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Wendy D.

Loving Sitter Available

West Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hey! I've been a Mom for 40 years, and have raised 4 awesome sons! I also have an adorable 7-year-old granddaughter and a 4-year-old grandson! I've taught Preschool, Mothers Morning Out, been a Substitute Teacher in the public schools K-5th grade in 3 states, and assisted in a Montessori program. I have an Associates Degree in...

Care Member says "I care for two of my grandchildren everyday. I had surgery and Wendy cared for them in my home during my recovery. The children loved her. She was...

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Melinda D.'s Photo

West Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been a mom for 35 years and grandma for 3 years. I was previously a certified in home daycare provider for the Federal Government when living on Ft. Detrick, MD. I have also cared for children in my home at different times during the years. My brother has two sets of twins and I was fortunate enough to help care for them...

Lashea D. says "Melinda has an amazing way with children. She treats every child as if it were her own. Very loving, attentive, reliable, and trustworthy. Melinda would...

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Gwendolyn H.'s Photo

Creating Happy Moments One Day At A Time

West Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Gwen and I have always loved helping children. Once having a dream to be a preschool teacher but now looking to helping parents with their little ones at home. Do you need a date night, run errands, pick up extra shifts at work, or just need some time to yourself? I'm here to help! Currently enrolled to be CPR/AED...

Care Member says "Gwen goes above and beyond for our family, cares for our kids as if they were her own, and goes the extra mile to clean up and even organize items,...

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Leigh N.'s Photo

West Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, I'm Leigh and currently a graduate student at the University of South Carolina majoring in public health. I am Red Cross certified in CPR, first aid and water safety. I am completely vaccinated for COVID-19 and have my own transportation. I am available for occasional jobs as I am a student and my availability depends on my...

Julia I. says "Leigh has been a great sitter for us this past year. Super responsive and reliable, and my daughters really enjoy her."

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Jill Y.'s Photo

West Columbia, SC

4.7(1)
from
$16/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been caregiving for 12+ years and I also have a 5-year-old daughter of my own (and a baby boy on the way)! I love animals (we have 4 dogs). I have cared for many families' children since my early teens. I have experience with infants, toddlers, school-aged, and special needs teens/adults. I am a type 1 diabetic and I am...

Maggie P. says "Great with my kids, I came home to a CLEAN house and happy healthy kids! What more could I ask for????"

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Jessica M.'s Photo

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
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 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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Rosangela A.'s Photo

Babysitting

West Columbia, SC

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
1 to 2 new born to 5 year I have work with kids for over 12 years with the the family for 10 years I love to work with kids and I treated them like my family
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Kristin M.'s Photo

West Columbia, SC

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$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
With 5 small children of my own I know the care, patience and attention that goes into providing a safe and fun environment for them. I have several years experience in childcare not including my own. I am able to baby sit and even plan day trips to the zoo, library, edventure, etc. I am comfortable watching up to 5 kids at...
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Madyson G.'s Photo

West Columbia, SC

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I am 24 and in grad school at USC! I work with children with autism in behavior therapy and serve in kids ministry at my church! I love babysitting in my free time, particularly evenings or weekends! I have babysat for multiple families with kids of varying ages, from newborns to older children! I also love animals and dog...
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Kayla S.'s Photo

Part-Time

West Columbia, SC

from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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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Skylar J.'s Photo

West Columbia, SC

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
My previous babysitting experiences have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm eager to continue supporting families by providing reliable childcare. I have 3 older siblings all with kids that I'm extremely close with from 1 years old to 8 years old. Parents can expect open and honest communication from me. I'm very comfortable...
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Hannah S.'s Photo

West Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello Parents! My name is Hannah I am CPR & AED certified. I have 2 years of experience working in pediatrics. & 4+ years of experience in babysitting of children of many ages. I love animals & will always be willing to tidy up and help around the house where i'm needed.
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Justine S.'s Photo

Overnight RN

West Columbia, SC

from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm an RN who mostly works overnight. I've began babysitting "night nursing" newborns on my nights off for parents who need some serious sleep! I am currently working as a labor and delivery nurse, however I was an adult med/surg nurse before this, and a pediatric nurse before that. I love animals, especially dogs (I dog-sit...
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Destiny B.'s Photo

West Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Ever since I was a little girl my dream has been to a pediatrician with my own practice. I love taking care of kids of any age. I will assist in feeding, light housekeeping, entertainment and teaching. I have multiple years of experience in babysitting for family members and friends. I would appreciate any opportunity that you...
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Caregiver

West Columbia, SC

from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is Marica. I am 26 years of age. I have over a year of experience working with elderly patients. I am very easy going and kind hearted. I have two kids of my own. A 2-year-old girl and a 7-year-old boy. I am very familiar with working with parents that has dementia as I have been working with a company for home...
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Caregiver And House Cleaner Avaliable

West Columbia, SC

from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am 30 years old and I love being around children! I have been watching children for 10 years now. I am CPR and First-Aid certified. I am currently in school for my Master's Degree. I have my own transportation and a non-smoker. If you are needing your house cleaned, I am your girl as well! 6 years of experience in...
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Rachel C.'s Photo

West Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I used to care for my two little cousins, a boy and a girl. I would take them to/from school and fix them dinner or any snacks they wanted. I always made sure they made a happy plate or close to it. I also honored their parents' preferences and any hobbies they were involved in. They were so precious to me and it was such a...
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Amanda S.'s Photo

Part-time/one-night Caregiver

West Columbia, SC

from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
Fully licensed social worker here! New DC transplant that spent the last nine years in South Carolina. Currently work for a nonprofit serving people with disabilities. FT job is flexible so I'm looking for something evenings/maybe weekends. Most of my professional experience is in the nonprofit program management space,...
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Jasmine M.'s Photo

West Columbia, SC

from
$14/hr
3 years experience
I've always had a passion for nurturing children's development, and with three years of experience, I've honed my skills as a patient, creative, and friendly caregiver. I thrive on fostering a positive impact on young lives. My effective communication with parents ensures we're on the same page about their child's well-being and...
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Niagara S.'s Photo

Child care

West Columbia, SC

from
$15/hr
15 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a 30-year-old child free certified nursing assistant with up to date CPR & First aid training. I am a resident of South Carolina with 15 years of experience caring for children and seniors. I have several forms of reliable transportation for pick ups and drop offs to and from school or activities. Outdoor or hands on...
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.73/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in West Columbia, SC

Babysitters in West Columbia, SC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Wendy D.

I care for two of my grandchildren everyday. I had surgery and Wendy cared for them in my home during my recovery. The children loved her....

- Care member

Melinda D.

Melinda has an amazing way with children. She treats every child as if it were her own. Very loving, attentive, reliable, and trustworthy....

- Lashea D.

Gwendolyn H.

Gwen goes above and beyond for our family, cares for our kids as if they were her own, and goes the extra mile to clean up and even organize...

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in West Columbia, SC:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in West 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 22 babysitters in West Columbia, SC on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for West Columbia, SC babysitters on Care.com is $16.73 per hour as of June 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in West Columbia, SC through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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