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Hi! I have 2 years experience at memorial hospital and 1 year experience in home health. I used to babysit my neighbors 5 kids before college.
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Breana B.
Iowa, LA
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Breana, I am 20 years old . I'm looking into babysitting as a new job . I have lots of experience with babysitting younger cousins and siblings from newborn to elementary school. I'm currently in school but available for mornings! Only attend classes on Tuesday Thursday 10:50-12 & 4:30-5:30 I am very responsible and...
Chloe B.
Iowa, LA
$10-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Chloe, And I'm Looking For A Job In Child Care.
Hello! I've been babysitting for about a year, I connect well with kids and I love giving care to them in order for the parents to have time for what they need/want to do! I'm able to clean around the house, and prep meals and snacks. I'm still in college so I will not be available until after 2 p.m. on mon and wed
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Emylee. I am 23 years old. I am a high school graduate and in August (2020) I graduated from Phlebotomy school. My husband, my 5-month-old daughter, and I just moved into the Highland Hills neighborhood. I am looking for a long term nanny position around there! I have been babysitting since the age of 12 for my...
Emylee can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Katherine B.
Lake Charles, LA
$12-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Reliable And Flexible Babysitter. Ready To Work Asap !
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Katherine, I'm a 23-year-old mother(1) and I'm located in Moss Bluff. Before babysitting I was in the sales field - I am fluent in Spanish & a beginner in Korean. I adore kids and will treat them just as I treat my own, I keep a clean and childproof home, there's a big extra room where I keep a small refrigerator with...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Recent review:
5.0
Katherine is always on time and great with kids. She has taken them to events and stayed beyond requested time.
Bobby H.
Alexandra A.
Lake Charles, LA
$14/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have 7 years of experience. I have 2 younger siblings and 4 step kids. I have experience working with kids as my first job was working at an elementary/middle school helping with kids at after school care. I am comfortable being around any type of animal that may be in the house. I can help with Light housekeeping, laundry,...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Over the course of my lifetime I've had many pets from dogs to cats, bunnies and fish. Currently I have 2 dogs and 2 big tanks of different fish. I love taking my Shih Tzu to dog parks and watching her go crazy running around with the other dogs. I have a daughter she's one and surprisingly she's very gentle when it comes to...
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding, grooming
Serena A.
Lake Charles, LA
$10-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Currently Available At All Times
5.0
(1)
Hi, welcome to my page! I live in Lake Charles, LA. I am 29 years old a mother to one. She's currently in 1st grade. I've been a nanny/babysitter since I was 18 and enjoy it so much. Many of my summers I spent my time in New Hampshire working at a sports summer camp. At camp I was the arts and crafts director. I am fluent in...
Serena can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Serena is very very sweet and heartfelt. Cared about every rule we set forward and J. said she was so fun. Even didn't mind when we were late! She will definitely be my first choice next time hubby and I go out. Thanks Serena!
Jennifer T.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a masters degree in social work from LSU. I have 15 yrs of experience caring for children of all ages. I was nanny all through college and even took courses in early childhood development.
Mali can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Madison M.
Lake Charles, LA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With Tons Of Experience With Kids Of All Ages
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madison! I am 24 years old and I love children! I have been around the childcare business since I was not even a year old! My Mother has been running her own in home daycare for 23 years. I have been helping her ever since I can remember! I also have a few families that I babysit for on the weekends. I am...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Recent review:
5.0
I absolutely recommend hiring Madison!! She has been AMAZING with my daughter and I couldn’t have asked for better care!
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am so passionate about children. They are the future leaders of the world we live in and I fully believe they should be raised with love and care as they grow older. I'm the oldest of five children, and I am 7 years older than my brother, so I have been taking care of younger children for over two decades. I worked actively in...
Jordan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Jordan took care of my daughter during the day for about 8 months... we really enjoyed having her work for us, and my daughter was always happy to see Jordan. She started caring for my daughter when she was 3 months old so she is great with really young kids....
Hilary K.
Tabatha W.
Lake Charles, LA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My love for childcare began at 16 years old when I began assisting my mother in her home daycare. Since then my love as well as my education has grown for this field. Throughout the last 15 years I have held positions in many different fields but I keep getting drawn back to childcare, my passion. In these past 15 years I have...
