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Find live-in nannies in Columbia, SC that you’ll love

27 live-in nannies are listed in Columbia, SC

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby live-in nannies is 7 years

Live-in nannies in Columbia, SC

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Lotoya J.


Columbia, SC

$15-18/hr20 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(134)

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Hired by 57 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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ms.LoToya is wonderful with all age children , she’s very passionate at what she does. She goes above and beyond not just for the children but for the parents. She’s a very honest and trustworthy person you can definitely count on Ms. Toya "

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De'sha M.


Columbia, SC

$10-15/hr9 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: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We love De'Sha! She is reliable, dependable and very sweet to the children. "

Childs T.

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Elise C.


Columbia, SC

$20-28/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitting!

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, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Morgan H.


Columbia, SC

$12-17/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Nanny/babysitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of experience as a babysitter and I was a live-in nanny for a year before college. I am currently in nursing school at the University of South Carolina and looking for a way to bring in a little extra money to help pay for my summer classes. I am studying to hopefully go into a pediatrics specialty within nursing,...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Morgan is amazing with our children and has really become a part of our family! She has connected with both of my kids so well, and we absolutely love her. She is kind, flexible, eager to help, organized, and always smiling. Any family would be lucky to have her...

Laura N.

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Faith R.


Columbia, SC

$12-15/hr3 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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Nicole M.


Columbia, SC

$14-50/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny

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...
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Meryn C.


Columbia, SC

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Joyful Nanny!

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Leia S.


Columbia, SC

$13-18/hr5 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, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
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Ashlyn P.


Columbia, SC

$18-20/hr3 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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rylee C.


Columbia, SC

$14-20/hr5 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Emily B.


Columbia, SC

$22-32/hr10 yrs exp

HHI Local With 15 Years Experience Watching Children

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
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Gentarra W.


Columbia, SC

$15-18/hr9 yrs exp

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:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Gentarra worked as a part-time, afternoon nanny for my 8 month old son from mid-August - mid-September 2022. During this time she proved herself to be reliable, respectful and responsible. Gentarra cared for my son during the afternoons Monday through Friday by...

Jenabeth M.

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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Amy B.


West Columbia, SC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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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Savannah P.


West Columbia, SC

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Savannah - Care Giver

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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Viviana N.


Irmo, SC

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Sitter And Tutor!

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 three grade-schoolers and was a mom's helper for four years. 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...
Viviana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Viviana was punctual, responsible, and reliable. She was caring towards my child. She even washed dishes without ever being asked! I would absolutely recommend her to any family."

Monica O.

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Tenley H.


Irmo, SC

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Toddler Teacher Looking For Weekend/overnight Care Jobs!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey, my name is Tenley. I live in Irmo, SC and went to St. Andrews's University in NC. I majored in education for 2 years but due to a softball injury, returned home to work. I have been in professional childcare for 2 years and i'm currently working at Little Harvard Academy. I am looking to get back into nannying and am hoping...
Tenley can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tenley was phenomenal! She engaged my children and they had a lot of fun. She was punctual and very friendly and professional. We were grateful for her availability on short notice and look forward to hiring her again!"

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Caroline E.


Lexington, SC

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Caroline. I am 21 years old and I have been working with kids for about a little over 4 years. I first started working as a nanny from September 2020 to July 2020. Then I started working at a preschool in the morning then an after school program in the afternoon. After that I worked summer camp for the same place as...
5.0
"You can tell that Caroline really cares for my daughter when she is watching her. She gets down to her level and interacts with her. She is great at communication and is always on time! "

Samantha H.

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Gabrielle M.


Irmo, SC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello!! My nannying job is coming to an end earlier than expected due to the little one getting into daycare. I have been babysitting for the last 9 years and nannying for the last 3. 5 years. I have experience with littles ages 3 weeks up to 12 yrs old. A little about me: I am a college student (doing online classes) living...
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was prompt,pleasant and a good fit for my daughter.I would definitely hire her again."

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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.

Morgan H.

5.0

Morgan is amazing with our children and has really become a part of our family! She has connected with both of my kids so well, and we absolutely love her. She is kind, flexible, eager to help, organized, and always smiling. Any family would be lucky to have her help!

- Laura N.

Gentarra W.

5.0

She is the best babysitter ever

- Regina 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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Average Rating4.5 / 5

Live-in Nannies in Columbia, SC are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 141 reviews of the 27 listed live-in nannies.