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41 after school child care are listed in Columbia, SC
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 5 years
After school child care in Columbia, SC
Claire D.
Columbia, SC
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Claire and i'm a University of South Carolina student. I have spent the past 3 summers babysitting for different families with kids of many ages. I love entertaining kids while also making sure they are kept safe. I took a lifeguarding class so I am CPR trained. I have also volunteered at the after school program...
Claire can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
I am comfortable with last minute, one time jobs. I have notifications turned on and check this site regularly. I have more than 45 years of experience beginning with after school babysitting jobs as a teenager. I have worked as a full time nanny as well as raised my own daughter.
Angela can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angela has been wonderful for our family. Patient and kind toward our one year old, flexible with our odd schedule and stays consistent with how we parent. She is a gem and I highly recommend her!"
Casi B.
Hannah B.
Columbia, SC
$11-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Hannah. My childcare experience consists of: after school caregiver at Rudolph Gordon Elementary School, High school cheerleading coach, previous Care. com work. I graduated from University of South Carolina in Psychology, and am currently a therapist for children and adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Kylee S.
Columbia, SC
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun, responsible, and organized.
I started working with kids when I was 16. I have done some babysitting in the past. Now I work at the youth program doing the child after school program, along with being a swimming instructor for kids. I am also a lifeguard so I am CPR and first aid...
Kylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kylee is a passionate, reliable, caring, respectful and responsible caregiver. She has empathy and she has a positive & encouraging attitude, she also respects your choices and has SO MUCH PATIENCE!! Kylee really cares & is flexible and accommodating. I would...
Care member
Hello, I'm Madison. I'm a junior at the University of South Carolina, my major is Public Health! I have experience with all ages of children and I love spending time with kids. I can work with all kinds of schedules and needs!
My availability reflects my schedule for my 2025 spring semester. Times may be flexible depending on...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! My name is Hannah! I am 1 of 5 children so I am used to a busy household. I have been babysitting for over six years and I love spending time with children, getting to know them and just being a fun person to help around the house. I have extensive experience with toddlers and infants, the youngest I have babysat is 2...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
8th grade math teacher in Lexington. Looking for a family to help out over the summer/after school hours. I am willing to help with homework, travel, etc.
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & 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
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
UPDATED SCHEDULE:
I'm booked for recurring jobs, please DM for holiday babysitting needs, Thanksgiving and Winter Break.
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I'm a sophomore at CIU studying elementary education, and I also work with 2nd-3rd graders at a local after school program. I love being outside, facilitating arts and crafts activities, and making...
Kendal can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Lauren S.
Columbia, SC
$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am Lauren a recent graduate from Elon University. I have served as a tutor for elementary students in Burlington for 2 years. I have additional experience working with children from babysitting and after-school programs. I enjoy working with children of all ages and abilities and will be attending graduate school this fall to...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Deborah N.
Columbia, SC
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 20 years of experience in working with children at a professional level and now that I have retired and I'm an empty nester I sure miss the children. I have a degree in Criminal Justice. I'm looking to babysitting unconventional hours, after hours, at the drop of a dime. etc. I will do pick ups and drop offs at...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Isabella L.
Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Isabella and I am a junior at USC looking for some hours babysitting after my classes/on the weekends. I have multiple nieces and nephews that I have experience watching, as well as babysitting experience from throughout highschool up until now. Ideally I can find a family who needs a sitter on a schedule for...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Madelyn H.
Columbia, SC
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love children and have raised three of my own. I now have a 5-year-old granddaughter and do church work part time and am looking to supplement my income with helping someone who needs after school care and or tutoring. I have a Masters degree in Elementary Education and have worked in banking and public relations. I have...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Jada a Public Health at the University of South Carolina with a minor in Medical Humanities and Culture. My primary goal is to pursue a Master's Entry Nursing Graduate program then to become a Nurse Midwife in the future. I have tailored my academics and professional engagements into maternal and child health and am...
Jada can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ava R.
Columbia, SC
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello my name is Ava and I am in my second year of college at USC! I am an Economics major with a minor in education. I have worked in child care since I was a junior in high school; I have worked at the YMCA, a local summer camp, as a substitute teacher, and an after school teacher. I love doing fun activities like...
Ava can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Madison F.
Columbia, SC
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Madison and I am a rising junior at the University of South Carolina. I am currently pursuing an undergraduate degree with the hopes of earning my doctorate in pediatric physical therapy. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and have experience nannying for around 5 young children everyday during the summer work...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been teaching the past 4 years. I have my bachelors in Psychology and Masters in Early a Childhood education. I also worked for DSS as an adoption care specialist. I love working with children and have always had a passion to work with them either in my career or volunteering. I am looking for any part time babysitting...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Hey there! My name is Nautica, and I'm an enthusiastic and friendly elementary school teacher in Columbia, SC. I have several years of experience caring for young children, and I would be delighted to help you take care of your little ones after school. With me, you can rest assured that your children will receive excellent...
Nautica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Reagan R.
Columbia, SC
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I am originally from right outside Washington D. C in Maryland. I am starting my second year at The University of South Carolina. I have a couple classes Monday- Thursday but can do most afternoons and can help with pickup and drop offs from school and etc. I also am free and do not have classes on Fridays. I was an after...
Reagan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for after school child care in Columbia, SC
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Columbia, SC?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Columbia, SC through Care.com will cost an average of $15.82 per hour as of February 2025. This rate may vary depending on the provider's experience, the duties you need your after-school caregiver to perform and how many kids you need them to take care of.
How can I find after-school child care near me in Columbia, SC?
Care.com currently has 28 after school child care providers in Columbia, SC. You can search for these caregivers by their distance from where you live and compare your options by hourly pay rate, years of experience and the specific services they can provide for after school care. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have previously worked with these providers.
What types of after-school providers can I find near me in Columbia, SC?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Columbia, SC to help your kids with a variety of needs. After-school providers can pick your children up from school, take them to extracurricular activities around Columbia, SC, help them with homework, and watch them in your house for a couple of hours before you get home from work. Just make sure your needs match up with the skills of the after-school providers you reach out to.
Ratings for Columbia, SC after school child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
After School Child Care in Columbia, SC are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 41 listed after school child care.