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Alivia C. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Alivia

Ponchatoula, LA
$11/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is alivia or livi for short, I'm homeschooled and will be graduating 2023. I have 5 month old sister, and another sister, so i have a experience working with younger and older children.

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Allie R. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Allie

Ponchatoula, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Allie, I'm 20 years old and I’m a caring, reliable, and patient nanny with 6 years of experience working with children ages 1–15. I truly enjoy creating a safe, fun, and positive environment where kids can learn, play, and feel comfortable being themselves.
I have experience caring for children of different ages and personalities, and I love planning activities, helping with routines, and being someone families can count on. I’m attentive, responsible, detail-oriented, and always put the child’s needs first.
Along with childcare, I’m happy to help with light cleaning, tidying up, laundry, and meal preparation to help make your day a little easier. I understand how busy life can get, and I love being able to support families however I can.
I’m energetic, compassionate, and genuinely love working with kids. I would love the opportunity to become a trusted part of your family’s routine!

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Infants
Special Needs
Aimee D. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Aimee

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

A little bit about me

I am a seasoned mom of 3 girls . I have several years of childcare experience outside of my own family and am looking for a part time to full time flexible situation. I have references as well

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Kaitlyn M. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Kaitlyn

Ponchatoula, LA
$15/hr
Part-time
9 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, im kaitlyn, im 21. Ive baby sat my aunts two children when they were young, so i kno wat it takes. [phone number hidden] is my contact.

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Infants
Special Needs
Jayden N. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Jayden

Ponchatoula, LA
$20/hr
Part-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

I love children I enjoy working with them playing with them and spending time with them and keeping them healthy, happy, safe I’m 25 I’ll be 26 in march

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Tomia T. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Tomia

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

A little bit about me

My name is Tomia, I am bright and bubbly and have a deep passion for caretaking!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Chastity A. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Chastity

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

A little bit about me

Hello there, my name is Chastity and I’m 39 yrs old.
I have two children of my own and like to have fun and be a big kid when able to. I’m laidback, outgoing, hardworking, reliable and honest. Sagittarius all the way!!
Hope to hear from you soon, have a good day!!

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Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Mia P. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Mia

Ponchatoula, LA
$8/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am 18 years old. I am willing to walk, I don't have a car. I am trying to save up money for one. I do have a driver's license though. I am sweet,caring, and love kids

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Hailey H. - Seeking Work in Ponchatoula

Nanny Hailey

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

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Hailey, I heard you needed a sitter near ponchatoula! I am 17 years old and would like to be considered for this job. I don't have much experience but I hope that's okay. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I love kids, babysitting is something that I've always wanted to do, but I don't have any younger siblings. I'm kind of the baby of the family. Some notable traits that make me good for this position is that I'm very kind, caring, and patient.

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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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 $15.90 per hour. Most Ponchatoula families on Nanny Lane pay $14 to $17/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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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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