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679 babysitters are listed in New Orleans, LA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in New Orleans, LA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a full-time nanny of 3 children ages 1-5. My experience includes working in the early childhood field for more than 20 years, share nanny and in-home babysitting for more than 30 years. I have experience with all age groups from infancy to teenage. I have obtained my child development associates, CPR and First Aid training...
Sanara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sanara has so much experience with kiddos. She is always dependable and my daughter LOVES spending time with her. Sanara always keeps my daughter busy and they seem to have such a blast together. I would recommend her one hundred times over!"
Melody M.
Sarah W.
New Orleans, LA
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development from The University of Alabama in 2007. My classroom consisted of 25-30 4/5 yr old's, but I am open to both younger and older aged children. I have been babysitting and keeping children from my teenage years to the present. I worked with special needs children...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Sarah was amazing with both of my boys. She was very timely, very professional and nice. I would definitely hire her again."
Rachel M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, thank you for viewing my profile page. I currently have one year of experience in babysitting with three months of nannying included within that time frame. I have been fully vaccinated as a safety precaution against COVID-19 and have been tested for COVID-19 recently. I am willing to show proof of this upon interview. I...
Maya can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maya has been a great addition to our family. She's reliable and available last minute. What she lacks in experience, she makes up for in her ability to take direction, learn new skills, and implement feedback. She's very loving, playful, and patient with my...
Christina E.
Helen H.
New Orleans, LA
$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Helen, and I have previously worked in a childcare center for 2 1/2 years, during which time I babysat for over a dozen families. I have been babysitting and nannying on and off ever since. I'm 32 - a mature, responsible adult with my own vehicle. When I am in your home, I will always engage with your child. I...
Helen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Helen gets my son off to school in the morning. He really likes her and we think she is fantastic!"
Stacey H.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
You want your childcare with someone that you can trust, someone that can become a part of the family and someone who your child will enjoy spending time with! If this is true, you have finally found the right person. My name is Abby. I have been caring for children of various ages for roughly nine years. I first began childcare...
Abrianna can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My husband, our 2 sons (2 & 6 years old) and I were on work-vacation in the Black Mountain area for a month this summer and needed someone to watch the boys for a few hours in the mornings.
Abby was a sweet and gentle caregiver. She was always on time and the boys...
Stephanie L.
Morgan T.
New Orleans, LA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Available, Experienced, And Enthusiastic Caregiver In Inverness Area
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always been considered a leader and can handle the responsibilities that are given to me. I am an honest, reliable individual that is also a mom of 2 school aged children. I currently own my own balloon decor company, but I am looking for extra income. I have a car and can travel to you with no issue. I also have several...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is amazing women inside and out! My daughter just loves her, if she was still in AL she would still be our Nanny! She interacts with the children instead of just placing them in front of a TV! Every day she brought a new art project for my daughter, and she was...
Jenna R.
Tayah P.
New Orleans, LA
$8-14/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I was raised in Texas and moved here about a year ago. I have a really big family so I always loved babysitting. I have a 1-year-old of my own so I know how hard it is finding someone to care for the most important person(s) in your life. I hope to earn your trust and confidence.
My full-time rates are:
2 years (and...
Tayah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She has become family. I know she is taking care of my children like they are her own. She is trustworthy and has found her calling."
Tiffany T.
Gabrielle V.
New Orleans, LA
$12-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny and Pet Care Provider Available Full Time!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
FULLY VACCINATED and Covid-Safe
Hello hello!! With the world being a little crazy, I've seen what a difficult time parents are having finding care, so while I'd taken a break from home-care for a few years I'm excited to be back and down to my roots! I've studied Theatre, International Human Rights, and also have a degree in...
Gabrielle can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Gabby is a sweet, caring and reliable person."
Laura M.
Emma A.
New Orleans, LA
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm the oldest of five children so I have been helping with children my whole life. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and I absolutely love it. I have worked for many different types of families with many different types of children, and I am prepared to handle it all. I have worked for working parents, date...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very sweet and dependable and caring my daughter loved her right away would definitely get her again!! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
HI THERE! I have had my babysitting certification since 6th grade and I am studying to own my own daycare one day. I am in love with kids, I have nieces and nephews that I care for fairly often. I have been in a classroom with Pre-k through 1st grade for several weeks at a time. I am usually always available and flexible with...
Vivica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Vivica for a one-time babysitting need, and she was wonderful. Responded quickly to messages, arrived at our home promptly, and did a great job caring for our son. When he woke up the next morning, he asked, "Where did my new friend go?" We definitely...
Brittney W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over 7 years of dedicated experience, my passion for nurturing young minds has led me on an exciting journey in search of the perfect babysitting role. My resume proudly showcases my extensive background as a babysitter and tutor for children ranging from kindergarten to 8th grade. Beyond just supervising, I go the extra...
Mariami can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mariami was a wonderful sitter for us while we were on vacation! She watched our 4 year old and 1 year old in a rental with not a lot of toys and they both had a really wonderful time. The next day our daughter kept asking when she would come back. Would definitely...
Care member
Karalyn T.
New Orleans, LA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Kara, and I am 23 years old. I am a graduate of APSU with a degree in Social Work. I have experience working with children in a variety of settings. I started babysitting at the age of 11 for family friends, have served as a nanny, and worked at the APSU Child Learning Center for 4 years. I am CPR and First Aid...
Karalyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Wonderful nanny!! Kara has quickly become a part of our family and my girls look forward to her coming over every day!"
Kelli W.
Kayleigh H.
New Orleans, LA
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kayleigh I am 21 years old. I am currently in school to become a registered nurse. I am looking for families I can do occasional babysitting for.
I love working with kids I think they shed some light to this crazy world. They are just so fun and creative. I enjoy planning activities in and out the house.
I can...
5.0
"Kayleigh is such a blessing to our family. My son loves her and is so happy when he knows she’s bringing him to school ❤️"
Care member
Jennifer S.
New Orleans, LA
$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Mother/Baby RN Looking For Part Time Position Caring For Newborn/Infant
5.0
(1)
Hello. My name is Jennifer. My husband and I moved to New Orleans over 7 years ago. I have 2 grown children, 29 and 26, living in Birmingham, Alabama who I love dearly. Some background on me..... I am a retired Mother/Baby, NICU nurse, and Lactation Consultant. After my daughter was born I stayed home to raise my family. Upon...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a certified teacher. I am originally from New Orleans. I have a passion for teaching reading and keeping kids active. I have been babysitting for over 15 years now! I have plenty of experience within my huge family as well as outside experience.
Jamie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jamie is wonderful. She's very mature and handles our children (and kitties) wonderfully. She's punctual, easy to stay in touch with, and thoughtful. During our second visit she offered to do some light tidying and our daughter has taken to her in such a sweet way....
Jamina C.
Semaj T.
New Orleans, LA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Newborn Care Specialist, Professional Travel Nanny, And Sitter
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm Semaj, a Newborn Care Specialist/Night Nurse, babysitter, and travel nanny, and my schedule has openings! I hope to work with a few new families in the next couple of months! I am open to babysitting gigs and am interested in interviewing for a part-time nanny or full-time night nanny position. I am also open to more travel...
Semaj can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Semaj is absolutely wonderful with our three kids, aged 5, 3, and 5 months. She is the only babysitter we have outside of family we feel confident leaving all three kids with. If she says she will be there, she will be. She keeps the kids engaged, but is also very...
Rebecca B.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am the eldest of three, and began my childcare career by taking care of my younger siblings. An avid babysitter and drama enthusiast through high school, I spent many years as a camp counselor for a theater summer camp in Los Angeles. Working with students who ranged in age from 6-17. I studied Early Childhood Education at L....
Hanna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Hanna was our children's full time nanny from 5months to 3yrs and she is wonderful!! The kids loved her and we couldn't have asked for a better caregiver in their early years. With the children, Hanna is warm but firm when it comes to discipline, highly engaging...
Kim T.
Deira W.
New Orleans, LA
$1-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 23 and currently a nursing student. I am very enthusiastic, fun to be around, and I LOVE working with children. My mother has owned a daycare since before I was born, so children have always been a huge part of my life. I have been babysitting on my own since I was 12 years old, but have worked with children since I was...
4.0
"Professional, respectful, a natural"
Gregory S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Debbie and I'm looking forward to work with you and your kids
I been babysitting since I was young adult with cousins and relatives,
babysitting here in New Orleans for almost 3 years.
I'm very friendly and willing to do extra housekeeping as if needed,
but I love kids too much and for me it's not a job, but...
Debbie Ann can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Debbie Ann worked as a full-time nanny for our family. She cared for our son from the age of 15 months to 24 months. She is kindhearted, punctual, and cheerful. She was quick to adapt to our sons existing schedule and helped us greatly when we transitioned him...
Juan R.
5.0
(1)
Hello y'all! My name's Rachel, born and raised in New Orleans (went to McG), and have a biology degree from LSU. I am starting graduate school next year and am looking for a regular weekday job. I've been babysitting since I was 12, and started "nannying" jobs a couple years ago. While at LSU I worked at a daycare where I took...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Rachel has a sweet and calm demeanor and will treat your child like her own!"
Megan M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in New Orleans, LA
Sanara B.
5.0
Sanara is always our first choice to stay with our son! She first took care of him when he was 12 weeks old and she still cares for him now that he's three. She is warm, loving, knowledgeable about child development and always works with each child to engage them in their interests. Sanara follows...
- Emily W.
Sarah W.
5.0
Sarah was amazing with both of my boys. She was very timely, very professional and nice. I would definitely hire her again.
- Rachel M.
Maya R.
5.0
Maya has been a great addition to our family. She's reliable and available last minute. What she lacks in experience, she makes up for in her ability to take direction, learn new skills, and implement feedback. She's very loving, playful, and patient with my daughter.
- Christina E.
Helen H.
5.0
Helen gets my son off to school in the morning. He really likes her and we think she is fantastic!
- Stacey H.
Abrianna B.
5.0
It has been wonderful to get to know Abby and bring her into the fabric of our family. She is always on time, very responsible and communicative with my kids, and my house is always in order when I return home. Abby has easily cared for my 3 children-ages 2, 6 and 8. She is willing to keep them busy...
- Rebecca H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in New Orleans, LA:
How can I find a New Orleans babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in New Orleans, 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 680 babysitters in New Orleans, 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.
How much do babysitters charge in New Orleans, LA?
The average rate for New Orleans, LA babysitters on Care.com is $16.28 per hour as of May 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 New Orleans, LA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in New Orleans, 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.
Ratings for New Orleans, LA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in New Orleans, LA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 273 reviews of the 679 listed babysitters.