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178 nannies are listed in Columbia, SC
The average rate is $15/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for nannies is 5 years
Nannies in Columbia, SC
5.0
(13)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kristine and I have been elementary school teacher for 5 years. I recently moved to the Columbia area from Virginia and am interested in babysitting, nannying, or tutoring during the evenings or weekends. Whether or not you have a one time child care need or are looking for a regular tutor, I'd love to learn...
Kristine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We’ve used Kristine to babysit our 2 young children about 6-7 times (date nights, during the day, etc). She is mature, reliable, timely, a good communicator, and responsible. We highly recommend her for other families. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working with a nanny and as a preschool teacher. I'm also studying to get my associate's in paralegal studies while working full-time . Looking forward to connecting with you!
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mags is such an amazing caregiver! She was willing to jump in head first with everything a 6 month old needs. I cannot recommend her enough, she is still one of Little E's favorite people!"
Millie W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My names Mckinley, I am a sophmore at UofSC and studying nursing! I grew up in charlotte, NC and have been around kids my whole life. I have been babysitting since I was in 8th grade as well as teaching swim lessons and coaching! For the past 2 years I have consistently nannied for 2 different families part time and have...
Mckinley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"McKinley helped with our 3yr old and 1yr old for almost 10mos. Occasionally our 6yr old was with her too. Our boys love her! She is very reliable, always energetic and creative in coming up with ways to keep them engaged and busy, even at their different ages. We...
Care member
5.0
(1)
**I am in millburn NJ, not SC** I'm a college graduate with extensive experience nannying, babysitting, and being a camp counselor with children of all ages. I also have 4 younger siblings with ages ranging from 3-14, so I'm comfortable with all ages! I am between jobs and would love to find childcare work.
Hazel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hazel is a very responsible young lady! she was one of the best counselors that we had that summer. she is reliable and always has a smile on her face! i wish she could come back to work for us!"
Craig R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a B. S. Family Child Studies with a Concentration in Child Development, I have babysat many children ranging from newborn to 10 years old. I am patient, fun and love to play with children and care for them. I am always sure to watch them and make sure they are being safe and I will always do as the parents ask.
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Katie worked for us for almost 3 years beginning with the birth of our son. We added another baby 19 months later and she continued with us and was able to care for two small children. We always felt comfortable knowing our kids were safe and well cared for with...
Frances A.
4.6
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
School Psychology PhD student at University of South Carolina!
Own car, 12 years babysitting, 2 years
tutoring, 5 years assistant religious teacher, 2 yrs Event Coordinator, 2 years camp counselor. Certified in: CPR/AED certified, First Aid certified. Experience working with children with learning disabilities, ADHD, and...
Alena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I would highly recommend Alena in childcare - I cannot say enough good things about her! Alena helped our family with virtual school and babysitting from January through May 2021. She helped our two kids with their day of classes on zoom, assignments outside of...
Allison C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working in child care for 11 years now. I enjoy working with children, because I have a passion for children and I enjoy watching them develop and grow. I also have my Early Childhood Development Certificate. I became a caregiver, because I love children and I love helping them grow and learn. I love how much love...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary J is currently keeping our 5 yo boy and 7 yo girl through the 2020-2021 school year. Our children love her. I have also appreciated how she maintains a firm hand with them when needed. She has been able to help my daughter with 2nd grade e-learning school...
Tommy J.
5.0
(1)
Rachel Walls - Columbia, SC
I am an outgoing young woman searching for a full time job watching, and caring for kids. I absolutely love children, and have experience watching kids ranging in ages from six months and beyond. I have volunteered with babies in my church and have babysat for several different families so that the...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel is beautiful young lady inside and out, she is loving, organized, honest, dependable, smart, creative, energetic, a great cook, a good house keeper, a good teacher, a good driver, giving, sweet and kind, she helps her Grandparents, helps her friends with...
Judy G.
5.0
(1)
Hi
I am 25 years old, I am CPR and Pediatric First aid certified, fully vaccinated and I have my own transportation.
I'm pet friendly (when I'm babysitting and if the family has pets I use to "babysit " them too haha, I love dogs and cats)
I'm comfortable with allergies, and if the kiddos are using tube for feeding I'm ok...
Karoliny can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a loving, caring and affectionate person that have cared and help develop children from 3 months old. My many years of care helped me to realize that today's children needed more than just watching them and safety. I saw there was more need in helping children realize their full potential, so I decided to take up training in...
Doris can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"She kept my daughter once. Prior to her sitting for us, she came to our home to familiarize herself with our home & our daughter's needs. She was punctual & took great care of her. She's an effective communicator."
Detra S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
** I am unfortunately/fortunately leaving for the Air Force and am no longer seeking employment. Best of luck in finding the perfect caregiver for your family!**
My name is Tess and I have been caring for children since, well, since I was one myself. With 3 brothers and 19 cousins on one side alone, I can't remember a time when...
Tess can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We didn't have a chance to work with Tess but my interactions with her leads me to believe she would be great and dependable. She is very polite and punctual."
Florencia E.
Esther S.
Columbia, SC
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(20)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Elementary bilingual paraprofessional the 20-21 school year.
