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Aniya H. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Aniya

Lafayette, LA
$15/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Aniya. I am a 20 year old college sophomore. I have had previous experience with babysitting. My sister and I had our own business our mom helped us with. I am in school to become a social worker. I love working with kids and I believe babysitting will give me the skills and strengths I need to become a social worker. I cannot wait to create great relationships with you and your children :)

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Infants
Mary T. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Mary

Lafayette, LA
$11/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m a student at LSU who has a love for animals, creative writing, and (of course) kids!

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Emma H. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Emma

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

A little bit about me

My name is Emma and I’m 17 years old and adore children!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Haley S. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Haley

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

A little bit about me

My name is Haley Strother, I am 17 years old. I have graduated high school and I am a college student at SlCC. I have worked at The Little Gym of Lafayette for over a hear and a half now. I have 3 siblings one being special needs. And I am currently babysitting for 2 other families. I do have my permit I just have to go take my driver's test and get a car. I do have experience I'm gymnastics and dance for those families who are interested. I was also in a military program called NJROTC and another called Sea Cadets. I was CPR certified through those programs but they have expired over the years. Since I do not have my license yet my parents are my transportation for now! I'll clean the house and leave everything better then I found it. I can of course do meal prep. I'm great with kids of all ages!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Maggie F. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Maggie

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

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Maggie. I have a bachelor's degree in social work. I am CPR certified. I adore children! On Sundays, I volunteer at the Avec Visitation Center in Lafayette. I have been vaccinated for covid and have also received my booster considering I work with children. I've babysat for family members and a former high school teacher with three children. During football season, I babysat for her since she had to be at cheer practice and football games. I have my own vehicle. I'll be starting my master's degree online shortly, so I'll need some additional money. I'm willing to drive the kids wherever they need to go, whether it's to a doctor's appointment or to Chucky Cheese. I am an easygoing person, and I am willing to be flexible to meet the family’s needs.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Jaselynn S. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Jaselynn

Lafayette, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Jaselynn and I have worked in childcare for over 3 years! I have worked in centers as well as privately. I also have experience in every age group!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Alaina M. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Alaina

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

A little bit about me

Hi, I am Alaina Miller. I have been babysitting since I am 13 year’s old; I am now 18. I am attending ULL in the fall with a focus in psychology. I have been CPR certified twice, Heimlich certified once, and SafeSitter certified. I was apart of many clubs and extracurriculars throughout my high school and I danced competitively for 15 years. I have watched children anywhere between 6 weeks old to 14 years old. I love watching children accomplish their own personal goals and watch them grow up to be who they truly are.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Josephine R. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Josephine

Lafayette, LA
$15/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I am an 19 year-old college student pursuing a degree in psychology (pre-med) at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. I have about 2 years of childcare experience and l spend my summers working as a camp counselor in Texas. I’ve worked with children (aged infants-14), providing around-the-clock childcare as a counselor, nanny, and part-time babysitter. I am dedicated to continuing my education and exploring opportunities through caregiving and childhood development.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Vicki F. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Vicki

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

A little bit about me

Hi there, I'm Vicki, I'm a 62 yo, mother of an adult son and he has blessed me with 2 beautiful grandbabies. They are no longer babies so I'm having the Empty Nest Syndrome. So I decided to find another baby to give my love and hugs too. I'm retired and on SS, so I would like to supplement my income. I started babysitting when I was 11. My first job, a girl 2 yo and a newborn baby boy. Word got around the neighborhood and I became the "Neighborhood Sitter". I would like the opportunity to meet with you and discuss your needs and your baby's needs. Please call me [phone number hidden]. Thank you for your time and consideration.

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Infants
Special Needs

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, LA

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

Lafayette 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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