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Find after school babysitters in Columbia, SC that you’ll love
157 after school babysitters are listed in Columbia, SC
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Columbia, SC
I have recently moved to Columbia. I have raised 2 kids and have 2 grandkids that I adore taking care of. I am here to make your week run smoother! I am happy to help with childcare, making/prepping meals, laundry, dishes, light housekeeping or anything else to help you with your hectic life schedule. I have my own...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Amanda D.
Columbia, SC
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter/Nanny/Assistant 2 Year Old Teacher With 10+ Years Experience. Available Anytime
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm 32 years old, a college graduate, and I work for the federal government. I have over 15 years of childcare experience. I ran my church infant nursery from 15-19 yrs old. From 18-22 I did mission work in underdeveloped countries with children ages 1-12. Additionally, I was a teacher at a preschool for 3 years. Since...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jessica C.
Columbia, SC
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jessica and I am 22 years old. I am currently a Doctor of Pharmacy student at the University of South Carolina. I have been babysitting for many years and have recommendations to provide if interested. I have 7 years of work experience as an ocean rescue lifeguard and am recently re-certified in pediatric and...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.3
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Belle, and I am a 22-year-old nanny with over six years of experience working with children. I have a background in neurobiology focused on early childhood development and am certified in first aid, CPR, and AED. I'm passionate about creating meaningful connections with kids and am actively seeking a full-time nanny...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Belle is amazing! She watched my 9 month old daughter on 4 separate occasions and it was a great experience. She has great communication, she is punctual, and she was very attentive."
Care member
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Emily and I have been babysitting for six years now. I have two nieces who I love very much and spend a lot of time with. I am flexible with hours and rates. I'm currently a junior at the University of South Carolina and will be in Greenville for the summer. I have my own transportation and willing to drive children...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Latin girl from Colombia. I am an elementary teacher with 14 years of experience. Lovely and passionate. I am going to try to teacher Spanish to the kids if their parents allow me because I love when kids learn about my culture.
I'd describe my personality as respectful, humble and patient
In my spare time, I like to...
Darling can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"So friendly and caring with our child. Easy communication and we were thrilled with the engagement and ease with which our baby connected with her!"
Nick D.
Emma H.
Columbia, SC
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've always had a deep passion for nurturing the growth and development of children. With over five years of experience as a childcare provider, I've had the privilege of supporting families and creating a reliable, nurturing environment for their little ones. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creative and...
Avery T.
Columbia, SC
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have experience working with children through family, I have babysat my little sister and her friends my whole life. I enjoy working with kids because it brings me joy. I am confident in providing routines, cooking, organizing activities, help with homework, bath time and bed time.
Erin M.
Columbia, SC
$12-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
An Interactive Babysitter That Loves To Encourage Outdoor And Indoor Activities
I have 8 years of experience with working in forms of childcare. I have worked summer camps for ages 5-12, nannied for a few families (all with two or more children), and familiar with being around kids from the newborn age to about 14. I have a car to be able to drive children to events, school, and extracurriculars. I also am...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
I work as caregiver for senior at home instead and it's my most favorite job, and I love kids that why I thought is will be good ideas to care for kids while doing my senior care at side. I graduated 4 months ago for medical assistance and I have CPR certification.
I do have kid's experience with my friends and family kids....
Hanan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
I have babysat for the past 6 years for multiple families. I still go to a lot of their school events, recitals, and other fun things with them. I have attended vacations with families, and am super involved with their lives. I love making an impact on the kids I babysit and giving them someone to look up to!
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ann C.
Columbia, SC
$17-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Ann and I'm currently a sophomore student. I have much experience babysitting all ages. I've taken many Early Childhood courses, coached all ages, and gained hands on elementary classroom experience. I can take good care of your children.
Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I am currently a middle school teacher so I work with children 6-8 grade regularly. I also previously worked in the nursery at my church caring for children during church services. I played with the children and also provided snack for them.
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! One of my favorite parts about working in child care is being able to make a child's everyday life a little magical and watch their personalities and imaginations blossom. This is why I love being a care taker.
A little bit about my experience: I used to babysit for a 6-year-old girl for about a year on and off. She was...
Amber can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Rose B.
Columbia, SC
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I am a sophomore mechanical engineering student at the University of South Carolina. I am very responsible, patient, and reliable. I am also willing to do other tasks if needed. With me, your children will be under great care!
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Makayla B.
Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a college student at the University of South Carolina! I have 2 years of experience being an after school helper for 2nd graders and have my own transportation!
Makayla can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
I am a huge advocator for being outside and playing games that make you think and require activity. I love being engaged with the kids the entire time I am with them. I am very patient and outgoing which makes me exceptional with kids of any age. My parents are both in the medical field so caregiving is a also a huge priority...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi my name is Sophie! I am a graduate of the University of South Carolina majoring in exercise science. I love kids and able to babysit/nanny but I'm also good for tutoring! I have experience babysitting mostly toddlers-12-year-olds. I am CPR certified as well!
Sofea can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I have 11 years of experience working with children, from infants to teens, elderly, and pets. I can help with light housekeeping, pet care, errands, meal preparation, driving to practice(s), etc. I am certified in CPR, CITI, Crisis Intervention, and Mental Health Certified as well! I am willing to help out for date nights,...
Amelia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Megan J.
Columbia, SC
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I love, love, love working with children! I have taken 60 hours of Early Childhood Education college classes. I have worked in church nurseries, an in home daycare, and babysitting. I enjoy laughing with children and playing with them as they learn. I have also been a director of an After-School program and the Assistant...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Columbia, SC
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Columbia, SC?
You can review 157 after school babysitter profiles near you in Columbia, SC to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Columbia, SC?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Columbia, SC is $14.76. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Columbia, SC?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Columbia, SC on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Columbia, SC to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Columbia, SC can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Columbia, SC?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Columbia, SC.
Ratings for Columbia, SC after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
After School Babysitters in Columbia, SC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 39 reviews of the 157 listed after school babysitters.