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52 college nannies are listed in Columbia, SC
The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby college nannies is 5 years
College nannies in Columbia, SC
Gentarra W.
Columbia, SC
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm 28 years of age, and I've been babysitting for 10+ years, and I was a nanny for 5 months. I am CPR/First Aid/AED Certified. I'm attending Midlands Technical College, where I'm studying Early Childhood Education. I already have my Early Childhood Certificate. I have a lot of experience with newborns and 2-year-olds. I have...
Gentarra can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"She is the best babysitter ever"
Regina W.
Hello! I am a college student at the University of South Carolina and am a nursing major. I am home for the summer and looking to babysit or nanny. I was born and raised in the Kansas City area and went to Saint Teresa's Academy for high school. I have a lot of experience in childcare and love spending time with kids! Please...
Merideth can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Mary S.
Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a college nursing student at the University of South Carolina and am on track to become a Pediatric Nurse post grad. I have been working with children throughout the past 4 years, and have nannied consecutively throughout this time. I'm very organized and I absolutely love working with kids. I'm looking for a babysitting job...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Molly I.
Columbia, SC
$18-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! I am a current college student looking to help out with any childcare needs. During the school year I am available M-F hours that depend on my class schedule and in the summers I am available for evenings and weekends. I already nanny M-F 9-5 but am happy to help out starting around 5 every day! I have been a full time...
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Ryann W.
Columbia, SC
$17-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi everyone! Im Ryann I am a senior nursing student at USC and am graduating in December! I am looking for a summer babysitting or nannying job in the Apex area. I get back the first week of May and am available until the first week of August! I have been babysitting for over 7 years and nannying for 3. I have always loved kids...
Ryann can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Elizabeth P.
Columbia, SC
$15-23/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have tons of experience with kids! I started babysitting at 15. I was assistant manager lifeguard at my neighorhood pool every summer in high school! I also would volunteer to teach elementary school cheer camps. I nannied every summer I came home from college. My responsibilities included getting the kids to camp, making...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
4.5
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
School Psychology PhD student at University of South Carolina!
Own car, 12 years babysitting, 2 years
tutoring, 5 years assistant religious teacher, 2 yrs Event Coordinator, 2 years camp counselor. Certified in: CPR/AED certified, First Aid certified. Experience working with children with learning disabilities, ADHD, and...
Alena can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I would highly recommend Alena in childcare - I cannot say enough good things about her! Alena helped our family with virtual school and babysitting from January through May 2021. She helped our two kids with their day of classes on zoom, assignments outside of...
Allison C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Elizabeth! I am a fun-loving, responsible, and reliable person that has had 7 years of experience caring for infants to pre-teens. Over the past 3 years I have worked for 3 different families caring for their infant children (ages 6 weeks to over a year old) and would be willing to offer references. But before...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is a very caring and helpful nanny. Took very good care of my child and is extremely responsible."
Ellen F.
Callie H.
Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm A Graduating High School Senior. I'm Going To USC Upstate In The Fall To Major In Education. I Have Always Enjoyed Babysitting!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a sophomore in college. I do have experience pick-up kids during the school year. I have stayed overnight with kids and I babysit regularly. I do have my own car. I look forward to meeting your family!
Callie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I will definitely use Callie as a sitter for my boys!"
Allison C.
Lillian C.
Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an undergraduate student at the University of South Carolina, majoring in Elementary Education. I am also in the Army National Guard, and I have extensive first aid and CPR training. I have 4 years of experience babysitting children ages 1 and up, as well as experience with tutoring and teaching in a school setting. I am a...
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lillian is kind and gentle and good with children. The children really enjoyed their time with her. She is always early and is very responsible. I would definitely recommend her to friends."
Matthew E.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Riley and I am 20 years old. I attend the University of South Carolina perusing a degree in Psychology with a minor in education. I am originally from Tampa, FL. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 and have grown up with the family's I look after. I look forward to hearing from you!
I'd describe my...
I am an experienced and dedicated childcare provider with a proven track record as a nanny. With a background in childcare and a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in South Carolina, I bring a unique blend of skills and compassion to this role. I had the privilege of caring for two children beginning at ages 4 and...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
My experience caring children involve 3 years of a certified speech therapist in the pediatric population. I also have been nannying for 10 years. I have nannied and worked with age ranges from 10 months to 15 years old.