Tabatha can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Tabatha has been keeping our now 8-1/2 month old son for almost two months & I must say it has been nothing short of a godsend. I was nervous wreck putting my trust in someone I didn't personally know but her many amazing reviews are accurate & Tabatha has been...
Trenna B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an educator with a degree in Early Childhood, Elementary, And Special Education. I am also a US Army veteran. I am also a mother 4 children. I have worked at Mother's Day Out and children's and nursery programs. I love children and enjoy watching them grow in learning and play. I would love the opportunity to care for your...
Angel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Angel is simply wonderful. She is reliable, timely, caring and very knowledgeable regarding child development and childcare techniques. She handled my newborn twins like a pro and gave me lots of suggestions to help with gas, colic and re-flux issues. She is...
Ginger A.
Tara B.
Lake Charles, LA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
1.0
(1)
I have been a babysitter/nanny for 10 years now and I have worked with children that range in ages, from 3 months to 15 years, including medical/special needs, including my own 2-year-old nugget. Working with kids has always been a true passion of mine. I'm a Texas native, but quite familiar with the Lake Charles charm. I can't...
Tara can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
I'm a mother of two! (6 and 8 months) I'm friendly and family-oriented. I absolutely adore children! I'm just looking for some babysitting jobs to make some extra money. I prefer to babysit in my own home.
Macy S.
Lake Charles, LA
$28/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi , I am 18 years old and looking for anyone who needs a babysitter. I work with children everyday at a daycare and love it. I am available Monday through Friday after 5:30 and almost any day on the weekends.
Macy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Haley E.
Lake Charles, LA
$16-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Haley ! I am a 19-year-old college student! I attend Louisiana State University online, in hopes of getting my Bachelor's Degree in Children's Psychology. I have ample experience babysitting and have also been a full time nanny for almost three years now! I would love to be considered for any future childcare...
Haley can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I enjoy working and caring for children. They bring light to so many lives. Seeing their faces light up when they learn something new or they've done a good job with something will always fill my heart!
My husband and I are a Christian family and we are welcoming our own baby to the world next year! We have a sweet Red-Tri...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
I'd describe my personality as very energetic, patient, and kind
I like working with kids because I love helping kids learn and making them feel like I am a part of their family.
I'm looking for a job that has fun kids that love to play. I want to help out in any way I can. I love children and I love taking care of them so...
Idalia S.
Lake Charles, LA
$14-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Idalia
I have experience staying with elderly, disabled individuals including dementia and Alzheimer's patients, individuals with fredrichs ataxia, and individuals suffering from strokes. I also have experience with Parkinson's disease individuals. I have experience bathing, bath rooming, grooming, transferring,...
Idalia can also help with: Dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Iowa, LA
Katherine B.
5.0
Katherine is always on time and great with kids. She has taken them to events and stayed beyond requested time.
- Bobby H.
Serena A.
5.0
Serena is very very sweet and heartfelt. Cared about every rule we set forward and J. said she was so fun. Even didn't mind when we were late! She will definitely be my first choice next time hubby and I go out. Thanks Serena!
- Jennifer T.
Madison M.
5.0
I absolutely recommend hiring Madison!! She has been AMAZING with my daughter and I couldn’t have asked for better care!
- Care member
Jordan L.
5.0
Jordan took care of my daughter during the day for about 8 months... we really enjoyed having her work for us, and my daughter was always happy to see Jordan. She started caring for my daughter when she was 3 months old so she is great with really young kids. Would definitely recommend her, and we...
- Hilary K.
Tabatha W.
5.0
Tabatha has been keeping our now 8-1/2 month old son for almost two months & I must say it has been nothing short of a godsend. I was nervous wreck putting my trust in someone I didn't personally know but her many amazing reviews are accurate & Tabatha has been the perfect fit. Her 4 yr old...
- Trenna B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Iowa, LA:
How can I find a Iowa babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Iowa, 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 4 babysitters in Iowa, 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 Iowa, LA?
The average rate for Iowa, LA babysitters on Care.com is $12.50 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 Iowa, LA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Iowa, 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.