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582 babysitters are listed in Columbia, SC
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Columbia, SC
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, 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)
Hello, let me introduce myself I'm Sisi. I am 22 years old. I have been watching children my whole life , but I've been teaching full time for 3 and a half years. Mainly with ages 2yrs-10yrs. I am CPR certified for infant/child and adult. I have two adopted children of my own. I am very passionate about children. I am use to...
Sierra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sierra is a 3K teacher who is great with kids, in & out of the classroom. She is structured & professional. Kids love Ms.SiSi. "
Care member
Victoria B.
Columbia, SC
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Very Outgoing And Professional. I'm Here To Make Your Everyday Life Easier.
5.0
(2)
Hello, I'm Victoria! I have 5 years of experience with cleaning and babysitting. I love doing this kind of work because I love feeling like I make a difference in people's lives. I'm here to help.
Victoria can also help with: General room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens
5.0
"I hired Victoria to do a deep cleaning and she did not disappoint! Attention to detail. She is very responsive and communicates well. Also, arrived on time. "
Stephanie F.
Claire D.
Columbia, SC
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Claire and i'm a University of South Carolina student. I have spent the past 3 summers babysitting for different families with kids of many ages. I love entertaining kids while also making sure they are kept safe. I took a lifeguarding class so I am CPR trained. I have also volunteered at the after school program...
Claire can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
I've been an elementary school teacher for the past 5 years, and I have taught reading, math, social studies, grammar, vocabulary, and writing. I specialize in teaching reading, but I absolutely love teaching math.
5.0
"I would like to hire you for tutoring. I was unable to message you and if you can contact me, I will greatly appreciate it. Thanks!
I "
Nicole C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I am a pre med student who is willing to help with children 4 years and older. 1-2 children is the max I can watch and I can be a lifeguard for pool events!
Jennie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kids had great visit with Jennie."
Jane V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello all,
My name is Laroyal and I am a
current Graduate Student enrolled
in a Master program for
Occupational therapy. I have
experience as a former teacher in
the k12 school system and I
currently work for a pediatric clinic
for speech, OT, feeding & play therapy. I am very passionate about growing myself
as well as helping...
Laroyal can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My hubby and I were both a nervous wreck with me returning back to work after 14 months of working remotely, him continuing to work remotely, and our three year old son on the waiting list to get back into Montessori school. Laroyal messaged us after seeing our...
Demetria And Al T.
Rachel S.
Columbia, SC
$12-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm Rachel, 20 Years Old Very Responsible Can Work Anytime After School Or Weekends.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
A little about me.. I've been in the Army for almost 6 years now. I come from a family of seven children. I am very comfortable with pets as well. I've taken Child Development In HS for three years. I am 23 years old and love being around all ages of children and pets. I have my own transportation and am Non-Smoker. I've...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel is on time always, she is super friendly and nice very disciplined and well spoken. My son loves her, she leaves you with that feeling that your kid is in good hands. I recommend her 100%"
Raymond C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4 animals at my house! 2 dogs 2 cats! I love being around animals!
Rachel can also help with: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet walking
Autumn R.
Columbia, SC
$13-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey, my name is Autumn and I am a junior at the University of South Carolina. I grew up with two younger sisters who I would care for often and babysat throughout high school and college. I love working with kids and have three years of experience coaching gymnastics with kids ranging from 1-year-old to teenagers. I know how to...
Autumn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Autumn is nice and cool per my 8 year old daughter. She played games and laughed with them. She was on time and very accommodating. I felt at ease leaving her with my 8 year old and 1 year old. I would definitely recommend her services."
Lakisha H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an all honors straight A student, I would love to help your child get better grades, study, or just complete homework and projects!
Rachel C.
Columbia, SC
$10-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Rachel and I have many years experience working with children and also have a degree in early childhood education. Some of my talents include but are not limited to potty training, arts and crafts, imaginative play, homework help and bed time routines.
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was our nanny for 4 years and we truly loved her! She truly treats them as if they were her own and shares such a special bond with each of them individually. Rache has done so much more than merely supervise our children. When my son was struggling with...
