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60 babysitters are listed in Gretna, LA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Gretna, LA
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...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Meghan. I am a former special education teacher. I am a Louisiana State Certified educator and have received training in diapering, first aid, CPR-etc. I have lovingly helped students through major health concerns such as seizures, allergic reactions, etc. I also have nannying experience with children ranging...
Meghan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We strongly recommend Meghan! She worked with us regularly on a part-time basis (10-12hrs/wk) for several months caring for our 4.5 year old boy. She is dependable, kind, outgoing, smart, and fun. We just had twins and needed to find someone full-time to care for...
Michael H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved being around babies and children. I started babysitting as soon as I was old enough. I graduated from The Governor's Academy in Newbury, MA and am a sophomore business major at Tulane University minoring in psychology. I am from New Castle, NH. My Interests include long-distance running, yoga, and baking. In...
Annie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Annie takes care of my three children, ages 7, 5 and 2. She is warm, caring and fun. She's also extremely helpful, super reliable and my kids love her. She helps with homework, cooks simple meals for my toddler, drives the older kids to activities. She is all...
Ruth B.
Gloria T.
New Orleans, LA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm A Really Rigorous Reader . I Love Children Because You Can Learn So Much Them.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting kids for 7 years now. Most of my babysitting experience comes from having many small nieces and nephews. My nurturing nature pairs well with children making it easy to enjoy babysitting. I'm outgoing and feel accomplished when babysitting because it is important that the kids stay safe and entertained. I...
Gloria can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"She is a very sweet person. My kids love her. Very dependable wouldn't hire anyone else."
Tracey K.
Lauren S.
New Orleans, LA
$20-30/hr • 15 yrs exp
Learning & Care With A Creative Flair: Babysitting And Tutoring You Can Trust!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey y'all! I am a certified teacher with over 10 years of experience in child care and education. I'm passionate about helping children thrive academically, socially and emotionally. I offer babysitting and tutoring services for up to 3 days a week, 3 hours per day, with flexibility for additional hours if needed.
I have a...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren was amazing! She was the best nanny I've ever had. She treated my children amazing and became part of the family. She is a great nurturer, amazing tutor and awesome human. I always knew my children were safe with Lauren. If you hire her you won't regret it...
Patrice W.
Kalinah W.
New Orleans, LA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Full-Time Babysitter (Tutor, Nanny, Pet Care, Housekeeping)
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! If you're looking for an authentic, energetic, and highly reliable nanny/tutor with an open heart, I'm your girl!
My name is Kali, I'm 28, and I'm bilingual. I've spent most of my life overseas due to my mother's work with the State Department.
I began my career in Chevy Chase at a nonprofit daycare called Wonders, where...
Kalinah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Kali, worked as a part-time nanny for our family and was absolutely wonderful with my 18 month daughter. She was attentive, caring and loving. She took a lot of initiative to help my child improve her picky eating, crawling/walking, sleeping and other important...
Rachel W.
Madeline R.
New Orleans, LA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very patient person especially when it comes to children. I have two much younger brothers, one who has Down syndrome. I'm creative, fun, and very loving. I've watched children while parents were out of town multiple times. I've watched children with special needs other than my brother before. I'm very reliable and pretty...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My two girls really enjoyed the time Madeline spent with them. She was punctual, friendly, and open to any instructions given. We love the week we spent with her in Orange Beach and appreciate the care and affection that she exhibited with the children. We would...
Kory H.
Xyriah D.
New Orleans, LA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have years of experience babysitting that ranges from family members to family friends. I have experience babysitting for children as young as 8months. I am also very good with anything educational, so if your child needs help with homework or anything I can do that (I'm best at math and science). Also I graduated with a...
Xyriah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our kids absolutely loved her! She was on time and had reliable transportation for outings with the kids. Will definitely be hiring again "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a senior at Tulane University, living in the Freret neighborhood. Currently, I am looking for a part-time babysitting/nannying position for the Winter/Spring of 2018! My schedule is flexible right now, but I will be going part-time, so I'm looking to babysit or nanny during the day.
I absolutely adore children and have...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Maya R. and I currently have three years of experience in child care which includes babysitting as well as assistant teaching at the daycare that I currently work at. I have been fully vaccinated as a safety precaution against COVID-19. I have my CDA ( Child Development Association), I have been trained in...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Full time Babysitter available. I most recently worked as a pre-kindergarten dance teacher at the British International School of Houston. I have 6 years of experience teaching and caring for children ages 0-15. I am first aid and CPR certified. I am fingerprinted and also have a federal background check available to you if...
Geovana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I put cameras in my house and watched them a lot. She was attentive to my 14 month old sons needs and really seemed to care about him. "
Joseph C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Update Dec 2024: I am not currently looking for child care jobs until summer 2025.
I am a former special education teacher taking a hiatus from classroom teaching. I am looking for work while I pursue a career change. I love working with kids of all ages, in particular supporting their social-emotional development. I am...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Loved working with Lily when our son was younger. Would definitely recommend without hesitation. Very in tune with social/emotional development and a natural teacher/educator. Always felt our son was in safe hands with her as well. Lily is extremely intelligent and...
