Find child care providers in Columbia, SC that you’ll love

691 child care providers are listed in Columbia, SC

The average rate is $14/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Child care providers in Columbia, SC

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Lauren S.


Columbia, SC

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Lauren. I live in Columbia just beind the V. A hospital. I am 34 years old with years of experence with Children of all ages. MY CPR and FIRST AID isn't current, however willing to make it current. I have 68+ credit hours in Early Childhood Eduaction with a background in special needs. I don't mind traveling with...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Recent review:

5.0
Lauren has been so great to our family. She is wonderful with children. We feel so comfortable with her having our boys. I feel so lucky that we found her here. I spoke with her other references who highly recommended her as well. It's so obvious how much she cares...

Christie C.

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Adrienne M.


Columbia, SC

$15/hr5 yrs exp

I Am A Student At USC, Looking For Flexible Hours With Babysitting, House Sitting, Or Pet Sitting!

I would describe my personality as cheerful, generous, and adventurous. I genuinely enjoy working with kids because they provide me with an opportunity to learn and grow! I am currently seeking a position with flexible hours, a positive working environment, fair pay, and room for personal and professional development. My...
Adrienne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling

Recent review:

5.0
Adrienne has done a great job for us! We have a busy 2 yr old, and Adrienne had everything under control!

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Jordan A.


Columbia, SC

$15-17/hr4 yrs exp

Joyful Jordan

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. My mother is a preschool teacher and was able to provide me several babysitting jobs for the kids that attended her school. I also had a nannying job over the summer. I have been a lifeguard for the past four summers too and provided private swim lessons to members of the country...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
I work full time and have a 3 year old and an 11 month old. I am often overly tired on a daily basis. My kids enjoyed Jordan's company. I felt at peace with them in her care and comfortable enough to take a nap while she watched over the kids. My oldest even threw...

Stephen L.

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Cheyanne S.


Columbia, SC

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Playing Is The Best Way To Learn.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Kids are incredibly special and wildly important to our futures. I'm looking for a job that offers stability while also the opportunity for fun and a different day to day schedule. I started working with kids when I was a kid myself. I started babysitting at the age of 12 and have loved every bit of it. I worked with a...
Cheyanne can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
Cheyenne was great with our little one!!! She was easy to communicate with regarding our needs, and even though we only had her part time she made a lasting impact on our family! We love when we get to see her every now and then these days and our son is still so...

Robert G.

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Jessi C.


Columbia, SC

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I graduated with my bachelors in exercise science from UofSC last May, and I am currently attending Occupational Therapy school in hopes of becoming a pediatric OT! I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, and attentive. As long as I can remember, I have always wanted to work with kids. I started going to my mom's...
Jessi can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Jessi has been around my 4 yo boy and almost 1 yo daughter and is always so sweet with them! She is so patient with them and also loves to help them learn new things! They get so excited to see miss "Essi" !

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Kylee S.


Columbia, SC

$22-23/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun, responsible, and organized. I started working with kids when I was 16. I have done some babysitting in the past. Now I work at the youth program doing the child after school program, along with being a swimming instructor for kids. I am also a lifeguard so I have CPR and first aid...
Kylee can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Kylee immediately warmed up to our kids and the kids likewise. We don’t get out often but she made us comfortable from the start. Will use her again and again to watch our kiddos!

Mark L.

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Sabre L.


Columbia, SC

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter For All Ages

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Sabre, and I have been babysitting for 10 years from ages 6 months to 18-year-olds. I'm available mostly any time of the day/week. I am reliable, punctual, I tidy up before you get back, I make sure all rules are followed that you have set in place and I respect your boundaries. I'm great with kids, animals, and...
Sabre can also help with: Light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
Sabre is great with kids of all ages and pets! Great communication and very punctual:

Mandy C.

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Nayonna A.


Columbia, SC

$16-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for infants, toddlers, and seniors for many years. I am 26 years old, originally from Burlington NJ, I am the oldest out of 6, I have a 6-year-old son and I also have been working in the healthcare field for the last 7 years. I do not look at my job as a job honestly.. I look at it as taking care of my own son or...
Nayonna can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Evelyn A.


Columbia, SC

$18-50/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Been a babysitter for 12 years.. kids love me so much they're constantly asking for me to come back. I speak Russian and English! Let's work together! I work full time remotely for a medical office. Please advise that if being asked to watch your kids during the day, there will be moments I need to hop onto my laptop to assist...
Evelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Evelyn was very sweet to my baby. She kept me updated regularly and I appreciated that. We would hire her again!

Adeline B.

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Kendra L.


Columbia, SC

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced College Student With A Passion For Kids

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Grad Student Located Columbia! *Licensed Early Childhood Educator *Experienced with CPR/ First Aid *5 years+ experience *Reliable transportation *Love for children ! ** Please note : Work FT so I am available early mornings, late/ overnight, and weekends only! 5+ years of formal training in areas of childcare, teaching, and...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

Recent review:

5.0
Kendra was wonderful with our 1.5 year old son. She was very punctual and polite. We will definitely be interested in her services again!

Craig J.

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Jacqueline T.


