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Kayla S.

Part-Time

West Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi families! I have experience with babysitting and also 3 year's experience working at my church's summer camp full time. I currently work full time as an Esthetician and looking to pick up weekend shifts and some evening shifts. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact me. Thank you!
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Jessica M.

I Look Forward To What Each New Day Brings Us!

West Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, honest and responsible. I was a lead pre-school teacher straight out of college in 1997 until 2016. I have been a nanny for the past 5 years. I have done housekeeping, pet and house sitting periodically as well and continue to do so! I put my whole heart into whatever I do! My...

Jennifer H. says "Jessica was everything you could want in a nanny/care giver. She was on time, flexible, and most importantly she truly cared about our kids. We were...

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Carey O.

Experienced Columbia Nanny Seeking Full-Time Position

West Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Being a nanny has been a really rewarding experience for me. I've had the opportunity to work with children of a variety of ages and help them learn, grow, and develop. I've always loved kids and have been babysitting for family friends and people from my church since I was 12 years old. After high school, I worked in an office...

Kirstin O. says "Very rarely will you meet someone who knows how to communicate with children and care for them the way that Carey does! She is great with infants and...

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Summer M.

Babysitter In Columbia, SC!

West Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hey! My name is Summer, I am from Charleston and I'm a senior at UofSC. I have lots of childcare experience. I have worked at overnight summer camps. During the school year, I work as an after-school teacher at an elementary school and daycare. I am certified in CPR, first aid, and lifeguard. I have my own car and my...
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Rebecca K.

Part-time Babysitter Available; Single, Female, 23 Year Old Christian College Grad

West Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have helped care for my two younger siblings my entire life, and my mom trusted me to babysit them by myself by the time I was 11 years old. When I was 12 years old I began babysitting occasionally for a couple families in my neighborhood. All throughout high school and college and the past two years since I graduated from...
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Regan H.

West Columbia, SC

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$18/hr
8 years experience
As a caregiver with eight years of experience, I've had the privilege of supporting families and providing reliable childcare for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My passion for caregiving stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of nurturing and supporting...
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Justine S.

West Columbia, SC

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as fun, honest, and caring I like working with kids because they are fun to be around and keep me on my toes. I believe kids are a blessing and I'd be honored to be a part of their life. I'm looking for a job that offers stability. I enjoy working for the same employer for a long time. I'm looking...
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Wanda S.

Lexington, SC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a mother of 2 young men. I have 20 years of experience working for a pediatrics office and 8 years working as a Nanny of all ages. Although I was a medical secretary I gained lots of experience working around children of ages from 1 month to 17 years. At work I was in charge of performing all vitals on a patient prior to...

Monica B. says "Wanda was our nanny from 2017 to end of 2022, and we now call her family. We have 6 kids and the youngest is special needs. She cooked breakfast and lunch...

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Katie W.

Friday And Saturday Night Babysitter Available

Lexington, SC

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Katie and I have cared for children since the age of 14. I am available for date nights, as I am trying to save for this Christmas. I have experience with children of the age of two and up. I was a nanny with a family with children who were ages two, nine, and 11 at the time. I took care of them 50 hours a...

Billie S. says "She is fantastic with my challenging 2 year old and active 8 year old"

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Jennifer R.

Part Or Full Time Babysitter; Live In Nanny

Lexington, SC

from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have six summers of being a babysitter for a family of four children. I have also worked as a counselor for summer and after school program. I have experience coaching soccer teams ranging in age from U5 to U10 as well as teaching soccer to kids from 18 months to 10 years old. I have worked with preschool aged kids at a number...
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Madeline D.

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Lexington, SC

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$25/hr
12 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
As a dedicated childcare provider with over a decade of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the well-being and development of children. My journey into caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and make a positive impact on their lives. My approach...
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Alexis S.

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Lexington, SC

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am a Biology college graduate. I have my certificate for nursing aide and I have worked 2 years at an after school day care. Creative and Love kids!
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Isa G.

Care-giver

Lexington, SC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hiya! I'm Isa and I'm a 19-year-old nursing student at Lander University. I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and I'm currently earning my BSN (Bachelor's Science of Nursing). I've been babysitting for a while now, but I started recently getting paid for my sitting 3 years ago. I'm CPR/First Aid certified and have worked...
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Kristin B.

Lexington, SC

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Nurturing children and witnessing their milestones brings me immense joy. My decade of childcare experience, caring for children aged newborn to 11, has solidified my passion for fostering their growth. I hold a college degree and maintain current First Aid Training. I enjoy sparking creativity through imaginative play and...
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Andrea B.

Voted Most Likely To Be Asked To Return By YOUR Child(ren)!

Cayce, SC

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Hello, my name is Andrea. I am a 26-year-old student who graduated from the University. I was a Dean's List Pre-Law student who was also on the Swim and Dive team. I am now a student about to begin paralegal classes but I have always loved kids. I have coached children in both gymnastics and diving. I have also previously...
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Ellie D.

Crafty And Responsible Sitter

Lexington, SC

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Errands. I am 31 years old. I have tutored children for 12 years. I tutor English, Spanish, writing, social studies, geography, and science. I have a BA from the University of SC Aiken. I majored in Communications with an emphasis on Early Childhood...
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Noelle Grace P.

Lexington, SC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
Nurturing children and watching them blossom is my greatest joy. My passion for fostering growth, combined with three years of babysitting, nanny, and daycare experience, has solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. I'm a creative, friendly, and compassionate caregiver. I am very comfortable enforcing household...
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Traci B.

Experienced Babysitter/Nannying

Lexington, SC

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have a very flexible work schedule so I'm looking for part time babysitting. I love kids!! I have a 12 and 11-year-old. I grew up babysitting kids from ages 6 weeks to 12 years for multiple families. I will gladly give references from people I have babysat for. I used to be a part-time substitute teacher for a preschool,...

Adriana G. says "Traci is a very responsible and dependable babysitter. Our kids really love her and look forward to her coming over. She is great at keeping the kids...

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Premwantie L.

Babysitter/Nanny

Blythewood, SC

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
My name is Premwantie, I reside in Blythewood, SC and I am a reliable, mature individual that has experience with kids of all ages. I have babysat for children from the age range of preemie - 7 years old. Some of my duties includes preparing meals, giving baths, educational play with the kids, school drop off/pick up, laundry,...

Kori P. says "She was fantastic. She was great with our 20 month old daughter. We would hire her again!"

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Ashlyn Y.

Responsible, Caring Sitter And Memory Maker

Hopkins, SC

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! I am currently studying to be an elementary school teacher. I have had experience sitting and tutoring many children at once and children with special needs. I know this year with COVID-19 is pretty crazy-most kids are learning online this year! That's where I can help! I would thoroughly enjoy watching after your...

Julie H. says "She was on time and great with my kids! The kids said they want her to come back to watch them!"

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  • 39 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.14/hr as of November 2025

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

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in West Columbia, SC

After School Babysitters in West Columbia, SC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 39 listed after school babysitters

Jessica M.

Jessica was everything you could want in a nanny/care giver. She was on time, flexible, and most importantly she truly cared about our kids....

- Jennifer H.

Carey O.

Very rarely will you meet someone who knows how to communicate with children and care for them the way that Carey does! She is great with...

- Kirstin O.

Wanda S.

Wanda was our nanny from 2017 to end of 2022, and we now call her family. We have 6 kids and the youngest is special needs. She cooked...

- Monica B.

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

You can review 7 after school babysitter profiles near you in West 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 West Columbia, SC is $15.14. 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 West 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 West 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 West Columbia, SC.

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