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Angelica B. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Angelica

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

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Caitlyn B. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Caitlyn

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

A little bit about me

My name is caitlyn. I’m currently in between jobs and looking for something else to do. I love kids and work as a cheer coach so i’m always around kids of all ages
Emily D. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Emily

Houma, LA
$12/hr
Part-time
8 years experience

Have experience working with

Infants

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Lynne G. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Lynne

Houma, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Liv Teacher Account L. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Liv Teacher Account

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

A little bit about me

I absolutely adore kids.
Madison B. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Madison

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

A little bit about me

I’m madison, i’m looking for a weekend job with kids under 10. i love children and i have been watching family members for 2 years now. i am unfortunately not certified for CPR, but i am well aware of what to do in case of emergency. i genuinely love kids and adore spending time with them. i can do light house work (picking up after the child, meal preparation, cooking ect.)

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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Ciara D. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Ciara

Houma, LA
$12.50/hr
< 1 year experience
Jillian K. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Jillian

Houma, LA
$14/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

Certification

CPR
Reagan H. - Seeking Work in Houma

Nanny Reagan

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

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
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What’s the average cost of a babysitter in Houma, LA?

The average cost of a babysitter in Houma, LA is $13.52 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 Houma, LA

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

Houma 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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