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Ouriya M.
Opelousas, LA
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I will also provide housekeeping during babysitting if needed:)
Hi! I have been babysitting for the past 10 years. I will also provide housekeeping during babysitting if needed:)
Ouriya can also help with: Kitchen cleaning
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently away at college. I will be able to resume babysitting again May 25th! I am an enthusiastic and reliable nanny!
I have five years of experience with children of
various ages. I've nannied for a family with an
9-month-old, a family with a 6 and 11-year-
old. I was a college athlete, so I love playing...
Ouriya can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madison D.
Opelousas, LA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 4 years of experience, however I am the oldest of 10 so the experience started well before that! I have had numerous babysitting jobs, and been a nanny to two families. I took care of one family with three children, and one with four including a special needs child. I am an education major, at lsue. My heart is children!
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have seven years experience taking care of seniors and disabled clients and cleaning their homes. I would love to help you keep your home clean.
Cortney can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning
Cortney F.
Opelousas, LA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Seven years experience working with the elderly. You can count on me to give your loved one the utmost care.
Cortney can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Alexus A.
Opelousas, LA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I do really love taking care of children/child and making memories with. I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having...
I have seven years of experience working as a caregiver. I have a passion for taking care of others and I can ensure you your loved one will be in good hands.
Cortney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Gabrielle G.
Opelousas, LA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Love To Babysit Kids From 6-12 Yrs Old. A Fun Babysitter, And Never No Negative Energy Involved.
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Bathroom Cleaning, Organization, and other things around the house as well (laundry not included).
Gabrielle can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, window washing, bathroom cleaning
Zoe T.
Opelousas, LA
$8-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
hey parents! I am available to babysit! My name is Zoe. I am 21 years old. I am located in Arnaudville, but I can come to Opelousas, Port Barre, Carencro, Sunset, Grand Coteau or even Lafayette!! I am available for infants to 13 years old. I am energetic and love to play with the kiddos. I can also help out with homework, do...
Zoe can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I love children and have spent my adult life caring for them as a biological mom, foster mom, adoptive mom, homes chool mom, nursery worker, and Children's Ministry worker. I also currently work part time at a Private Homeschool , where I teach consumer math and work as a substitute teacher and teacher's aid. also i have...
Rebekah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
A little bit about me - I'm recently married & a new mom to a sweet baby boy. I graduated from UL in Child and Family Studies in 2021. I have been babysitting for over 15 years and a full time nanny for 6 years. I have references upon request! I'm comfortable caring for multiple kids at a time and I have experience with all...
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a teacher assistant in Lafayette parish. I have been in the school system for 17 years and before this I worked at a daycare. I have worked with children of all ages, newborns-high school students (regular & special needs). I am first aid and CPR certified as well. Available after school, occasional weekends and summers.
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Rachel is the absolute best! Her communication is amazing. She is truly a blessing to our Family. She is so comfortable to be around and I immediately felt at ease with her caring for my son. She is knowledgeable, patient and so good with children. I am so lucky we...
Adelina M.
Destiny R.
Lafayette, LA
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Destiny and I am 18 years old. I provide pet sitting in your home, as well as walks and feeding times. I love animals and take care of many my own. Currently, my herd includes dogs, guinea pigs, rats, tortoises, bearded dragons, fish, miniature horses, and a more! (Yes all plural!) Beings said, I am an all...
Destiny can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
Recent review:
5.0
Communication is key for me and Destiny rocks it! She's super flexible and will accommodate you when schedules are conflicting. Her work ethic is far beyond her years and she treats my fur baby as her own. I wouldn't trade her for the world! She's a doll!
Lauren L.
5.0
(2)
Hello there! My name is Destiny and I tutor students from elementary to high school. I am currently a chemical engineering major at ULL, so my preferred area of studies is math, science and English. I love to tutor and I am very patient with students. Most of my experience began with tutoring my fellow classmates in high school....
