Find After School Babysitters in West Columbia, SC
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60 after school babysitters are listed in West Columbia, SC
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 4 years
After school babysitters in West Columbia, SC
Vicky S.
Lexington, SC
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced childcare professional with 5 years of dedicated service. Skilled in creating a nurturing and engaging environments for children, fostering their growth and development. Proficient in ensuring safety and building strong relationships with both children and parents.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Errands. I am 31 years old. I have tutored children for 12 years. I tutor English, Spanish, writing, social studies, geography, and science. I have a BA from the University of SC Aiken. I majored in Communications with an emphasis on Early Childhood...
Ellie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
Kristin B.
Lexington, SC
$12-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a passionate childcare provider with over a decade of experience caring for young minds. My journey into childcare began with babysitting roles that ignited my love for fostering children's growth and development. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I strive to create a safe, stimulating environment for children to learn...
Lavander B.
Lexington, SC
$12-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Lavander I have a passion for helping and caretaking for others. Over the past several years I have 5 years of experience and have been a home caregiver for 7 ongoing years. I have great experience with children including my love bug nieces and nephew that have kept me on my toes while babysitting throughout...
Lavander can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! My name is Emily and I'm a stay at home mom. I have 2 boys, a 15 and 10-year-old. I've always worked outside the home, but we just moved to this area and decided for me to stay home while everyone adjusts to the big change. Being a stay at home mom has been very rewarding and I love spending the time with my kids. Caring for...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as friendly, creative, and curious.
I like working with kids because I enjoy helping children. My goal is to work in DSS to help children/families even further.
I need a job that begins at 5 p.m. so that my husband can watch my daughter when he gets home.
I started working with kids when...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Madison has an amazing aptitude for childcare. I was amazed at her ability to connect with children on their level as to make them feel better understood, more confident as they navigate and explore new situations or information, less frustration as she ecourages...
Tony N.
Haley C.
Lexington, SC
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Educated, Creative, And Energetic Childcare Worker Of 8+ Years!
4.7
(14)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Over the past 8 years, I have been privileged to work with some extraordinary kiddos as a daycare/afterschool teacher and a nanny! I value building confidence, social-emotional skills, and fun memories with children under my care. While I am happy to create and/or follow routines, I am also thrilled to simply meet kids where...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Incredibly smart young lady. Great at her job. Reliable and responsible sitter."
Jessalynn R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kristi, I have had close to 35 years of experience caring for children, working in daycares, nannying/babysitting in people's homes as well as babysitting in my own home. I am extremely nurturing and always make a point to form a close bond with the children I care for. I am very creative, willing to do arts & crafts...
Kristi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kristi was the caregiver for our three children for many years when they were in elementary school. She was wonderful and became like an aunt to them. We continue to keep in touch with her often even to this day. We completely trusted her. Kristi is dependable,...
AnneMarir H.
5.0
(3)
I am a mother of four college age children with over 20 years of childcare experience. I have worked as a Preschool Teacher, Substitute Teacher for all grades and learning abilities, and a Special Education teacher's Assistant. I have experience babysitting and as a nanny, serving typical children as well as children and young...
Frances can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Fran was our nanny for our 2 boys for 2.5 years, and she became part of our family! She is absolutely wonderful with our boys and would go over and beyond to care for them and do fun activities. She is kind & compassionate, hard working, intelligent and the daily...
Devin B.
Gabrielle M.
Irmo, SC
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone!!
My nannying job is coming to an end earlier than expected. I am currently look for a full time, part time, or even just days you may need covered! I have been babysitting for the last 9 years and nannying for the last 3. 5 years. I have references per request
A little about me: I am a college student (doing...
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She was prompt,pleasant and a good fit for my daughter.I would definitely hire her again."
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a Air Force Veteran. I love children and since ending my military career, I have cared for many families ages ranging from newborn to 16 years old. I love being outdoors, taking trips to the library or just sitting home reading a few good books or doing arts and crafts. Whatever your child's needs are, I would like to help...
Shequeta can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Shequeta is amazing! Our 2yr old loves her. She works with our daughter on her ABC's and counting. She reads and teaches her songs for things like cleaning her hands. Which by the way, we now use her "Clean, Clean" song to get our daughter to wash her hands...
