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28 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 6 years
Live-in nannies in Columbia, SC
5.0
(138)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Lotoya is truly amazing! She’s dependable, reliable, and trustworthy. My little one loves her! "
Care member
De'sha M.
Columbia, SC
$18/hr • 10 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. 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 held other live out positions. I am comfortable with multiples, large families as well as...
De'sha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is a very trustworthy, reliable, and dependable person! Very patient and kind with your children. Would recommend her services!
"
Bethany J.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, 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.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Leia S.
Columbia, SC
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Leia. I'm 20 years old (soon to turn 21 in July). t 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 integral part of their lives making memories that will last a...
Leia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
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...
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
I have several years of experience as a Nanny working with newborns to school age children. I volunteered as an Assistant Soccer Coach for 6 years. I am happy to assist with Light Housekeeping, laundry, meal prep etc. I am CPR certified and worked as a nurse for 12 rewarding years while living on Long Island. I would love the...
Ann can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
CPR
Early Education
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.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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.
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, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
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 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 is amazing with my two boys 4years and 16 months. After moving here from Canada and not knowing anyone in the area it was nerve wracking to hire someone from a website, but Viviana has won us over with her caring and loving personality. We will continue...
Jana R.
3.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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!"
Care member
Caroline E.
Lexington, SC
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
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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Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Columbia, SC
Lotoya J.
5.0
Lotoya is truly amazing! She’s dependable, reliable, and trustworthy. My little one loves her!
- 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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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 $15.93 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 15 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 15 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 145 reviews of the 28 listed live-in nannies.