orleans, 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 New Orleans can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

New Orleans 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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