21-2022, 2 girls, 1 baby boy. I spent more time with the baby, who quickly learned basic sign language, followed Spanish instructions, and said few Spanish words.
Currently nannying full-time. Looking for EVENING HOURS or OVERNIGHT 1-2 days a week.
Training: CPR,...
Esther can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"After speaking with Esther over a long period about a nanny position (and it ultimately not working out due to timing on both ends), we started using Esther as our regular babysitter for our one and four year olds, and she has been great! Super professional, great...
Allison G.
Madelyn E.
Columbia, SC
$15-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I graduated with a bachelors degree in human development with a focus on early childhood development in 2020. I was on staff as the middle school ministries director at my local church, have many volunteer hours in various children programs and camps, and have spent time caring for babies and toddlers in nurseries. I was on...
Madelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madelyn provided M/W/F care during the month of January for my three-month old son. It was in my home while I worked from home, and her daughter came along as well. Madelyn and her daughter are both very sweet, and it's clear they have a special bond. Madelyn is...
Sam Q.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Madyson, a 22-year-old dog mom and a certified fun nanny that has a passion for teaching and bonding with children of all ages! I have over 5 years of experience in childcare starting in high school, working as a daycare teacher. I had the pleasure of nannying for 2 amazing families while being stationed in Fort...
Madyson can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was the best babysitter anyone could ask for."
Nadia W.
5.0
(2)
I am comfortable with last minute, one time jobs. I have notifications turned on and check this site regularly. I have more than 45 years of experience beginning with after school babysitting jobs as a teenager. I have worked as a full time nanny as well as raised my own daughter.
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angela has been wonderful for our family. Patient and kind toward our one year old, flexible with our odd schedule and stays consistent with how we parent. She is a gem and I highly recommend her!"
Casi B.
5.0
(1)
I am one of 8 kids and have been around children my whole life. I started babysitting for other families when I was in 8th grade. I had consistent weekend jobs and nannied for a family with three kids (twin boys, and another boy) for five years. Since then I have continued to nanny and babysit and have built some wonderful...
Audrey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids and am willing to help out around the house-laundry, dishes, cleaning, etc. I have eight years of experience and a lot of references! I'll be a junior
this year, and I am looking for a family to nanny for a few days a week! I will be back in Columbia starting in the middle of August. I would be happy to meet or talk...
Mya can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Mya is super dependable and always on time and even sends check-in reminders before she comes, which I very much appreciate because we 5 kids who are 6 years apart so it can be hectic! My kids love her and she's very sweet and friendly with them. She texts me while...
Rebecca Z.
Morgan O.
Columbia, SC
$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am currently a full time nanny during the week. I am looking to pick up extra babysitting/pet sitting jobs as needed on the weekends! (Pet sitting can be during the week) I have 8 years of experience watching over 20 different kids! I have experience with babies as young as 1-month-old and children of all ages! I am CPR and...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is extremely great with kids and pets! Very trustworthy :)"
Riley G.
5.0
(1)
Heyyy there!, I am a preschool teacher looking for part time babysitting/nanny jobs. I have been working with children of all ages for 11+ years and Previously owned a in home childcare. I love and enjoy being in the presence of children. I am caring, outgoing, fun, energetic and have a all around happy spirit that kids...
Leona can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Leona is a very kind and caring woman. She's so great with toddlers and she truly teaches the toddlers educational skills and valuable life skills. I would recommend her to any family seeking a good teacher for their toddler."
Whitney G.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is a very trustworthy, reliable, and dependable person! Very patient and kind with your children. Would recommend her services!
"
Bethany J.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Columbia, SC
Kristine A.
5.0
Kristine is amazing with our toddler and infant! She engage both with educational play activities and encourages my toddler to use her imagination, be confident to try new things and be helpful to others. Kristine is prompt, friendly, and a natural caregiver and educator.
- Care member
Margaret M.
5.0
Mags is such an amazing caregiver! She was willing to jump in head first with everything a 6 month old needs. I cannot recommend her enough, she is still one of Little E's favorite people!
- Millie W.
Mckinley S.
5.0
McKinley helped with our 3yr old and 1yr old for almost 10mos. Occasionally our 6yr old was with her too. Our boys love her! She is very reliable, always energetic and creative in coming up with ways to keep them engaged and busy, even at their different ages. We were lucky to have her!
- Care member
Hazel M.
5.0
Hazel is a very responsible young lady! she was one of the best counselors that we had that summer. she is reliable and always has a smile on her face! i wish she could come back to work for us!
- Craig R.
Katie A.
5.0
Katie provided such loving care to my infant daughter while I was temporarily at Fort Sam for training. She is such a kind, dependable and responsible person; I'd gladly trust her to watch either of my babies again.
- Natalia K.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Columbia, SC
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Columbia, SC?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Columbia, SC is as of is $15.47 per hour as of November, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can 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 178 in Columbia, SC. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Columbia, SC?
You can find different nanny services in Columbia through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Columbia, SC with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Columbia, SC nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Nannies in Columbia, SC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 95 reviews of the 178 listed nannies.