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33 live-in nannies are listed in Columbia, SC
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby live-in nannies is 7 years
Live-in nannies in Columbia, SC
5.0
(134)
Hired by 56 families in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with over two decades of experience, I am committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to positively impact children's lives.
My calm...
Lotoya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
3.0
"Lotoya is such a loving, caring, responsible, and trustworthy caregiver to my two boys. She’s very good at communication and she’s always on time when I need her. I would definitely recommend her services to anyone in need of child care."
Care member
De'sha M.
Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.3
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Desha. I am an experienced childcare provider looking for a full-time position for the summer and beyond. I am 34 years of age but began sitting at age 12, as I have younger siblings and cousins. As a teenager I worked at a local daycare center and soon after began working as a full-time live-in nanny. I have also...
De'sha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We love De'Sha! She is reliable, dependable and very sweet to the children. "
Childs T.
Looking for a nanny job for the summer, preferably live in, can work to fit your needs and do whatever is asked!
Elise can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Hailey and I am a 22-year-old from Raleigh, North Carolina. I am currently living in Madrid, Spain, teaching English in a primary school. I am headed back to the states in July and looking to start a full time nanny job in August!
I am a recent graduate from East Carolina where I majored in education and drama. I...
Faith R.
Columbia, SC
$12-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm 25 years old, have experience at Primrose Schools working with young toddlers, have been a law enforcement officer for almost 3 years (including School Resource Officer) so I am CPR and First Aid certified. I've been babysitting seriously since I was 16, beginning as a nanny for a single mother with two children...
Faith can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Babysitting was my first job ever as a middle schooler, and I have plenty of experience nannying since then. In the past three years, I have nannied for three different families, one of which was actually in France! They have ranged in age from 1 to 14, and I have loved the different experiences that have come with each family...
Abby can also help with: Travel, carpooling
I'm a childcare provider with five years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. I believe in supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option for them.
I'm...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Meryn. While I am currently living in Michigan, I am planning to move to Columbia in early August. I have been babysitting for more than 10 years and I have experience with kids from infancy to teenagers. I have driven kids to school, prepared meals, and taken care of bath time and bedtime. I also offer...
Meryn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Leia S.
Columbia, SC
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Leia and people describe me as loving, caring and honest. I am 20 years old, and I understand that this is weird, but I am extremely passionate about working with kids. I love being around kids and taking care of them. I'm looking for a nanny job, which will be more than a job, because by default, I will become an...
Leia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Catherine S.
Columbia, SC
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired Chef, I trained and educated in Culinary Arts at University of South Carolina. I worked as Chef at two of the sorority houses for years. I also was Chef at two local Assisted Living Facilities. I've lived in Columbia for over 40 years, I have 2 grown children & family in town as well. This next chapter in my life...
Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ashlyn P.
Columbia, SC
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a fun-loving, bubbly, and outgoing childcare provider with 4 years of experience. I love interacting with children and being a positive role model in their lives. My goal is to create lasting, positive memories for the children I care for, just like my own nannies and babysitters did for me.
I'm very comfortable enforcing...
Ashlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently moved back to the Lowcountry and am eager to help families on vacation meet their childcare needs. I have been babysitting for over 15 years as both a full-time nanny for 3 separate families and as a weekend or evening babysitter for well over 50 families. In more official capacities, I have served as a program...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Rylee C.
Columbia, SC
$14-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
A Responsible Sitter With Safety And Fun As My Top Priority!
I am a Junior at the University of South Carolina. I am from the Charlotte area, but during my school years, I live in Columbia. I have been babysitting/nannying for 5+ years and absolutely love it. I have gone through CPR training and certification as well as taken a caregiver course. I am able to travel to you and have very...
Rylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Gentarra W.
Columbia, SC
$15-18/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver with over a decade of experience, I've had the privilege of positively impacting children's lives and supporting families. My passion for childcare stems from my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my ability to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for children.
I'm a patient, calm, creative,...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"She is the best babysitter ever"
Regina W.
