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36 after school child care are listed in Columbia, SC
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 6 years
After school child care in Columbia, SC
5.0
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I am comfortable with last minute, one time jobs. I have notifications turned on and check this site regularly. I have more than 45 years of experience beginning with after school babysitting jobs as a teenager. I have worked as a full time nanny as well as raised my own daughter.
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Angie was an absolute blessing to our family. My boys adored her, she was punctual, and responsible. She truly became part of our family. Any family would be lucky to have her- she is a wonderful person and caretaker."
Jennifer S.
Hannah B.
Columbia, SC
$11-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Hannah. My childcare experience consists of: after school caregiver at Rudolph Gordon Elementary School, High school cheerleading coach, previous Care. com work. I graduated from University of South Carolina in Psychology, and am currently a therapist for children and adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hello, I'm Madison. I'm a junior at the University of South Carolina, my major is Public Health! I have experience with all ages of children and I love spending time with kids. I can work with all kinds of schedules and needs!
My availability reflects my schedule for my 2025 spring semester. Times may be flexible depending on...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
8th grade math teacher in Lexington. Looking for a family to help out over the summer/after school hours. I am willing to help with homework, travel, etc.
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Makayla B.
Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
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!
Makayla can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hey everyone! My name is Lucia. I currently just finished my job in the after-school program at an Elementary school. I also have 5 years of experience with babysitting and am babysitting certified. I also am happy to help with light Housekeeping and errands as well as other things that are needed! I will be attending the...
Lucia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
UPDATED SCHEDULE:
I'm booked for recurring jobs, please DM for holiday babysitting needs, Thanksgiving and Winter Break.
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I'm a sophomore at CIU studying elementary education, and I also work with 2nd-3rd graders at a local after school program. I love being outside, facilitating arts and crafts activities, and making...
Kendal can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
I have been teaching the past 4 years. I have my bachelors in Psychology and Masters in Early a Childhood education. I also worked for DSS as an adoption care specialist. I love working with children and have always had a passion to work with them either in my career or volunteering. I am looking for any part time babysitting...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Lauren S.
Columbia, SC
$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
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...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Isabella L.
Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Isabella and I am a junior at USC looking for some hours babysitting after my classes/on the weekends. I have multiple nieces and nephews that I have experience watching, as well as babysitting experience from throughout highschool up until now. Ideally I can find a family who needs a sitter on a schedule for...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Megan J.
Columbia, SC
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I love, love, love working with children! I have taken 60 hours of Early Childhood Education college classes. I have worked in church nurseries, an in home daycare, and babysitting. I enjoy laughing with children and playing with them as they learn. I have also been a director of an After-School program and the Assistant...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Madelyn H.
Columbia, SC
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love children and have raised three of my own. I now have a 5-year-old granddaughter and do church work part time and am looking to supplement my income with helping someone who needs after school care and or tutoring. I have a Masters degree in Elementary Education and have worked in banking and public relations. I have...
Claire D.
Columbia, SC
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Ava R.
Columbia, SC
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello my name is Ava and I am in my second year of college at USC! I am an Economics major with a minor in education. I have worked in child care since I was a junior in high school; I have worked at the YMCA, a local summer camp, as a substitute teacher, and an after school teacher. I love doing fun activities like...
Ava can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hey there! My name is Nautica, and I'm an enthusiastic and friendly elementary school teacher in Columbia, SC. I have several years of experience caring for young children, and I would be delighted to help you take care of your little ones after school. With me, you can rest assured that your children will receive excellent...
Nautica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently moved back to the Lowcountry and am eager to help families on vacation meet their childcare needs. I have been babysitting for over 15 years as both a full-time nanny for 3 separate families and as a weekend or evening babysitter for well over 50 families. In more official capacities, I have served as a program...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Shaquanda T.
Columbia, SC
$16-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
1.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Shaquanda, I am a mom of two. I have been in the care taking Field for 7 years +. I specifically been taking care of children with mental disabilities for 5 years and helping them become as independent as possible. I am CPR/ first aid certified. I love to cook and Clean so meal prep is fine and/or light house...
Shaquanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
As a past children's ministry director with three years of experience, I am now seeking a part-time nanny position . My journey in childcare began during high school, where I served as an after-school nanny for a family with a 7-year-old and a fifth grader for two years. Following that, I had the opportunity to work as a summer...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Olivia. I'm a junior at USC. I am CPR certified. I've worked as a local after-school/summer camp counselor for five years. I work well with all ages. My resume is available upon request.
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, and chill.
I like working with kids because it doesn't feel like a job.
I...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Chrisstaja J.
Columbia, SC
$12-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
My Name Is Chrisstaja I Go By Chrissy I'm 19 Year Old And I Love Kids ! And To Be Outside
Hey There my name is Chrisstaja I go by Chrissy , I'm 19 years old . I'm a mother as well and a student at Herzing University . After school I wasn't to become a pediatric nurse! I love kids and kids love me ! I'm my spare time I love to go to the gym , hang at the park and even color ! I'm not big on parties and crowds I love...
Chrisstaja can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for after school child care in Columbia, SC
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Columbia, SC?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Columbia, SC through Care.com will cost an average of $14.67 per hour as of May 2025. This rate may vary depending on the provider's experience, the duties you need your after-school caregiver to perform and how many kids you need them to take care of.
How can I find after-school child care near me in Columbia, SC?
Care.com currently has 24 after school child care providers in Columbia, SC. You can search for these caregivers by their distance from where you live and compare your options by hourly pay rate, years of experience and the specific services they can provide for after school care. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have previously worked with these providers.
What types of after-school providers can I find near me in Columbia, SC?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Columbia, SC to help your kids with a variety of needs. After-school providers can pick your children up from school, take them to extracurricular activities around Columbia, SC, help them with homework, and watch them in your house for a couple of hours before you get home from work. Just make sure your needs match up with the skills of the after-school providers you reach out to.
Ratings for Columbia, SC after school child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
After School Child Care in Columbia, SC are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 36 listed after school child care.