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Catera G. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Catera

Ponchatoula, LA
$13.98/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Catera. I’m 18 attending LSU for Interdisciplinary Studies. I love love love kids lol. Every child is safe , cared for , and adored by me.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Tracy H. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Tracy

Ponchatoula, LA
$13/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I've worked as a home cleaner,housekeeper & a custodian for 9 &half years & I have 5 grown kids of my own 7 grand childrens of my own & I love & enjoy my grand children

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Nancy B. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Nancy

Ponchatoula, LA
$10/hr
< 1 year experience

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Riley F. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Riley

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

A little bit about me

Hi! I am Riley, I absolutely love working and being with kids. I always volunteer to help out with the younger classes during school events. I babysit my younger cousins when they are in town and have experience with children.I am however only 16 years old.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Kelsie F. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Kelsie

Ponchatoula, LA
$7.25/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Victoria R. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Victoria

Ponchatoula, LA
$10/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I love to be around children! I enjoy showing them new things.. I enjoy playtime and storytime. I can cook, clean, and do anything that needs to be done. I want the children to be able to smile and have a good ti me! I speak English and I'm in school working on becoming a nurse.

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CPR
First Aid

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Nevaeh R. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Nevaeh

Ponchatoula, LA
$15/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Nevaeh, i’m 17 years old and a senior in high school. i’ve always loved taking care of kids and being a helping hand when I can be.

Have experience working with

Infants
Aliana D. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Aliana

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

A little bit about me

Hi I’m aliana, I’m 18 years old, I’m a cosmetology student that just graduated. I’m very diligent with time management and I’m good with problem solving

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Anthony B. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Anthony

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

A little bit about me

I’ve worked with kids for four plus years.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Ponchatoula, LA?

The average cost of a babysitter in Ponchatoula, LA is $13.51 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 Ponchatoula, LA

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Understand Babysitter Responsibilities in Ponchatoula, 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 Ponchatoula can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Ponchatoula 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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