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46 child care providers are listed in Ruston, LA
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years
Child care providers in Ruston, LA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am 18 and have 3 siblings from ages 2-10. I have been taking care of them for years along with many friend and family's children! The most I have ever taken care of was 3 but I am willing to do more! I have also worked at summer...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shelby is very patient and warm. She is dependable she takes initiative and is knowledgeable and compassionate. My 4 month old daughter does not easily accept strangers but with Shelby it was different because of her warmth. will recommend her anytime. She is...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi. My name is Faith. I have recently graduated with a degree in Human Development and Family Science. I am a Registered Line Technician in Louisiana and work with children with disabilities in my workplace. I have experience in daycares, behavior clinics, and other workplaces. I love kids and would love to work for you!
Faith can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Faith is a dependable, Christian girl that I have trusted to watch my two small boy many times."
Lindsey G.
Ryleigh W.
Ruston, LA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Provides Support To You As The Parents, Care For Your Child, And Any Extra Needs In The Home.
Hi, I'm Ryleigh! I am passionate about my faith, investing in the relationships in my life, and putting my best into whatever I'm doing. My family fostered for 8 years giving me tons of experience with newborns, toddlers, and elementary age kids. I have 6+ years of babysitting experience and 2+ years of full time nannying...
Ryleigh can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Jameia W.
Ruston, LA
$12-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I'm JaMeia I'm a student at Louisiana Tech University studying Elementary Education. I've been working as an assistant daycare teacher for about a year now as well as an babysitter/nanny . I'm CPR / First Aid certified and have certifications in Teacher-Child Interactions, Child
Guidance and Classroom management
Chilld...
Jameia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Rilee M.
Ruston, LA
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi parents! My name is Rilee and I am an aunt to 8 kiddos. Many of my nieces and nephews live out of state sadly but I have plenty of experience taking care of my twin nephews and my precious niece that live locally. I also have experience working for 3 families (outside of my own) in high school, part time. My goal is to help...
Rilee can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Faith A.
Ruston, LA
$11-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Nothing is more difficult than feeling that your kids are in good hands when you're away! I promise to provide my upmost level of care and protection to ensure a healthy, fun, and safe environment for your kiddos. I have medical care experience and over 6 years of child care. I am not squeamish and I am comfortable with any...
Faith can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Abigail T.
Ruston, LA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Abigail and I am a student at Louisiana Tech. I am 21 years old and majoring in Nursing. I have 8 years of experience with babysitting. I have nannied for the past 3 summers, from ages 3-12. I am CPR certified and I have a passion for working with kids. I have references if needed.
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Orren T.
Ruston, LA
$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
Highly experienced Child care giver with 7 years experience in military child care and also very active with sports background. I am a really good people person that has traveled all over the world and learned to connect and care for others socially and emotionally,
Orren can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Sami L.
Ruston, LA
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Sami a full time college student. I've been babysitting for 8 years and worked in a church nursery for 8 months. I have cared for children from newborn to age 13. I am looking for a night time nanny/recurring babysitting position. I am willing to care for children as late as needed any night, with an exception for...
Sami can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Aubrey G.
Ruston, LA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 years of experience from working at a daycare with children ages 4-12. I have assisted with preparing meals and doing laundry and I can help with grocery shopping and carpooling.
Aubrey can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Kamryn M.
Ruston, LA
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for over 5 years and enjoy getting to know the families I work for. I am willing to help with child care, running errands, pet sitting, etc.
Kamryn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Heather W.
Ruston, LA
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience in caring for children of all ages and many capacities. My experience includes working for a child care facility as a after school tutor. The age groups I worked with were from pre-k though 5th grade. I also had the experience of being the private nanny of a newborn. I cared for that child until she...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Kionnah W.
Ruston, LA
$10-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Kionnah and I am 22. I am apart of the Track and Field team at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I have just graduated with a Bachelors of Science and will be returning back to UIUC to complete a master's program. I have experience, working as an instructor at a Martial Arts school in Chicago. I have...
Eve R.
Ruston, LA
$13-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a passionate childcare provider with eight years of experience. My journey began when I discovered my love for caring for children through babysitting. I've always had a desire to make a positive impact on their lives and provide families with reliable support.
I'm known for my calm and friendly nature. Patience is my...
Riley T.
Ruston, LA
$10-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for over 5 years, and I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow. I am a sophomore at Louisiana Tech and my major is Child development. I believe that every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing games and...
Child care centers in Ruston, LA
Dan De Lyons Day Care Center, Inc
171 Kimble Ln, Ruston, LA
Dan De Lyons Day Care Center, Inc supports the child’s development with fun, warmth, security, exploration and discovery. They actively seek to encourage socialization, creativity, and a sense of community within the environment. It is their belief in children learning best through exploration and...
New Living Word Ministries Child Care Center
1900 W Barnett Springs Ave, Ruston, LA
New Living Word Ministries is a state licensed child care establishment on 1900 W Barnett Springs Ave, Ruston, LA that provides a Christian based early childhood education. Their center highlights a curriculum that aims to enhance their students' spiritual, physical, and emotional development.
Trinity Visions
222 Mount Harmony Church Rd, Ruston, LA
Trinity Visions offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 222 Mount Harmony Church Rd, the company serves families living in the Ruston, LA area. Trinity Visions has served the community since they started in 2006.
Jerlean Home Daycare
1903 Ellis Ave, Ruston, LA
Jerlean Home Daycare runs a private, licensed child care facility at 1903 Ellis Ave, Ruston, LA. Margaret Willis Prime Time's child care center emphasizes the use of structured activities that help their students to effectively build a strong academic foundation.
Happy Days Playschool
3521 Janice Dr, Ruston, LA
Happy Days Playschool offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 3521 Janice Dr, the company serves families living in the Ruston, LA area. Happy Days Playschool has served the community since they opened in 1978.
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Ruston, LA
How much is child care near me in Ruston, LA?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $14.00 per hour as of January 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Ruston, LA?
Care.com currently has 36 child care providers near you in Ruston, LA. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Ruston, LA and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Ruston, LA that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Ruston, LA child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Ruston, LA, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Ruston, LA and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Ruston, LA in January, 2025?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.