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11 in home child care are listed in West Columbia, SC
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 6 years
What others are saying about in home child care in West Columbia, SC
Gwen goes above and beyond for our family, cares for our kids as if they were her own, and goes the extra mile to clean up and even organize…
Review for Gwendolyn H. by Care member
Very rarely will you meet someone who knows how to communicate with children and care for them the way that Carey does! She is great with…
Review for Carey O. by Kirstin O.
Melinda has an amazing way with children. She treats every child as if it were her own. Very loving, attentive, reliable, and trustworthy.…
Review for Melinda D. by Lashea D.
In home child care in West Columbia, SC
5.0
(1)
My name is Gwen and I have always loved helping children. Once having a dream to be a preschool teacher but now looking to helping parents with their little ones at home.
Do you need a date night, run errands, pick up extra shifts at work, or just need some time to yourself? I'm here to help!
Currently enrolled to be CPR/AED...
Gwendolyn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Gwen goes above and beyond for our family, cares for our kids as if they were her own, and goes the extra mile to clean up and even organize items, switch laundry, sweep, etc. She is wonderful as we are grateful to have found her. Highly recommend!"
Care member
Carey O.
West Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Columbia Nanny Seeking Full-Time Position
5.0
(1)
Being a nanny has been a really rewarding experience for me. I've had the opportunity to work with children of a variety of ages and help them learn, grow, and develop. I've always loved kids and have been babysitting for family friends and people from my church since I was 12 years old. After high school, I worked in an office...
Carey can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very rarely will you meet someone who knows how to communicate with children and care for them the way that Carey does! She is great with infants and young children and I've gotten to see how her experience has taught her many tricks!
I've learned so much...
Kirstin O.
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
Caroline H.
West Columbia, SC
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Caroline, a responsible and nurturing babysitter based in West Columbia. As the older sister to two younger siblings, I've spent years helping care for kids, and I have experience supervising children of all ages.
I'm patient, dependable, and always bring a calm, positive energy into the home. Whether it's playtime,...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
I would describe my personality as caring, loving, compassionate, dependable, trustworthy.
Certification - Certified Nurse Assistant/ Home Health & Hospice Care, Midlands Technical College 1994-95
CPR and First Aid - Current
Phlebotomy Midlands Technical College 2007
12 years Neonatal Intensive Care at Prisma Health Richland...
Linda can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
Fully licensed social worker here! New DC transplant that spent the last nine years in South Carolina. Currently work for a nonprofit serving people with disabilities. FT job is flexible so I'm looking for something evenings/maybe weekends.
Most of my professional experience is in the nonprofit program management space,...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance
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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Marie C.
West Columbia, SC
$15-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi everyone! My name is Marie and I am 22 years old. I recently worked for a daycare/preschool and I was there for about a year and a half. I left due to some scheduling conflict as well as wanting to work with individual families. I have reliable transportation and I am willing to work any hours you need me. I can go to your...
Marie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7 children of my own, ages 20-32, who I've loved, home-schooled and poured my heart and soul into as a full-time mom since 1993. I've experienced quite a lot while rearing my own family and I'd love to offer a helping hand with yours! I am a non-smoker and a Christian. While I love pets of all kinds, unfortunately I am...
Teresa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Tanner G.
West Columbia, SC
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm looking for a job that I can bring my son along with me! He is 14 months and loves spending time with other children. I am a stay at home mom and have very open availability.
I started working with kids when I was 15. I worked at Riverbanks Zoo and was constantly running different camps and education programs! I've worked...
Tanner can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in West Columbia, SC
How do I find in-home child care near me in West Columbia, SC?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in West Columbia, SC. There are 11 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.
How much does in-home child care near me cost in West Columbia, SC?
What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of May, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $15.64 for in-home child care providers near you in West Columbia, SC.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in West Columbia, SC?
You can compare 11 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.
Ratings for West Columbia, SC in home child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
In Home Child Care in West Columbia, SC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 11 listed in home child care.