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jordan. I'm 29 years old and I live in Louisiana . I have 14 years experience with working with children of all ages. I started caring for my special needs cousin when I was 13 and every job from then on have been in childcare. I've worked in daycare facilities, was a live-in nanny, and have worked under home health...
Jordan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Jordan is such a joy to be around. She is very good with children. Though she has only babysat for me once, she has made a lasting impression on my daughter, Every time my daughter sees her, she wants to go and talk with her. Jordan plays well with the children and...
Angie D.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Destiny and I am a full time student at ULL. I hold many amazing qualities of my own which amazingly includes cleaning! I clean, cook, babysit, pet sit, and tutor. I clean most anything, even cleaning up after pets! I have many of my own, so I'm very used to tending to them. Being a great cleaner means that...
Destiny can also help with: Dusting, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
I'm a 41 yr old married homemaker and mother of 2 grown daughters. I've been married for 21 yrs. My husband works 25/31 schedule offshore in Africa, so I have plenty of free time.
I used to have a farm w 2 cows, 2 to 5 horses at a time, and we had turkeys, ducks, pea fowl, and chicken's that I never could keep up with the amount...
Recent review:
5.0
Very reliable and cares about your pet. Definitely will be hiring her again and again.
Roslyn F.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Just a little bit about me. My name is Destiny, I am 20 and currently attending school at ULL right in my hometown. When I was 11, my little brother was born. This allowed me to get amazing experience in the babysitting world. There's no better babysitting experience than for it to be your own family member. You have to...
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Destiny has watched my little boys (now 7 and 3) on our date nights for the past couple years. She is very reliable, and very nice to both my kiddos and my dogs. The kids are always happy to hear that she is coming, and I am very grateful for her services!
Jessica F.
5.0
(2)
I have 2 service animals plus multiple cats. I'm able to train and look after different animals of any species or breed. I take in fosters as well. I don't discriminate by breed. All animals are good animals and deserve the best! I volunteer at animal shelters and local Non-Profit organizations. I'm also involved with nationwide...
Aalayah can also help with: Pet transportation, dog training, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
4.2
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a 41 yr old married homemaker and mother of 2 grown daughters. I've been married for 22 yrs. My husband works a 25/31 schedule offshore in Africa, so I have plenty of free time and child care experience. I'm looking for part time job. I have a recurring job that is approximately 13-15 random wkdays a month but I know my...
Nicki can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Recent review:
5.0
Amazing with our baby girl and is so helpful with getting tasks done! So glad to have her as a nanny!
Teresa H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Opelousas, LA
Rachel C.
5.0
Rachel is the absolute best! Her communication is amazing. She is truly a blessing to our Family. She is so comfortable to be around and I immediately felt at ease with her caring for my son. She is knowledgeable, patient and so good with children. I am so lucky we found her and you would be too if...
- Adelina M.
Destiny R.
5.0
Communication is key for me and Destiny rocks it! She's super flexible and will accommodate you when schedules are conflicting. Her work ethic is far beyond her years and she treats my fur baby as her own. I wouldn't trade her for the world! She's a doll!
- Lauren L.
Jordan A.
5.0
Jordan is such a joy to be around. She is very good with children. Though she has only babysat for me once, she has made a lasting impression on my daughter, Every time my daughter sees her, she wants to go and talk with her. Jordan plays well with the children and can definitely keep their...
- Angie D.
Nicki D.
5.0
Very reliable and cares about your pet. Definitely will be hiring her again and again.
- Roslyn F.
Destiny R.
5.0
Destiny has watched my little boys (now 7 and 3) on our date nights for the past couple years. She is very reliable, and very nice to both my kiddos and my dogs. The kids are always happy to hear that she is coming, and I am very grateful for her services!
- Jessica F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Opelousas, LA:
How can I find a Opelousas babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Opelousas, LA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 10 babysitters in Opelousas, LA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Opelousas, LA?
The average rate for Opelousas, LA babysitters on Care.com is $14.70 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Opelousas, LA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Opelousas, LA through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.