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270 babysitters are listed in New Orleans, LA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in New Orleans, LA
5.0
(1)
Over 20 years of childcare experience. Looking to work with a baby or children under 5. Love animals and helping kids with art projects, handwriting, learning to read, and other tutoring. Can fold clothes and organize in the Marie Kondo method, dishes, and light housework.
Specifically seeking a baby with chubby thighs to...
Rachael can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is a kind, punctual, responsible, flexible, nice person. She helped us with our 9 month old daughter. She kept me updated throughout the day. She did everything I asked her to do. She was open for feedback.
I will hire her again if I will need."
Victoria G.
Sade F.
New Orleans, LA
$18-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Caring Sitter - With 10+ Years Of Experience -
5.0
(7)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sadé babysat our energetic 1 yr-old twins during a summer break; we could not be happier with her care. My kids adore her! She took an interest in their development from day one. When we mentioned a goal we had for them (like working on napping in cribs), she made...
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Laia L.
New Orleans, LA
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
Looking For Part-time Work As A Babysitter. Experience Babysitting In Nola And L.A.
Hello! I love to work with little ones, and I do well with light cleaning and meal preparation. I am flexible for time most evenings.
I have multiple years of experience babysitting children of all ages, including newborns that required bottle feeding. My initial babysitting experience was with newborns and toddlers, along with...
Laia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Hi! My name is Laney , I am a rising junior at Tulane, and I am from Washington, DC. I have been babysitting since I was around 14 years old, I coach kids recreational gymnastics, I have taught at a kids art camp for over 5 years, and I have done elemetary school tutoring. Overall, I love working with children and would love to...
Louise can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an educator, writer, and childcare provider. I have six years of experience of teaching in Montessori schools where I worked with kids ages 18 months to 6 yo. I also teach writing to kids 3rd-8th grade. I have experience with babies as young as 6 months. I see children as individuals and believe in meeting them where they...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hi families! My name is Bethany- I am a high-energy, compassionate caregiver with 10 (adult) years of experience. During the day, I serve as a mental health professional for elementary students; in my free time, I enjoy caring for littles. I prioritize creative play, limited screen time, and positive discipline strategies. You...
Bethany can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have experience with children off all ages. I love playing games and doing crafts, your kids are sure to have a great night on your night out.
Shayla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Amy and I attend Tulane University (I am from outside of Chicago). I have babysat as well as tutored for about 5 years, and I truly love spending time with kids!! I love spending time outside, reading, watching movies and love to plan activities to do while babysitting!!
I'd describe my personality as positive,...
Hello! My name is Kristy, thank you for visiting my page!
Just a tiny bit of background about me: I have about 10+ years of experience babysitting and nannying. I have a BFA in modern dance from the University of the Arts in Philly, where I graduated in 2013. I'm originally from Baltimore, Maryland but have lived in Nola for...
Kristy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I'm Raissa, I'm a responsible Babysitter with 3 years of experience, caring for children's of all ages. I am CPR trained, I have my own car, and I'm friendly with pets, light housekeeping and cooking.
I'm patient, caring, fun, creative and responsible!
It will be a pleasure to take care of your children!
Raissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experienced, patient and high energy caregiver with years of experience as a youth soccer coach/swimming instructor, oldest of 4 children, and babysat for families starting from age 14.
Brenda can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hello! I am a teenage girl looking for an after-school job. I can help with homework and do fun at-home crafts. I am hoping to work with children in the future and I believe babysitting gives me a great start.
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! I am a 25-year-old nursing student, as well as a graduate of the university. I have a BS in Psychology and a BA in French and will be graduating from LSUHSC in May with a Bachelors of Nursing. I am caring and reliable babysitter with over 10 years of experience. I was a camp counselor for four summers for children ages from...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brooke M.
New Orleans, LA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter For 10 Plus Years And Have Flexible Availability In The Weekdays Mainly Excluding Friday's.
Hi my name is Brooke, I am 30 years old and am interested in your babysitting position. I was in nursing school for approx 1 1/2 years, then decided to have a career change. I am presently studying to be a prek-4th teacher as well as care giving. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I am the oldest of 4 siblings and...
Brooke can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I'm a 2+ year resident of New Orleans with over 10 years of paid childcare experience beginning in high school. I've worked with kids of all ages -- from 2 months to teenagers -- and genuinely enjoy getting to know kids and families in my community. I work as a journalist but have continued to babysit on the side.
I...
Hi, everyone! My name is Rose and I am junior at Loyola majoring in English teacher education. I am available for babysitting, preferably the uptown area only as my only mode of transportation is a bike. I currently work part-time as a teacher assistant at Little Gators, which is a part of Holy Name of Jesus School. I have...
Rose can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Josephine J.
New Orleans, LA
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Fun, Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part Time Job
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an enthusiastic college senior who loves kids and I have years of experience babysitting and working full time at summer camps. I've worked with kids of all ages, from infants and toddlers to teenagers, have experience planning and leading crafts and outdoor activities, love pets, and can help with housekeeping! I'm looking...
Josephine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Hi everyone! My name is Alexandra and I graduated from Tulane last year with a major in psychology and minor in business. I have 9+ years of babysitting experience, have worked at a few summer camps, and this past summer I worked at a preschool for children with special needs as a Special Education Teacher Assistant. I have...
Since I have been old enough, I have been babysitting for a wide range of children. I worked for a family with three children, ages 2, 3, and 8 for two years. When they moved, I was responsible for a child that was 2 months old where her mother worked a lot and needed me in a crunch all the time. I helped out in a pre-school...
Daisy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a babysitter, as well as a counselor to adolescents. I have also cared for a special needs child. I enjoy feeling needed, therefore love caring for others. I love children! I have 1 daughter and 2 step-daughters. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I would love the opportunity to meet you and your little one. I...
Franchesca can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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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 270 babysitters in New Orleans, LA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 $16.54 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 New Orleans, LA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in New Orleans, 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 New Orleans, LA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in New Orleans, LA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 134 reviews of the 270 listed babysitters.