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Claira L. - Seeking Work in Westlake

Nanny Claira

Westlake, LA
$10/hr
Occasional
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Claira and I am 16 years old and I am autistic and I am really good with kids and I go to westlake high school

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Dina B. - Seeking Work in Westlake

Nanny Dina

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

A little bit about me

Im Dina, 25 no kids of my own. Just a godmother at the moment, lol. I love children, I love being able to nurture them when they need it also love to just have fun with them and learn everything about them as they learn about me too.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Isabella P. - Seeking Work in Westlake

Nanny Isabella

Westlake, LA
$13.50/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’m a elementary education college student I grew up raising my nieces and nephew and love kids

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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John W. - Seeking Work in Westlake

Nanny John

Westlake, LA
$10.43/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello !! My name is john i like to read and when I’m not doing that I like to go to jiu jitsu and practice taking care of my body athletics wise. I will absolutely do my best to make sure every need is taken care of . I’ll pick up around the house a little bit if I’m asked too as well. Please let me know about any allergies or discrepancies before hand.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Alexis B. - Seeking Work in Westlake

Nanny Alexis

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

A little bit about me

Hi there! I grew up at the middle child of 11 siblings and many more cousins, so I’ve been working in child care ever since I turned 13. I’ve babysat many special needs children as well as multiple children at a time. As a child with adhd myself I’ve learned to make things fun and entertaining.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Skii F. - Seeking Work in Westlake

Nanny Skii

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

A little bit about me

HI!! IM A VERY LOVING,CARING AND AWESOME PARENT! I HAVE KIDS OF MY OWN AND WE LOVE TO DO FUN ACTIVITIES TO KEEP THE DAY GOING! NOW THAT COVID HAS TAKEN OVER THE USA WE ARE MORE OF A INSIDE FAMILY. I WOULD LOVE TO CARE FOR OTHER KIDS OF ALL AGES! I AM ABLE TO WORK ON WEEKENDS/ OVERNIGHT AND MORNINGS! MY I WOULD RATHER TO DO IT IN MY HOME. I WELCOME KIDS WITH OPEN ARMS. MY KIDS AND I WOULD LOVE THE COMPANY AND CARE TO GIVE!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Makaylah M. - Seeking Work in Westlake

Nanny Makaylah

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

A little bit about me

I have experience working with children as I have worked as a daycare teacher. I love kids and will be open to take on the nanny role for a loving family

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Heidi N. - Seeking Work in Westlake

Nanny Heidi

Westlake, LA
$13/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Heidi, i’m 18 years old I live in Westlake, LA. I am currently going to Sowela for Surgical Tech. I have 3 brothers two are older than me and one is 6. I watch my little cousins around the ages like a few months old to around 12 years old. I love kids so much and I just hope we can work around my schedule!!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Krista H. - Seeking Work in Westlake

Nanny Krista

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

A little bit about me

My name is Krista and I have worked at a day care, along with done a lot of babysitting. I Love children and elderly people.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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

The average cost of a babysitter in Westlake, LA is $13.51 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 Westlake, LA

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

Westlake 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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