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Find babysitters in West Columbia, SC that you’ll love
60 babysitters are listed in West Columbia, SC
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in West Columbia, SC
5.0
(13)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I've been a Mom for 40 years, and have raised 4 awesome sons! I also have an adorable 7-year-old granddaughter and a 4-year-old grandson! I've taught Preschool, Mothers Morning Out, been a Substitute Teacher in the public schools K-5th grade in 3 states, and assisted in a Montessori program. I have an Associates Degree in...
Wendy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I care for two of my grandchildren everyday. I had surgery and Wendy cared for them in my home during my recovery. The children loved her. She was very dependable and helped in so many ways. Would hire her again."
Care member
Melinda D.
West Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have been a mom for 35 years and grandma for 3 years. I was previously a certified in home daycare provider for the Federal Government when living on Ft. Detrick, MD. I have also cared for children in my home at different times during the years. My brother has two sets of twins and I was fortunate enough to help care for them...
Melinda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Melinda has an amazing way with children. She treats every child as if it were her own. Very loving, attentive, reliable, and trustworthy. Melinda would be a great asset to any family with child care needs."
Lashea D.
Leigh N.
West Columbia, SC
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Leigh and currently a graduate student at the University of South Carolina majoring in public health. I am Red Cross certified in CPR, first aid and water safety. I am completely vaccinated for COVID-19 and have my own transportation. I am available for occasional jobs as I am a student and my availability depends on my...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leigh has been a great sitter for us this past year. Super responsive and reliable, and my daughters really enjoy her."
Julia I.
Jill Y.
West Columbia, SC
$16-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I have been caregiving for 12+ years and I also have a 5-year-old daughter of my own (and a baby boy on the way)! I love animals (we have 4 dogs).
I have cared for many families' children since my early teens. I have experience with infants, toddlers, school-aged, and special needs teens/adults. I am a type 1 diabetic and I am...
Jill can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Jill was awesome to us. Very reliable and dependable. We are a Navy family with a 10, 7 & 5 year old kids and Jill helped them with homework, bus stops runs, pet care, and light meal prep. We moved away is the only reason we are not using Jill. The kids called her...
Paulin T.
I am the mother of 4 grown children, I am from Southern Calif, but I moved to the West Columbia area to be closer to my daughter and her family almost 3years ago. I have 8 grandchildren, the oldest who is 21, and then 7 more, who are all 11 and under . I have always been involved with children, since I was a teenager. I used to...
Dee Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
Hello! My name is Brianna and I am 25 years old. I do not know a lot of people. I currently work as an online nutrition coach, and as the holidays approach my work definitely slows down. Because of this, I am looking to make some extra income for this holiday season! I have four years of experience working as a child care aide...
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Alexis M.
West Columbia, SC
$16/hr • 5 yrs exp
Babysitter Or New Best Friend? Who Can Really Tell The Difference
Hello! I am excited to come sit for your kids and possibly your fur babies if you have them as well! I've helped with babysitting for a good bit and I've watched some of the little infants I've cared for grow into elementary school students now! I worked with a variety of ages but I haven't cared for any teens just yet....
1 to 2 new born to 5 year I have work with kids for over 12 years with the the family for 10 years I love to work with kids and I treated them like my family
Rosangela can also help with: Carpooling
Kaitlin J.
West Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience working in childcare in a professional daycare setting as well as contracted babysitting gigs. I worked professionally for about a year and a half, but have been babysitting and helping take care of kids off and on for the last decade.
Madyson G.
West Columbia, SC
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I am 24 and in grad school at USC! I work with children with autism in behavior therapy and serve in kids ministry at my church! I love babysitting in my free time, particularly evenings or weekends! I have babysat for multiple families with kids of varying ages, from newborns to older children! I also love animals and dog...
Madyson can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi families! I have experience with babysitting and also 3 year's experience working at my church's summer camp full time. I currently work full time as an Esthetician and looking to pick up weekend shifts and some evening shifts. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact me. Thank you!
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an RN who mostly works overnight. I've began babysitting "night nursing" newborns on my nights off for parents who need some serious sleep! I am currently working as a labor and delivery nurse, however I was an adult med/surg nurse before this, and a pediatric nurse before that. I love animals, especially dogs (I dog-sit...
Justine can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Skylar J.
West Columbia, SC
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
My previous babysitting experiences have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm eager to continue supporting families by providing reliable childcare. I have 3 older siblings all with kids that I'm extremely close with from 1 years old to 8 years old.
Parents can expect open and honest communication from me. I'm very comfortable...
Skylar can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Hannah S.
West Columbia, SC
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello Parents! My name is Hannah I am CPR & AED certified. I have 2 years of experience working in pediatrics. & 4+ years of experience in babysitting of children of many ages. I love animals & will always be willing to tidy up and help around the house where i'm needed.
Destiny B.
West Columbia, SC
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Ever since I was a little girl my dream has been to a pediatrician with my own practice. I love taking care of kids of any age. I will assist in feeding, light housekeeping, entertainment and teaching. I have multiple years of experience in babysitting for family members and friends. I would appreciate any opportunity that you...
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Amy S.
West Columbia, SC
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
My name is Amy and I am 38 years old. I am currently looking for a part-time babysitting/petsitting/eldersitting gig to help bring in some extra money. I do have a daughter of my own who is 2 years old and she is my whole world. Her name is K !
My occupation is PSE at the United States Postal Service. I am CPR certified, a...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Marica. I am 26 years of age. I have over a year of experience working with elderly patients. I am very easy going and kind hearted. I have two kids of my own. A 2-year-old girl and a 7-year-old boy. I am very familiar with working with parents that has dementia as I have been working with a company for home...
Marica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
I have over 10 years of experience cleaning homes and businesses. I offer a wide variety of home services such as
Light cleanings
Deep cleans
Move in/move out
Organization
Meal prepping
Laundry
Free estimates with services starting at $75!
Pet services:
General care
Pet sitting
Walks
Please message me for pricing on Pet...
Kristin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Rachel C.
West Columbia, SC
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I used to care for my two little cousins, a boy and a girl. I would take them to/from school and fix them dinner or any snacks they wanted. I always made sure they made a happy plate or close to it. I also honored their parents' preferences and any hobbies they were involved in. They were so precious to me and it was such a...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 30 years old and I love being around children! I have been watching children for 10 years now. I am CPR and First-Aid certified. I am currently in school for my Master's Degree. I have my own transportation and a non-smoker.
If you are needing your house cleaned, I am your girl as well! 6 years of experience in...
Meagan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Columbia, SC
Wendy D.
5.0
I care for two of my grandchildren everyday. I had surgery and Wendy cared for them in my home during my recovery. The children loved her. She was very dependable and helped in so many ways. Would hire her again.
- Care member
Melinda D.
5.0
Melinda has an amazing way with children. She treats every child as if it were her own. Very loving, attentive, reliable, and trustworthy. Melinda would be a great asset to any family with child care needs.
- Lashea D.
Leigh N.
5.0
Leigh has been a great sitter for us this past year. Super responsive and reliable, and my daughters really enjoy her.
- Julia I.
Jill Y.
5.0
Great with my kids, I came home to a CLEAN house and happy healthy kids! What more could I ask for????
- Maggie P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in West Columbia, SC:
How can I find a West Columbia babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in West Columbia, SC can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 25 babysitters in West Columbia, SC on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in West Columbia, SC?
The average rate for West Columbia, SC babysitters on Care.com is $16.40 per hour as of March 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in West Columbia, SC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in West Columbia, SC through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for West Columbia, SC babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in West Columbia, SC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.