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Cassandra H.

Full Time Babysitter/Nanny

Gretna, LA

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 36 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have 20+years caring for children, as an educator as well as a child care worker. I love kids and am very playful. I don't have a age preference. I like to read, play games, and go places... pretty much whatever makes the kids happy.

Paola L. says "Cassandra's looked after my children while I was at a conference for the whole day. She entertained them well and they were happy."

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Keyri V.

Part Time Babysitter And Dogsitter

Gretna, LA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I love working with children they are just a joy to watch them. I've talking care of my cousin several times and she is 6 years old.

Karla F. says "Both my girls absolutely love Keyri! She is patient, caring, trustworthy and bilingual! Love that my girls feel comfortable and ask if Keyri can watch...

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Jeremica D.

Nanny Agape

Gretna, LA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello, I'm Jeremica and thank you so very much for taking the time to review my profile. I have such a unique passion for this field and a background that matches. I have been working with kids for 8+ years. from Sunday school, occasional babysitting, mission work, volunteering, and being a pediatric behavioral tech at a...

Care Member says "Jeremica was AMAZING! My 2 year old adored her, she took him the the aquarium, exploring even with all that is going on in New Orleans she was flexible...

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Debbie C.

Gretna, LA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
As a caregiver with four years of experience, I am passionate about enriching children's lives and supporting families. My journey in childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my natural ability to connect with children. My patient and friendly nature creates a welcoming environment for kids, while my...

Care Member says "Left my 1 year old yorkie with Debbie when I went to work in New Orleans. I was scared at first and I can honestly say she took good care of my whiskey...

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Towanka F.

Gretna, LA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
I am experienced in both childcare and disabled and elderly care. I provide housekeeping, laundry care, preparing meals, etc.

keeley T. says "TOWANKA cleans really well and will take good care of your loved ones."

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Ana R.

Child Care

Gretna, LA

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
I'm a dependable, compassionate, and hard-working caregiver with years of experience in child care, pet care, and housekeeping. I've helped raise my nephew since birth and love creating fun, enriching routines (even sneaking protein into his pancakes!). I also have nearly 3 years of experience at a dog daycare and care for my...
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Lena T.

Gretna, LA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
From an early age, I've felt a strong pull towards nurturing children's potential. My goal is to positively impact their lives, while also supporting families by offering reliable care. I have many years of experience caring for children 5 and up, and I'm comfortable with up to three children at a time. I have finished my first...
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Nicole M.

Full Time Babysiiter

Gretna, LA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I babysit kids of any age. I cook, clean, make sure they eat. I am honest and dependable. I can work any day, any hours. I will pick up kids from school.
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Mayra B.

Gretna, LA

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$8/hr
3 years experience
As a caregiver with three years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development, providing a safe and stimulating environment where they can thrive. My previous babysitting roles have reinforced my desire to make a positive impact on young lives. Patience, creativity, and a friendly demeanor...
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Katie G.

Gretna, LA

from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Katie . I am currently a full time online college student studying elementary education at the University of New Orleans. I am also a full time nanny currently. I am with my fifth nanny family and truly every family I am with helps me to grow within my job and shows me why I love doing what I do. I have...
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Robin T.

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Gretna, LA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a Full Time pediatric nurse; I CAN NOT accept FT/ recurring positions! I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.
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Monica S.

Part Time Baby Sitter For Weekends Or Weeknights

Gretna, LA

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
I have over 10 years of babysitting experience. It started with my mother since she also babysat for many families for generations. I was able to grow up with the children my mom cared for and developed an extreme passion for taking care of babies and children just like my mother did. I love interacting with children of all...
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Hayley S.

Gretna, LA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I have worked with kids for 8 years in a classroom setting and have provided nannying services for 6 years. I've worked with kids of all ages, ranging from 6 months to 10 years. I have a step daughter, and a child on the way and I have my CDA certification in Pre-K and I am CPR and First Aid certified. I'd describe my...
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Sydni O.

Gretna, LA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My two years of experience have equipped me with the skills to provide a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My strengths lie in my patience, creativity,...
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Mariana D.

Punctual And Professional Nanny

Gretna, LA

from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
My collective nanny experience has ranged for 10 years and I have primarily worked with ages 10 months to adolescence. My nanny style is intuitive and empathic, as all children have different needs. I love to chat with the parents about the intricacies of their household. I love arts and crafts, outside play, interactive play,...
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Julianna D.

Gretna, LA

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Hi I'm Julianna ! I'm a caregiver also going to cosmetology school full time with a passion for nurturing and educating young minds. With two years of experience, I've honed my skills in creating a safe and stimulating environment for children. My calm demeanor and patience enable me to effectively handle any situation that...
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Taylor S.

Gretna, LA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I'm a creative and friendly caregiver with two years of experience caring for children of all ages. My journey into childcare began with my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my passion for nurturing and positively impacting young lives. I'm a firm believer in supporting families and providing reliable childcare...
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Gabriela N.

Gretna, LA

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Caring and enthusiastic babysitter with few years of experience in childcare. Patient, adaptable and comfortable with children. Maintained a safe playing environment Dressed children and changed diapers Observed and monitor children's play activities Communicated with children's parents or guardians about daily activities,...
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Klinesha B.

Metairie, LA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hey there, lovely families! I'm Klinesha, an experienced teacher, nanny, and babysitter. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and bubbly personality allows me to connect with children quickly. My background in childcare equips me to handle the unique needs of each child, ensuring they receive the attention...

Candi C. says "We hired Klinesha to stay with our 16 year old daughter when she missed her flight in New Orleans. It was a frightening and frustrating experience and...

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Sheradie J.

Part-Time Babysitter

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
I am a graduate of the University of New Orleans with a B. S. in biology and a minor in chemistry and a former Chemistry and Environmental Science teacher. In the past, I have volunteered at a middle school with a nonprofit organization called Girls On The Run as well as Touro Infirmary, and Children's Hospital. During my free...

Emma T. says "Sheradie watched my two boys for several months. Had she not moved, she would have been with us much, much longer. She was so sweet to my boys, and they...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.94/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gretna, LA

Babysitters in Gretna, LA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Cassandra H.

Cassandra's looked after my children while I was at a conference for the whole day. She entertained them well and they were happy.

- Paola L.

Keyri V.

Both my girls absolutely love Keyri! She is patient, caring, trustworthy and bilingual! Love that my girls feel comfortable and ask if...

- Karla F.

Jeremica D.

Jeremica was AMAZING! My 2 year old adored her, she took him the the aquarium, exploring even with all that is going on in New Orleans she...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gretna, LA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gretna, 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 18 babysitters in Gretna, LA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Gretna, LA babysitters on Care.com is $17.94 per hour as of June 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gretna, LA through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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