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Emma J. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Emma

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

A little bit about me

I am a retired USA service member age 73. I have raised my 2 children and helped raised my 2 grandchildren. I enjoyed raising my 4 children. I lost my son 14 years ago and my husband 24 years ago. I don’t drink or smoke. I have lived in New Orleans for nearly 2 years. My 1st year I kept my special needs nephew, while my sister worked as a Special Education teacher. I have a background in education and major in Social Work. I am people friendly and put the welfare of the child first. I ask questions to clarify my employer instructions. I don’t cook and prefer not to do light work. My granddaughter will drive me to the assigned home. I do not entertain people on my jobs.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Tirzah M. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Tirzah

New Orleans, LA
$16.45/hr
Part-time
3 years experience
Micah W. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Micah

New Orleans, LA
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Micah I'm 15 years old I am good with kids *I love playing*

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Ranaya L. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Ranaya

New Orleans, LA
$13/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m 16, I’m certified in CPR and stop the bleeding, I’m also an emergency medical responder and I like to have fun. I have a lot of little sisters and cousins who I watch and spend a lot of time with. I like to clean a lot and I like to make people laugh.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Haley M. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Haley

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

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Annette M. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Annette

New Orleans, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Annette, I'm r***** My kids are grown.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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Donna J. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Donna

New Orleans, LA
$20/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Devin R. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Devin

New Orleans, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a 21 year old college student
Suzanne B. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Suzanne

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

Have experience working with

Special Needs
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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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