Hannah R.
Columbia, SC
$16/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Hannah, I am a 24-year-old graduate student living in Columbia, SC. I have a bachelors in Public Health and am in my third semester to get my masters in Nursing! I love working with kids and have babysat on and off since I was 14. I am available some weekdays/weekends/nights and I have a reliable car and am...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Victoria, a nanny living in Rosewood with my fiance. I have over 10 years of experience with childcare and love hanging out with kids.
I currently work full time with a great family (whom I found on care. com!) but am looking to add some weekend hours with a family that needs little ones to be kept busy during the...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Victoria is incredibly sweet and nurturing to my baby girl! She is responsible and reliable. I know my daughter is always safe and happy with her."
Laura M.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amy. I am 33 years old, currently living in Lexington, SC. I have over 15 years experience as a nanny and continue to do occasional babysitting. I love being around children and watching them learn and grow. I am a lot of fun and can provide references from my previous families.
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Amy is the best! She watched my three kids for over 10 years. Once the kids were grown she continued to watch the dogs whenever we were out of town. She comes to visit whenever she is in town and still spends time with the family! Amy did light house work,...
Nancy D.
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I am a 20-year-old college student who loves to crochet/knit and babysit/nanny in her spare time. I am available everyday at the moment, but January I will be returning to school and only be available weekends. I have a valid drivers license, but no car. I will be...
Khamani can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello my name is Savannah,
I am a Certified Surgical Technologist during the weekdays - certified in CPR and first aid! I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and a caring person! I am available during the...
Savannah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Viviana; I have over 14 years of experience working with newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and grade schools. I cared for 3 grade-schoolers for four years and was a mom helper. Before, I cared for two kids, 18 months and 6 years old, for a beautiful family in Valley Stream. I was a full-time live-in nanny....
Viviana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carolina displays patience commitment and the knowledge that is necessary when caring for infants and children. Carolinas skills are exceptional and she believes in the importance of proper care for children that are in her care. She believes in her work as a...
Terri N.
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Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Columbia, SC
Lotoya J.
3.0
Lotoya is such a loving, caring, responsible, and trustworthy caregiver to my two boys. She’s very good at communication and she’s always on time when I need her. I would definitely recommend her services to anyone in need of child care.
- Care member
De'sha M.
5.0
We love De'Sha! She is reliable, dependable and very sweet to the children.
- Childs T.
Gentarra W.
5.0
She is the best babysitter ever
- Regina W.
Victoria P.
5.0
Victoria has been caring for our son since December 2021 when he was 6 months old. I know that when my son is with Victoria, he is loved, well-cared for, and all his needs are attended to. I feel confident when he is with Victoria and know that he is receiving quality care-giving. Victoria has a...
- Brooke W.
Amy B.
5.0
As far as I can tell, Amy is very responsible and reliable. She has returned my messages very promptly, is very polite and well spoken. She has been unavailable for my fiance and my last minute date nights but I hope to use her soon!
- Maggie P.
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FAQs for finding a live-in nanny in Columbia, SC
How much does a live-in nanny cost in 2025 near me in Columbia, SC?
The cost of a live-in nanny varies greatly depending on factors like their years of experience and your location. The average rate for live-in nannies on Care.com near you in Columbia, SC is $16.19 per hour.
How do I find a nanny near me in Columbia, SC?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 16 in Columbia, SC. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare profiles by hourly pay rate and experience. You also have the ability to read reviews from other families.
What type of live-in nanny services near me are available in Columbia, SC?
All live-in nannies offer different services, like helping with homework or light housekeeping, so it’s important to ask them about what responsibilities they’re willing to take on when you interview them. The responsibilities you want them to commit to can greatly impact the cost of a live-in nanny. You can compare 16 live-in nanny profiles near you to get an idea of what responsibilities they feel comfortable tackling.
Ratings for Columbia, SC live-in nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Live-in Nannies in Columbia, SC are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 142 reviews of the 33 listed live-in nannies.