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Janice M. - Seeking Work in Shreveport

Nanny Janice

Shreveport, LA
$12/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

20 years experience with children in daycares 3 months-12 years ...15 teaching k3-k4 preschool .. CPR... love watching children learn and grow.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Grace W. - Seeking Work in Shreveport

Nanny Grace

Shreveport, LA
$9/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My names Grace. I absolutely love children. I currently work at Calvary Baptist Academy as a daycare teacher for all ages. I love it, but just don’t make enough to save for school. Wanting to be a nanny for a family, form relationships and be a role model for the children!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Elizabeth A. - Seeking Work in Shreveport

Nanny Elizabeth

Shreveport, LA
$10/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Elizabeth! I am a fun-loving, dedicated nanny and babysitter! Spending my day with loving, goofy children makes me happy and that is what I LOVE to do! I have experience with all ages of kiddos. I love to cook, sing, read and explore the outdoors. I always prepare activites and crafts for my kiddos to enjoy throughout the day. I want my time with your children to be just as enjoyable and fun to them as it is for me!
I am so excited to find my perfect family! I will be looking forward to hearing from you!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Monica T. - Seeking Work in Shreveport

Nanny Monica

Shreveport, LA
$10/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I'm a mother of to boys , live in Shreveport Louisiana all my life, and love babies and children

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Riah H. - Seeking Work in Shreveport

Nanny Riah

Shreveport, LA
$10.64/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Mariah Hunter. I’m fifteen years old, I turn 16 on Dec.19th. I attended Captain Shreve High school. I spend my free time reading, watching reality shows, playing volleyball, swimming, and doing arts and crafts. My favorite colors are pink and orange. I have 3 younger siblings ages four, five, and ten. I also have two nephews and 1 niece ages six, one, and six months. I truly love kids and I’m very hands on.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certification

CPR
Kamryn K. - Seeking Work in Shreveport

Nanny Kamryn

Shreveport, LA
$16/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m currently in the process of starting back college & I have an almost 2 year old. Ive been trying to create balance in life between motherhood and adulthood.

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Jessica M. - Seeking Work in Shreveport

Nanny Jessica

Shreveport, LA
$20/hr
Full-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi. I am a hard worker and always motivated to get my job done. I’m very strict when it comes to rules and perfect work ethics.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Makayla C. - Seeking Work in Shreveport

Nanny Makayla

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

A little bit about me

Hi, My name is Makayla. I’m 20 and I attend Northwestern State University as an online student. I am employed at American Eagle. I love reading and writing. I have many brothers and sisters so I have plenty of experience with kids.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Darreiana J. - Seeking Work in Shreveport

Nanny Darreiana

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

A little bit about me

Hello ! I am 21 years old and I am cpr certified !
I absolutely love working with children due to their free nature and keeping me on my toes ☺️

Have experience working with

Infants

Certification

CPR

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Shreveport, LA is $12.91 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 Shreveport, LA

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

Shreveport 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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