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Lauren G. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Lauren

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

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Lauren I am a junior at Tulane University studying Sociology and early childhood education while pursuing my teaching certification. I have over six years experience working with children from ages 1-13. I love working with kids and am dedicated to giving you family all that you need.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Thelika M. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Thelika

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

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Thelika, I'm a resident of New Orleans. I have alot of caretaking experience and housekeeping experience. I'm a very outspoken,witty, funny, and easy to get along with. You would be pleased to have me on your team.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Jovana W. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Jovana

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

A little bit about me

My name is Jovana. I recently received my associates in care and development of young children. I love children and have a minimum of 5 years experience caring for children, newborn to 10 years of age including a few with special needs. I once owned an in home day care and am a previous toddler teacher for a world wide daycare. I am friendly, patient, fun, artsy and very energetic. In addition I am CPR certified and have my own transportation. I would love to help assist with your child(ren) if given the opportunity.
Thanks for the consideration!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Sadiyah M. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Sadiyah

New Orleans, LA
$14/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Sadiyah! everyone in my family calls me sadi. I am extremely family oriented and an extraordinary caregiver. when I was younger my mom always made sure I was in good hands, I am willing to do the same.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Kara D. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Kara

New Orleans, LA
$23/hr
Full-time
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am a young 61 year old retired female attorney and was a stay at home mommy/ lawyer having raised a daughter. I felt I could not hire anyone with my education level and love. I have worked at a church sponsored Mother’s Day out for about 5 years. I m very attentive, good well, have new VW suv. I am very flexible as to hours- night or day and I am intelligent, patient, and focused on developing an intelligent kind child.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Alán J. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Alán

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

A little bit about me

I am Alán Jackson (uh-lan) or AJ, a graduate of Xavier University of Louisiana from Chicago, IL. I am a childcare provider with a plethora of experience (nanny, babysitter, travel & overnight nanny, etc.). I am also CPR/first-aid/AED infant, child, and adult certified and would consider myself a top care provider. I have worked with several families through myself and credible back-up child care agencies and am fluent in the language of children (and Mandarin Chinese). I simply adore working with children and absolutely love what I do.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Adriana M. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Adriana

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

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Adriana and I am from New Orleans, LA. I’m a caring, dependable, and patient person with a strong passion for working with children. I recently graduated with a degree in Biology and have experience in both childcare and healthcare settings, which has taught me how to be attentive, nurturing, and responsive to the needs of others. I love creating fun, safe environments for kids to learn and grow, and I’m also bilingual—I can introduce a little bit of Spanish into daily routines if the family is open to it.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Reagan B. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Reagan

New Orleans, LA
$10/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello parents! My name is Reagan Bragg. I am currently nineteen years old and enrolled at Loyola University in New Orleans. During the summer, I'm looking for some part-time job opportunities. My availability is pretty open, but I do plan on traveling this summer, but we can always coordinate dates.

Certification

First Aid
Jay P. - Seeking Work in New Orleans

Nanny Jay

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

A little bit about me

College student at Tulane University, great with children and young adults. Have experience working as a camp counselor for children with disabilities for 4+ years. Looking for part time position.

Have experience working with

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 $16.14 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 New Orleans, LA

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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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