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278 babysitters are listed in New Orleans, LA
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in New Orleans, LA
Hi! So nice to meet you! My name is Lola and I am a junior at Loyola University. I am studying film with a minor in Spanish. I'm from Atlanta, GA but I officially moved here for school (woohoo!)
I love working with kids and have done so for about 5 years now. I started by assistant teaching at my local Sunday School as well as...
Lola can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Tara G.
New Orleans, LA
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 4 years of experience with babysitting and nannying. I have worked with kids of all ages. I enjoy all the outdoor activities and crafts! I am in college getting a degree in education.
Tara can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Sara K.
New Orleans, LA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have always loved kids. I come from a very large family where I was around lots of babies growing up. I really enjoyed helping my aunts and uncles with their little ones. I started babysitting for pay when I was probably about 13 and did it all through high school. I took a break for a few years, then started doing it again...
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jamine C.
New Orleans, LA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, energetic and patient.
I like working with kids because they will always surprise me.. They are so inquisitive and intelligent and are not afraid to speak the truth.
I'm looking for a job that works with my schedule. I'm available in the morning and have another job in the...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents & families!
My name is Geralynne. I am an educator with over 10+ years of classroom experience and even more childcare experience. I have been a nanny, Live In nanny (in Paris), babysitter, worked at a daycare. If you can think of a childcare job- I have probably done it! I am fluent in French and would also be...
Geralynne can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Isla S.
New Orleans, LA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Isla (eye-luh) and I am a recent graduate of Tulane University with my English Masters. I have six years of childcare experience in babysitting, tutoring, and have previously worked at a preschool in Berkeley, California. I would love to craft, play board games, go on walks, and anything else you'd prefer to...
Isla can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Kennedy J.
New Orleans, LA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Kennedy. I am junior working towards a degree in data science. I have two years of experience in babysitting, and have also gained childcare experience from working as an instructor at a STEM summer camp.
Kennedy can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi, my name is McCall and I graduated from Tulane last spring with a BS in Cell and Molecular Biology and a BA in Spanish. I am originally from Richmond, Virginia, and I am taking a gap year before going to vet school. I have been babysitting for 8 years, and have nannied full-time for the past three summers. I have volunteered...
Mccall can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello my name is Bryn, I am a 25-year-old New Orleans local with 10+ years of babysitting and childcare. I have previous work experience at Kiddee Korner Daycare & Nursery in mid city. I have babysat for families here and there throughout highschool & college. I am CPR certified and eager to help out in any way that I can. I...
Bryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I currently am pursuing a degree in business marketing at Loyola University New Orleans. I have experience babysitting and teaching kids ballet. I am available to work weekends and holidays!
Nyah G.
New Orleans, LA
$10-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about nurturing and caring for children, with three years of experience as a trusted childcare provider. My prior babysitting roles inspired me to pursue this profession, as I find great fulfillment in positively impacting young lives and supporting families.
My patient and calm nature, coupled with my creativity...
Lara H.
New Orleans, LA
$18/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Lara! I'm a Tulane University graduate with a B. S. in Exercise Science. I love kids and have been babysitting since I was 11. I'm currently taking some time off of school before going back to get my B. S. in nursing and would love to help take care of your children while in here.
Lara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jamie W.
New Orleans, LA
$18-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children all over the world from China, to Indonesia, to the Bayous of Mississippi. I have taught children who spoke English as a second language (or third or fourth). I love working with children and have been babysitting and nannying since I was 14 years old. I am happy to do a bit of work around the house...
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Thanks for reading! I am currently a middle school teacher but have worked with various age groups over the years in summer camp, babysitting, and nontraditional education settings. I would love to help you and your family--be that with carving out time for a date night, catching up on work, or assisting kids with online...
Madeliine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hi there! My name is Victoria and I'm 25 years old. I grew up in Lakeview, graduated from Mount Carmel in 2016 (I'm a Ragdoll), and went on to get my degree in Fashion Merchandising at LSU (Geaux Tigers)! I've been babysitting since I was 13 and have had tons of experience with all kinds of childcare jobs since then, with...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kathleen, I'm a graduate student in speech-language pathology and have been a part-time babysitter for about 5 years. I recently moved to New Orleans for school and have cared for children ranging from 3-10 years old. As a graduate student, I have experiences with creating fun and engaging activities, providing...
Kathleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Stephanie M.
New Orleans, LA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Intelligent, Sweet Grad Student That Wants To Help Your Family :)
Hello! My name is Stephy, I am currently in graduate school and I am looking for families to babysit in order to make extra money on the side since my schedule is a little challenging to work a normal job around. I am really fun, I love arts and crafts (really anything creative), I have no issue with assisting in school work or...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Caroline B.
New Orleans, LA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a fall intern taking a semester off from graduate school at Tulane, getting a masters in Health Policy. I am a sailing camp coach in the summer so I have 5 years experience working with kids and grew up babysitting and looking after my cousins. I am Red Cross first aid certified.
Hello! I have about 10 years of paid experience baby-sitting and nannying kids of all ages, from newborns to pre-teens. I'm CPR certified and used to work as a lifeguard and swim coach. I also have experience creating educational curriculum for summer camps that I've led. I'm a good cook and am comfortable with all types of...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am from Oregon and I moved to NOLA in August of 2017 to be an AmeriCorps volunteer. I completed a bachelors degree in biology at Occidental college, after attending a Waldorf school from pre-k through 12th grade. I love the outdoors, playing sports and doing art. I absolutely love playing with kids and I have been babysitting...
Anya can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
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 278 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 $16.65 per hour as of January 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 Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in New Orleans, LA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 111 reviews of the 278 listed babysitters.