What is the going rate for babysitters in Baton Rouge, LA?

The national typical hourly rate in 2021 is $17.00 for babysitters. When deciding how much to pay your babysitter, it’s important to set a competitive rate to attract the best caregivers. But there are lots of factors to think about when determining the cost of child care. Use Sittercity’s chart to determine the most appropriate babysitting rate by hourly wage by location.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in Baton Rouge, LA?

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.

What kind of babysitters can I find in Baton Rouge, LA?

You can find babysitters for in-home care or for a virtual sitting. Babysitters can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more.

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Available babysitters in Baton Rouge, LA

Markita A.

5 years paid experience
10 miles

$ 20–50/hr

Hello Families My name is Markita Adams and I’m a single mother to 3 beautiful children. I currently do independent contractor work to keep a steady income. I love laughing, going on field trips, playing at parks, being open and outgoing. I’m a social spiritual being who puts the divine one befor...

$ 20–50/hr

Bailey R.

6 years paid experience
7 miles

$ 10–12/hr

Hi! I’m Bailey and I’m 21. I recently graduated from LSU with a degree in psychology and am currently taking a gap year before I go back to school in the fall to get my PhD. I was the afternoon teacher for the older 3 year old class at Country Day School on Highland from December 2020- March 2021. (...

$ 10–12/hr

Jacinta W.

4 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 10–15/hr

Hello ,I am Jacinta .I specialize in Childcare/Babysitting. My services are very professional and dependable. I am a very honest ,patient ,and a caring individual. In my schedule i except flexible and short notices. I'M CPR CERTIFIED and i have taking classes and received certificates to prove my sk...

$ 10–15/hr

Kourtney C.

2 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 10–15/hr

My name is Kourtney and I am from Dallas, Texas. I am a recent graduate of LSU, receiving a BA in Sociology. I enjoy children of all ages, being as though I have been around children for quite some time. I have a 6-year-old niece, who I look after quite frequently, as well as four other nieces and n...

$ 10–15/hr

Debra M.

25 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$ 16–18/hr

Hi my name is Debra I've been a nanny for over twenty years.with the same family for nine years.kids are in school all day so I just do after school now.love working with kids.

$ 16–18/hr

Malasia K.

1 year paid experience
6 miles

$ 9–50/hr

UPDATE: I hope you are well. I will likely not be able to babysit at this time, at least, not in a recurring fashion. I apologize. Stay safe! Hi! I'm Malasia, a college junior studying Journalism and Psychology, with interests in eating disorders, child psychology, and developmental psychology. I...

$ 9–50/hr

Adrian H.

10 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 8–12/hr

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Hello im very fun, loving and caring. Have 3 kids of my own ages 11,12,13. Im very experienced in caring for children with and without special needs. Non Smoker and Reliable transportation.

$ 8–12/hr

Kirsten T.

4 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 15–25/hr

Hi, my name is Kiki and I love to take care of children. I am the oldest of 12 siblings, was a Guardian Ad Lightem ( A child advocate for children in the foster care system.) have taught Sunday school at church, I am CPR certified, and have enjoyed watching children as a professional nanny since 201...

$ 15–25/hr

Kara H.

4 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 12–20/hr

Hi! My name is Kara Kimble and I am 22 years old from here in BR. I am currently finishing up my undergraduate degree at southeastern in human development and family studies... basically child development ;) I have worked at a local daycare for about 4 years, where I have worked with children of...

$ 12–20/hr

Jonade R.

4 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$ 15–100/hr

Working with kids has always been something i LOVE to do. Watching them learn, grow, and getting to spread my love/positivity on to them is the reason I love kids so much. I have been babysitting/Nannying for almost 4 years. I have worked at Daycares, babysat weekly, and have been a nanny for a fam...

$ 15–100/hr

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Babysitting FAQs

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.