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Maggie M.

Sitter, Nanny, Tutor

Columbia, SC

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a 23-year-old high school English teacher with a Masters Degree who is looking for a summer position babysitting and/or tutoring before the school year starts. I have open availability and years of experience babysitting (all ages), coaching, teaching, private tutoring, pet sitting, and teaching swim and dance lessons to...
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Lauren S.'s Photo

Columbia, SC

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I am Lauren a recent graduate from Elon University. I have served as a tutor for elementary students in Burlington for 2 years. I have additional experience working with children from babysitting and after-school programs. I enjoy working with children of all ages and abilities and will be attending graduate school this fall to...
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Enthusiastic Sitter!

Columbia, SC

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am 22 years old and have been babysitting since I was 13, most of my experience has come from helping raise my nephews. I use to be a lifeguard, I am very safe and cautious person, I love getting kids outside with fun games and crafts. I am in school studying Early Childhood Education to become a teacher.
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Part-time Nanny Available

Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting since I was around 13 years old and I have cared for children of ages anywhere from two to 12 years old, and have had extensive experience with caring for multiple children at a time. I also have had experience as a part-time nanny, as well as experience caring for animals. I love working with kids and...
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Emma H.'s Photo

Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I've always had a deep passion for nurturing the growth and development of children. With over five years of experience as a childcare provider, I've had the privilege of supporting families and creating a reliable, nurturing environment for their little ones. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creative and...
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Monee P.'s Photo

Columbia, SC

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I'm a friendly and patient childcare provider with a passion for supporting families. My previous babysitting roles inspired me to become a caregiver, and I'm thrilled to bring my creativity and imagination to this profession. I believe in clear communication with parents, and I'm happy to provide written daily reports or use...
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Granny For Hire

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have recently moved to Columbia. I have raised 2 kids and have 2 grandkids that I adore taking care of. I am here to make your week run smoother! I am happy to help with childcare, making/prepping meals, laundry, dishes, light housekeeping or anything else to help you with your hectic life schedule. I have my own...
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Jessica C.'s Photo

Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jessica and I am 22 years old. I am currently a Doctor of Pharmacy student at the University of South Carolina. I have been babysitting for many years and have recommendations to provide if interested. I have 7 years of work experience as an ocean rescue lifeguard and am recently re-certified in pediatric and...
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Experienced Babysitter

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Karson and I'm a sophomore at the University of South Carolina studying political science! I have been working with kids, through babysitting and tutoring jobs for about 4 years and have experience with all of age groups, boys and girls. I also have a 2-year-old brother whom I've been very involved with, so I am...
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Hannah W.'s Photo

Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I am a recent college graduate and I have been caring for children most of my life. I have years of experience with children of all ages and children with disabilities. I currently work with children ages 6+ with a variety of special needs, and during college have babysat weekly for families with 2+ children ages 6 and below....
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Eleanor S.'s Photo

Available For Weekend Babysitting

Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Experience: Full-time Nanny (June-August 2010 and June-August 2011): ages 9 and 12 Part-time Nanny (June-August 2012; June 2014-May 2016): ages 3 months, 3, 6, 9, and 12 Babysitter (2008-present): varying ages Responsibilities: -preparing meals -laundry -driving to various activities -looking after pets -assisting with...
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Experienced Sitter/Nanny/Assistant 2 Year Old Teacher With 10+ Years Experience. Available Anytime

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
Hi there! I'm 32 years old, a college graduate, and I work for the federal government. I have over 15 years of childcare experience. I ran my church infant nursery from 15-19 yrs old. From 18-22 I did mission work in underdeveloped countries with children ages 1-12. Additionally, I was a teacher at a preschool for 3 years. Since...

Dana M. says "Amanda is fantastic. She was punctual and warm and the kids instantly felt comfortable with her. My kids asked me if she could come back as soon as she...

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Claire Z.'s Photo

Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Claire, I am 21 years old, and I will be a senior this year at the University of South Carolina! My experience includes caring for children of different ages, from infants to school-aged children. I'm comfortable caring for up to three children at a time. I'm also comfortable with pets and happy to help with...
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Darling S.'s Photo

baby sitter

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
I am a Latin girl from Colombia. I am an elementary teacher with 14 years of experience. Lovely and passionate. I am going to try to teacher Spanish to the kids if their parents allow me because I love when kids learn about my culture. I'd describe my personality as respectful, humble and patient In my spare time, I like to...

Nick D. says "So friendly and caring with our child. Easy communication and we were thrilled with the engagement and ease with which our baby connected with her!"

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Madilyn H.'s Photo

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'm a creative and friendly caregiver with 4 years of experience caring for children. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive babysitting experiences, motivated me to become a childcare provider. I believe in open and regular communication with parents, updating them about their...
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Isamar H.'s Photo

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm passionate about positively impacting children's lives, and I've been a childcare provider for two years. Patient, calm, and approachable, I'm comfortable caring for up to three children of all ages and have experience with various age groups. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents about...
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Sinaya S.'s Photo

Columbia, SC

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I'm passionate about caring for children, and I strive to create a safe, nurturing environment where kids can thrive. My patient, creative, and approachable personality lets children feel comfortable and loved. With a few years of experience, I'm confident at caring for children of all ages. Whether we're playing outdoor games,...
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Makayla B.'s Photo

Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
I am a college student at the University of South Carolina! I have 2 years of experience being an after school helper for 2nd graders and have my own transportation!
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Amber D.'s Photo

Part-Time Caregiver

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hello! One of my favorite parts about working in child care is being able to make a child's everyday life a little magical and watch their personalities and imaginations blossom. This is why I love being a care taker. A little bit about my experience: I used to babysit for a 6-year-old girl for about a year on and off. She was...
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Rachel S.'s Photo

Fun, Creative Babysitter With A Flexible Schedule

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Rachel, and I'm a social work student looking to babysit or nanny whenever I can! I love working with kids of all ages - I currently work with a wide range of kids in a therapeutic setting 2 days a week. I have previously taught kids ages 3 - 18 in dance classes, at day camps, through Girl Scout programs, and in...
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  • 140 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.91/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Columbia, SC

You can review 140 after school babysitter profiles near you in Columbia, SC to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Columbia, SC is $14.91. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Columbia, SC on babysitting websites like Care.com.

Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Columbia, SC can really come in handy.

We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Columbia, SC.

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