Columbia, SC

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Master's Level Social Worker

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Masters Degree in Social Work with experience as a child and family therapist. I am passionate about working with children. I have extensive knowledge and experience in child development. I'd describe my personality as responsible, reliable, and energetic. I enjoy working with kids because I love being part of bringing joy to...
Jacqueline can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Jacqueline is such a reliable, friendly, and responsible babysitter! She is excellent with our toddler and our baby, one of the only people who can get the baby to take a bottle, and so dependable. Jacqueline is communicative, flexible, experienced, and easygoing....

Laura N.

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Shirley G.


Columbia, SC

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a part time student vet so my availability is currently flexible. I've been taking care of children for over 10 years. I have an 80 lbs dog so I'm great with animals too! I am first aid trained and CPR certified. I am also fully vaccinated and health conscious. I enjoy hiking, singing, going on walks and doing arts and...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Shirley was a wonderful sitter to my little girl. She made my daughter's time with her very enjoyable with lots of giggles and play.

Lana G.

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Ty G.


Columbia, SC

$11-16/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person, I am very great hands on person and willing to learn. I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, minimum supervision, also will provide a safe and stable environment for your kids. I love pets so if you have any that need attending I can also provide those services
Ty can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
I needed last minute transportation for my 7th grader to get from his school to home. Ty responded in a very timely manner, communicated well, and put me at ease about my child's safety and getting home. My son was dropped off safe and in a timely manner. He said...

Lakaymia C.

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Olivia N.


Columbia, SC

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced And Energetic Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Olivia! I am a college student at USC and am looking for part-time work so I can continue my love of working with children. Here's a little about me: I love working with children and have babysat since I was 12. I have been a nanny, babysitter, camp counselor, and am currently a part-time teacher. Childcare brings me so...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Olivia is incredibly responsible, caring and thoughtful. She’s a very safe driver. Our whole family absolutely loved her.

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Mallory H.


Columbia, SC

$13-23/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am gentle and warm-hearted with a love for kids! I've babysat for friends and family many times. I am more than happy to help with anything around the house, including cleaning and meal preparation. I also am an aspiring English teacher, so I am able to help with their homework and education. I am a graduate of the University...
Mallory can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Mallory was sweet and helpful when babysitting our kids. We enjoyed meeting her and things went smoothly.

Tamarah S.

Child care centers in Columbia, SC

Children's Choice Learning Center at Columbia Federal

1835 Assembly Street Suite 113, Columbia, SC

Costimate: $150/wk

Children's Choice Learning Center at Columbia Federal Child Development Center

A Plus Learning Center

2711 Alpine Rd Ste 200, Columbia, SC

Costimate: $179/wk

A Plus Learning Center supports the child’s development with fun, warmth, security, exploration and discovery. They actively seek to encourage socialization, creativity, and a sense of community within the environment. It is their belief in children learning best through exploration and play.

SMART KIDZ CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

120 Commercial Dr, Columbia, SC

Costimate: $145/wk

SMART KIDZ CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER is an establishment situated in Columbia, SC that provides services for the students in the community. This child care organization accepts children and is open full-time every week from Mondays to Fridays. This center started operating in the year 2002 and can...

Nana's Little Elephant Child Development

1535 Lorick Ave, Columbia, SC

Costimate: $131/wk

Nana's Little Elephants Child Development Center is a childcare provider offering a safe, secure, nurturing Christian environment. The Center is located at 1535 Lorick Avenue, Columbia, South Carolina. It is open from Monday through Friday, serving children ages six weeks to five years old and...

St. Michael and All Angels' Child Development Center

6408 Bridgewood Rd, Columbia, SC

Costimate: $164/wk

St. Michael and All Angels' Child Development Center is a childcare and educational facility that provides a developmentally appropriate environment to develop each child's social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and spiritual growth. The center is licensed to accommodate 130 children, operating...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Columbia, SC

Lauren S.

5.0

Lauren has been so great to our family. She is wonderful with children. We feel so comfortable with her having our boys. I feel so lucky that we found her here. I spoke with her other references who highly recommended her as well. It's so obvious how much she cares and how much she knows about...

- Christie C.

Adrienne M.

5.0

Adrienne has done a great job for us! We have a busy 2 yr old, and Adrienne had everything under control!

- Care member

Jordan A.

5.0

I work full time and have a 3 year old and an 11 month old. I am often overly tired on a daily basis. My kids enjoyed Jordan's company. I felt at peace with them in her care and comfortable enough to take a nap while she watched over the kids. My oldest even threw a tantrum because he didn't want...

- Stephen L.

Cheyanne S.

5.0

Cheyenne was great with our little one!!! She was easy to communicate with regarding our needs, and even though we only had her part time she made a lasting impact on our family! We love when we get to see her every now and then these days and our son is still so happy to see her!

- Robert G.

Jessi C.

5.0

Jessi has been around my 4 yo boy and almost 1 yo daughter and is always so sweet with them! She is so patient with them and also loves to help them learn new things! They get so excited to see miss "Essi" !

- Care member

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Ratings for Columbia, SC child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Child Care Providers in Columbia, SC are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 345 reviews of the 691 listed child care providers.