Shannon can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
My name is Dania and I am a graduate of Winthrop University. My degree is in human development and family studies with a minor in child and family services. I have worked at a preschool as a classroom assistant and have many years experience with nannying. I have a lot of background with children & families and would love to...
Dania can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My names Mckinley, I am a sophmore at UofSC and studying nursing! I grew up in charlotte, NC and have been around kids my whole life. I have been babysitting since I was in 8th grade as well as teaching swim lessons and coaching! For the past 2 years I have consistently nannied for 2 different families part time and have...
Mckinley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"McKinley helped with our 3yr old and 1yr old for almost 10mos. Occasionally our 6yr old was with her too. Our boys love her! She is very reliable, always energetic and creative in coming up with ways to keep them engaged and busy, even at their different ages. We...
Care member
Emma P.
Columbia, SC
$18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! I'm currently looking for a nannying job in the Columbia area while I finish my degree! I have experience working as a babysitter/nanny, daycare assistant, camp counselor & unit leader, and sports coach. I am child CPR, AED, First Aid & Summer Camp Mental Health certified. I also have my own car. Please let me know if you...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm a 24-year-old mom with a 18-month-old son. He is very smart and communicates pretty well.
Kinara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Audrey! I'm a junior at the University of South Carolina, studying psychology. I am home from school from the first week of May until the first week of August and I am looking to provide
a full time nanny position for a family while I am here! I worked at St. Anthony's Preschool and Childcare in Ambler all...
Audrey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Grace and in the fall I'll be a junior studying business at the University of South Carolina. I'm from Fort Mill, SC but I decided to stay in Columbia for the summer and am excited to hopefully be around kids again! I started babysitting when I was 12 and at the age of 15 started life guarding. I continued life...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent college nanny reviews from local parents in Columbia, SC
Gentarra W.
5.0
She is the best babysitter ever
- Regina W.
Alena Q.
5.0
I would highly recommend Alena in childcare - I cannot say enough good things about her! Alena helped our family with virtual school and babysitting from January through May 2021. She helped our two kids with their day of classes on zoom, assignments outside of zoom, and providing childcare when...
- Allison C.
Elizabeth B.
5.0
She is a very caring and helpful nanny. Took very good care of my child and is extremely responsible.
- Ellen F.
Callie H.
5.0
I will definitely use Callie as a sitter for my boys!
- Allison C.
Lillian C.
5.0
We had an awesome first experience with Lily! She was punctual and had a very warm disposition. We will definitely hire her again.
- Ansley H.
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FAQs for finding a college nanny near you in Columbia, SC
How much do college nannies charge near me in Columbia, SC?
How much college nannies charge near you in Columbia, SC can vary based on each nanny, as all nannies on Care.com charge their own unique rate. That being said, the average hourly rate for college nannies on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $13.66.
How can I find a college nanny near me in Columbia, SC?
To find college nannies near you in Columbia, SC, you can use Care.com to review different nanny profiles. That way, you can quickly and easily learn more about the experience levels of available nannies in your area and what they charge.
What steps can I take to safely hire a college nanny near me in Columbia, SC?
There are currently 41 college nannies near you in Columbia, SC on Care.com. We request all college nannies on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles with a badge on them, all college nannies who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run. We do strongly recommend you conduct your own private background check, request references, and interview candidates to hire a college nanny safely.
What types of services do college nannies near me in Columbia, SC offer?
Many college nannies on Care.com list the services they offer on their profiles, but you can also interview different candidates to get an idea of what services they feel comfortable taking on. When looking for a college nanny near you in Columbia, SC, you should sit down and write a list of everything you want the college nanny to help with before you interview them so you know what questions to ask them to get on the same page. For example, you may need help with transportation to after school activities or may need assistance with light house work.
What interview questions should I ask when looking for a college nanny near me in Columbia, SC?
When you’re looking for a college nanny near you in Columbia, SC, alongside asking about services they offer in the interview, you will also want to ask them about their work experience, how they prefer to interact with children, and how they’ll handle difficult situations like disciplining a child.
Ratings for Columbia, SC college nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
College Nannies in Columbia, SC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 52 listed college nannies.