Sarosh Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have always been around children because I come from a large family. Of course, at the time, I was the built-in babysitter; however, I began babysitting for pay outside of my family during my freshman year of high school. The youngest child who I have cared for was 3 months old and the oldest I have cared for was 14 years old....
Kira can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Kira has been punctual, trustworthy and was a natural in caring for our in infant."
Carlos R.
Nyla J.
New Orleans, LA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Nyla, a recent graduate of Xavier University of Louisiana! I received my bachelor's degree in public health. I want you to know that I will be committed to making sure that you and your child will have a fun worry free experience. I have been babysitting for about 6 years and I have cared for children from 0 to 11. I...
Nyla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Nyla did a wonderful job watching our two boys! She was very friendly and managed to get both of our active boys to bed. We look forward to having her babysit again!"
Diana S.
5.0
(1)
Melissa has Empathy and the ability to care for the client's social, emotional, physical and mental health. Exceptionally patient, good at listening and responding to others' needs. Ability to remain calm and handle any emergencies that may arise. she loves children, animals and life itself.
I am fully vaccinated
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Melissa is a very kindhearted young lady, she did everything for our children. We miss her dearly. If she ever moved back, I would definitely hire her again. Wish you the very best, Melissa."
Melissa K.
Marley R.
New Orleans, LA
$14-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have lots of experience with children of all ages; I worked at the YMCA daycare for a year, and have worked as a nanny for 2 families. My first position was 4 years long for 2 young boys, and the second was about a year and a half for two elementary-aged girls. I love working with kids and am willing to help with a...
Marley can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Marley as our after-school sitter and also used her this summer. She was amazing and the perfect fit for our family! Any family would be lucky to have her."
Teresa M.
Sherry J.
Chalmette, LA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi my own experience with children started with my own. I'm a mother of 4 children that are all grown up and married with their own kids. I have 11 grandkids that also add to my experience with kids. I'm fun , loving and caring. I am pet friendly (dogs only )as I know this is always good to know. I like playing with children,...
Sherry can also help with: Travel
5.0
"We love Sherry! She is fantastic with our baby. She is always on time (a few minutes early), responsive, professional and attentive. She is great!"
Ashley H.
Sade F.
New Orleans, LA
$18-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Caring Sitter - With 10+ Years Of Experience -
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My top priority is to keep your child/children safe. I am a dependable and safe driver. I have 10+ years of experience with nannying, house keeping, cooking, and curriculum building. I have experience with all ages and abilities. I have nannied children/teens who are gender fluid, have PTSD, mental health challenges, and...
Sade can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sadé is great. She babysat my 4 kids and they were always happy to see her."
Hayley W.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
My specialty is newborns and infants. I can help you get your baby on your schedule. I will get bottles ready for you and baby. I will tidy up as we go (and even clean up your kitchen for you!) I can also keep up with baby's laundry for you. I would love to take good care of your new baby!
I am an experienced teacher,...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Yaya has treated our son like he is her own grandson and she has been so much more than a nanny to us - she is part of our family. Whenever she arrives in the morning he has the biggest smile on his face. We knew from the first time we met her 6 months ago that we...
Adam H.
Rachael B.
New Orleans, LA
$18-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Nanny Who Enjoys Creating Fun And Positive Environments
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10+ years of nannying children of varying ages. I work part-time with 2 children (NB, 1. 5yr) and with a family of 3 (6yr, 4yr, 2yr). I've previously worked for families with 1 to 4 children, for long-term, part-time and date night positions.
I help with pick-up/drop-off, meal prep, bottle feed, diapering, bathing,...
Rachael can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Rachael is so great with our 4 month old son. He really enjoys her. She has learned our cloth diaper routine and is an expert now. Our dog and kitty love her too. We're so happy to have found her!"
Elaine F.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gretna, LA
Kayleigh H.
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
Meghan S.
5.0
We strongly recommend Meghan! She worked with us regularly on a part-time basis (10-12hrs/wk) for several months caring for our 4.5 year old boy. She is dependable, kind, outgoing, smart, and fun. We just had twins and needed to find someone full-time to care for all three kids (which just wasn't a...
- Michael H.
Annie F.
5.0
Annie takes care of my three children, ages 7, 5 and 2. She is warm, caring and fun. She's also extremely helpful, super reliable and my kids love her. She helps with homework, cooks simple meals for my toddler, drives the older kids to activities. She is all around great and I highly recommend her...
- Ruth B.
Gloria T.
5.0
Gloria is truly a remarkable young woman. She is extremely poised, and asked really great questions as we were showing her what she would be responsible for doing while babysitting. She was great with our 6 week old, was gentle and completely attentive. My wife and I feel completely comfortable...
- Adam L.
Lauren S.
5.0
Lauren was amazing! She was the best nanny I've ever had. She treated my children amazing and became part of the family. She is a great nurturer, amazing tutor and awesome human. I always knew my children were safe with Lauren. If you hire her you won't regret it and your children will love her.
- Patrice W.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gretna, LA:
How can I find a Gretna babysitter near me?
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 19 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Gretna, LA?
The average rate for Gretna, LA babysitters on Care.com is $17.58 per hour as of April 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Gretna, LA?
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.
Ratings for Gretna, LA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Gretna, LA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.