Danny B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a teacher of 4 years in Columbia, SC specializing in trauma informed care. I've worked at a child development center for an additional 3 years, ages 0-6 years old. I enjoy kids and I love caring for them. My most favorite thing to do is enjoy outdoors and create crafts. I also ensure children are actively...
Briana can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Briana has been awesome! She regularly watches my 1 and 4 yo and they love her. She is punctual and dependable, very thorough and follows directions well. She is one of the only people I trust with my kids!"
Jazmyn W.
Ariyana T.
Columbia, SC
$13-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Childcare Is So Important And I Can't Wait To Be A Part Of Your Families Adventure!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personally as outgoing, compassionate, and reliable. Three words do not do justice but those would be my top three.
I enjoy working with kids because they strive to be understood. Exploring the world with big feelings which they may or may not know how to translate into words is a task I adore taking on. Being...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very sweet, patient, punctual and trustworthy. My girls love her."
Lizsandra C.
Virginia M.
Columbia, SC
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I love working with kids of all ages! I am currently a graduate student at USC getting my MSW.
Virginia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Virginia did a wonderful job with my 16 mo son who is very busy! Kept him happy and engaged and is very sweet, personable, responsible and knowledgeable about kids this age. She is a rare find!"
Laura W.
5.0
(4)
I am a freshman in college currently taking classes at UofSC. I have worked at Camp Canaan, a summer camp in Rock Hill, SC for 4 years now. I love playing sports, doing arts and crafts, and playing video and board games. I am very friendly, sweet, and energetic. I like to be involved with what the kids are doing, but also know...
Zoe can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very caring and is very dedicated to who she babysits for. She is fun yet careful. Probably the best babysitter I've hired"
Jessica M.
Korbyn O.
Columbia, SC
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Korbyn, A 20 Year Old From Irmo, SC Currently Attending The University Of South Carolina
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, compassionate, and adaptable.
I like working with kids because they have a different perspective of the world and I love to watch them grow and learn and to be able to have a positive impact on their life.
I'm looking for a job that makes me feel like family and is a kind, supportive,...
Korbyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"My son had such a blast with Korbyn. She was so friendly and kind and did a fantastic job with his bedtime routine. He couldn't wait to tell me all about the fun they had together and kept asking when she'd be coming next. I look forward to hiring Korbyn again!"
Brooke F.
5.0
(1)
I currently have 2 cats and have had a cat, dog, and fish previously. I have taken care of my friend's dogs overnight as well as occasional walks. I can provide pet sitting in your own home. I am very good with animals and have been around them my whole life! I can feed the animals, walk them, change litter boxes or cages and of...
Camille can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Camille is a responsible, enthusiastic, and dependable young woman. I have know her since she was 6 years old and can recommend her for any position and/or employment. We have also employed Camille numerous times to care for our pets and "house sit" during...
Nathan C.
Shyanna D.
Columbia, SC
$10-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Shy ! I am 28 years old, I am looking to provide care for your beautiful children ! I have a bachelors degree in psychology and I also have experience working with autistic children as I worked as a registered behavioral technician providing behavioral therapy for amazing kids. I am recently transitioning out of social...
Shyanna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I work from home. This is truly the most productive I've been since having issues with childcare over the last month. Will definitely hire her again."
Stephen L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Social Worker looking to earn some extra money. I enjoy cleaning and I am very detail oriented.
Jacqueline can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, general room cleaning & more
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Columbia, SC
Morgan O.
5.0
She is extremely great with kids and pets! Very trustworthy :)
- Riley G.
Sierra H.
5.0
Sierra is a 3K teacher who is great with kids, in & out of the classroom. She is structured & professional. Kids love Ms.SiSi.
- Care member
Victoria B.
5.0
I hired Victoria to do a deep cleaning and she did not disappoint! Attention to detail. She is very responsive and communicates well. Also, arrived on time.
- Stephanie F.
Morgan M.
5.0
I would like to hire you for tutoring. I was unable to message you and if you can contact me, I will greatly appreciate it. Thanks!
I
- Nicole C.
Jennie A.
5.0
Kids had great visit with Jennie.
- Jane V.
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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 582 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 $14.43 per hour as of May 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 282 reviews of the 582 listed babysitters.