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596 babysitters are listed in Columbia, SC
The average rate is $14/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Columbia, SC
Tess L.
Columbia, SC
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I am a junior nursing student at the University of South Carolina. I love to watch kids, and hope to work in pediatrics professionally one day! I was born & raised in Charleston, SC, and love to spend time outdoors as well as staying inside and relaxing. As for experience, I have been babysitting in & off for around 4 years,...
Emily N.
Columbia, SC
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a 2022 college graduate from Columbia International University. During my senior year and the year after that, I worked at a small school called Jubilee Academy. At the school I worked with kids from ages 6 months to 9 years old. I would help monitor, feed, and play with the young kids, and I would help the older kids...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Anne G.
Columbia, SC
$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Anne can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Bryanna L.
Columbia, SC
$8-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Name Is Bryanna And I Love Cleaning And Putting Smiles On My Customers Faces
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathroom Cleaning and General Room Cleaning and more I also do full house cleaning and babysitting
Bryanna can also help with: Organization, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, window washing, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
I absolutely adore kids and enjoy spending time with them. I have over 8 years of experience babysitting children. I am first aid and CPR certified and currently studying to be a pediatric nurse. I love doing crafts, playing games, going outside, etc with kids!
Camryn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 6 years of experience with children in nannying, babysitting, swim lessons and day camp. I worked for the YMCA for many years, and after working in the corporate world, realize kids are way cooler than chasing Excel spreadsheets and reconciling books.
I am professional, courteous, on-time and reliable. I can help with...
Dana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Nora M.
Columbia, SC
$10-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi I'm Nora! I'm a 21-year-old college student that adores spending time with children! With more than 8 years of experience babysitting, I know just how to keep your kiddos entertained! I love cooking meals, playing games, cleaning, and helping with schoolwork. I have a car and am available for transportation too! Anything you...
Nora can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Lily N.
Columbia, SC
$11-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
College student looking to help out with after school pick up and child care. I have babysitting experience and 3 younger siblings. I have my own transportation
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Stephanie L.
Columbia, SC
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am a nursing student with 2 years of experience working in a pediatric medical setting. I have almost 10 years of babysitting experience and am very comfortable working with and caring for multiple children, as well as assisting with routines and household tasks.
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Kaitlyn W.
Columbia, SC
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I like working with kids because I have always enjoyed being around their energy. In the summer I am a lifeguard and run volleyball camps that are K-6! They bring me so much joy and that is why I started babysitting also!
I'm looking for a job that I love and that works around my academics!
I started working with kids when I...
I have worked with children of all ages sitting for them, helping with homework, and driving to school or activities.
Savanna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, my name is Estefany. I am a mother and military spouse. I'd describe my personality as friendly, patience and helpful.
I like working with kids because they are the smartest little kids that will make our future better.
I'm looking for a job that I can help other families. I started working with kids when I had to take...
I have worked previously in childcare for over 6 years. I am currently employed with Palmetto Health but looking to work a little extra to help with life. I have experience with patient care and helping people in many aspects of life.
I have been a tutor for high-school students in the past. I mainly assisted in math courses such as algebra, pre-calculus and calculus. My high school GPA was 4. 5, my SAT score was 1400, and my current GPA at UofSC is 3. 9.
I have always owned and loved caring for pets. I have owned the following animals at one time or another in my life: dog, cat, bird, fish, guinea pig, rabbit, hamster, and mouse. I have provided part-time and one-time care for pets of friends and relatives for the last 20 years. I am currently performing part-time dog walking...
Kristin can also help with: Daily feeding, grooming, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine & more
Khristina E.
Columbia, SC
$30-50/hr • 14 yrs exp
Hi!
I'm looking for a job where I can assist in a child's development through play, nature, and connection. As a teacher for the past 10 years (since the 13-14 school year as a kindergarten, Pre-K, and first grade teacher), I am passionate in growing the whole child but lately I'm not finding this in public education. They've...
Khristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Columbia, SC:
How can I find a Columbia babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Columbia, SC can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 596 babysitters in Columbia, SC on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Columbia, SC?
The average rate for Columbia, SC babysitters on Care.com is $14.47 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Columbia, SC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Columbia, SC through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Columbia, SC babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Columbia, SC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 270 reviews of the 596 listed babysitters.