Shawnie M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
My name is Premwantie, I reside in Blythewood, SC and I am a reliable, mature individual that has experience with kids of all ages. I have babysat for children from the age range of preemie - 7 years old. Some of my duties includes preparing meals, giving baths, educational play with the kids, school drop off/pick up, laundry,...
Premwantie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My daughter loves Prema! Prema has been working for our family for over a year, and worked with my brother and his son before that.
She is warm and loving, trustworthy, dependable, creative, and wonderful with children. I wish I needed her full time, I would hire...
Carissa S.
4.8
(14)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Alicia, a 29 years old mom. I have a almost 3-year-old boy and part time 12 & 10-year-old. I have always loved children. My goal is to watch another toddler or two to help my husband with bills. I have lots of fun and can think of many games. I am also good at helping with school work. Lastly I am certified as a Basic...
Alicia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alicia kept my son, H during the summer at her house since I work from home mostly. He loved it from the initial meeting and she always had something for them to do each week. We had an extra family car seat for her to use and they would go to parks, the fire...
Care member
I have 10+ years of experience, including a Bachelor in Education degree from Liberty University. Looking for summer work and weekend babysitting until/after the 23-24 school year begins.
Margaret can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hello!
My name is Erika and I just moved to South Carolina from NY the beginning of November. Back in NY I was a Patient Care Technician. Now I am currently in food delivery and a Independent Market Partner. I also just updated this profile and became a pet sitter.
My experience goes back to when I started babysitting at 14...
Erika can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Tori B.
Blythewood, SC
$13-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi ! I'm currently a Senior in High school and Freshman in College ! I am offering Babysitting/Nanny Services with Flexible Hours.
I love being a Babysitter and I have been watching Newborns, Infants & Toddlers Since 14 years old . My responsibility and Hobby's outside of babysitting include School, Dance Practices, Going to...
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey There!! My name is Mikayla and I've had a lot of experience taking care of all age groups thanks to being the oldest of 5 kids! Never a dull moment in my house as you can imagine! I've also been a vacation Bible school teacher at multiple churches since 2014 and I actively volunteer at my church with children's ministry as...
Mikayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Aiyanna D.
Lexington, SC
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as social, bubbly and kind!
Growing up, as the 4th oldest and oldest girl of 10; I had many responsibilities as being one of the oldest in my family. I've always enjoyed helping my parents with my siblings from a young age. Kids are like the perfect people in my eyes. They are sponges ready to...
Aiyanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Taylor W.
Gaston, SC
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a single mother of a toddler and weekend nurse. Me and my little one enjoy many fun activities throughout the week, including playing outside, making crafts, cooking fun recipes, and reading awesome books! We would love to have your child join us in these things while you are away at work, getting your nails done, or...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Gabrielle and I love kids and animals. I'm graduating from UofSC this May and am so excited to spend the summer babysitting and/or dog sitting. I've babysat and done nursery for church on and off in high school. I have experience with dogs and puppies. I have a fun yet calm personality. I am a reliable and patient...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in West Columbia, SC
Madison G.
5.0
Madison has an amazing aptitude for childcare. I was amazed at her ability to connect with children on their level as to make them feel better understood, more confident as they navigate and explore new situations or information, less frustration as she ecourages kids to talk through feelings with...
- Tony N.
Haley C.
5.0
Her resume and references were wonderful, and she lives up to them! Clean, kind, proactive and creative. We also really value her attention to the pandemic protocols and safety measures. Knowing our kids are having a fun and safe time has been a great feeling. Will continue our partnership with...
- Sandra K.
Kristi C.
5.0
Kristi is wonderful with both children and the elderly. She is a genuinely loving and caring person loved by everyone. I've known her 45 years and would recommend her to anyone.
- Tonya B.
Frances S.
5.0
Fran was our nanny for our 2 boys for 2.5 years, and she became part of our family! She is absolutely wonderful with our boys and would go over and beyond to care for them and do fun activities. She is kind & compassionate, hard working, intelligent and the daily communication she provided was...
- Devin B.
Gabrielle M.
5.0
She was prompt,pleasant and a good fit for my daughter.I would definitely hire her again.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in West Columbia, SC
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in West Columbia, SC?
You can review 12 after school babysitter profiles near you in West 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 West Columbia, SC?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in West Columbia, SC is $15.08. 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 West 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 West Columbia, SC on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in West 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 West Columbia, SC can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in West 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 West Columbia, SC.