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Elizabeth L. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Elizabeth

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

A little bit about me

I am from Maurice, Louisiana! I grew up in a small town with few people. I love to meet new people and try new things. I have always had a passion when working with children. They bring me so much joy! I hope to be able to share my joy with your family!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Queen P. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Queen

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

A little bit about me

My name is sunchero hebert I have 4 kids 17boy 15boy 13girl 8boy i am born n rasie In lafayette la I love kids I want 4 more I love to cook n clean

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Special Needs
Darcas W. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Darcas

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

A little bit about me

I love Working with Children and Animals. I did Home health care for over 10 years

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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Traci B. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Traci

Lafayette, LA
$13/hr
Part-time
9 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! I am a mother to 2 adult children and have a lot of love to give. I nannied for a family for 9 years and loved every minute of it. I became a chef right out of high school and have spent most of my adult life in the hospitality industry.

I have a clean background check, a clean driving record, and am first aid/cpr certified. My husband and I were softball and t-ball parents and Scout leaders from Tiger Cub to Eagle Scout.

I love all things nature, cooking relaxes me, and my dog is my baby. Please feel free to send me all of your questions and I will be happy to answer them!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Recent reference

"Traci is a wonderful caregiver. She was with our family for 8+ years. She absolutely loves kids and will love Tj en like her own!"
- Jessica
Caroline M. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Caroline

Lafayette, LA
$12/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! I am 22 years old, born and raised in Lafayette, LA. I attended WCA for 13 years where I also graduated. I have been working with children throughout the years, as I worked at reds health club in the nursery department, and also worked at First Baptist Christian School where I helped assist teachers in the classroom and was later promoted to the head supervisor of aftercare. Not currently cpr certified but willing to do so!
Raye-Ann d. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Raye-Ann

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

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Raye-Ann d’Aquin. I have experience with caring for two children, with two different families. Sometimes, I would care for all four of them together. I have worked as a camp counselor/ before and after care counselor since 2019. I am used to children with high energy, and the children in my care never have to play alone!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR

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Shelly D. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Shelly

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

A little bit about me

Single mom of one 14 yr old daughter. Looking to help others with child care bc as we know it takes a village.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Rebekah B. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Rebekah

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

A little bit about me

College graduate with childcare experience and a love for art

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Isabelle V. - Seeking Work in Lafayette

Nanny Isabelle

Lafayette, LA
$19.82/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Isabelle Vasquez, I am 19 years old and I’m a sophomore in college. I am from a small town called bunkie and live in Louisiana. I am the oldest of five and have lots of experience with children. I am majoring in elementary education because I love children so much!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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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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