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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 6 years
College nannies in Columbia, SC
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
I am one of 8 kids and have been around children my whole life. I started babysitting for other families when I was in 8th grade. I had consistent weekend jobs and nannied for a family with three kids (twin boys, and another boy) for five years. Since then I have continued to nanny and babysit and have built some wonderful...
Audrey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi my name is Sophie! I am a graduate of the University of South Carolina majoring in exercise science. I love kids and able to babysit/nanny but I'm also good for tutoring! I have experience babysitting mostly toddlers-12-year-olds. I am CPR certified as well!
Sofea can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hey! I'm Kayla, and I'm a USC senior looking for any nanny/babysitting/petsitting work!
I'm open to all ages and have experience working with all ages including children and pets with disabilities.
CPR and babysitting certified and looking forward to meeting y'all!
I'd describe my personality as Kind, Bubbly, and Loyal
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! I am 23 years old. I will be starting a master's program in Speech-Language Pathology at UofSC this summer, and would love to find a family to help out with summer care, and even into the school year!
A little about me: I graduated from the University of Mississippi in 2023, and was on the track and field team there!...
Mary Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Erin L.
Columbia, SC
$10/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids since I was 13 years old. Some of my past experiences working with children include:
- nannying
- babysitting
- camp counselor
- working with special needs children
- experience as a teacher in an elementary school
- tutoring
One thing you should know about me is that I am currently working on...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Mia M.
Columbia, SC
$16-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for years and absolutely adore children. I have extensive experience with children from ages 4 months-14 years. I am currently pursuing a Master's in Social Work. Fostering a loving and functional environment for children to develop well is at utmost importance to me. I will be a patient listener, a positive...
Mia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. My mother is a preschool teacher and was able to provide me several babysitting jobs for the kids that attended her school. I also had a nannying job over the summer. I have been a lifeguard for the past four summers too and provided private swim lessons to members of the country...
Jordan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I work full time and have a 3 year old and an 11 month old. I am often overly tired on a daily basis. My kids enjoyed Jordan's company. I felt at peace with them in her care and comfortable enough to take a nap while she watched over the kids. My oldest even threw...
Stephen L.
I am a 22 yr old ,looking for babysitting, dog sitting, and house sitting jobs in the Columbia area. I have been babysitting since I was 15, a full-time summer nanny for 3 years, lifeguard & just finished my first Graphic Design internship! I have a car and am very comfortable driving the kiddos around. I am happy to do light...
Meredith can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm an energetic, fun, and responsible sitter. I'm reliable and can accept last minute sitter positions. I've babysat children since I was 15, but I'm now looking for a more consistent nannying job. I love children, I have a 4-year-old sister that I care for often as well as a 10-year-old brother and 17-year-old sister. I have...
Jordan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been running summer camps and nannying/babysitting for the past 4 years so I'm experienced with all age groups! I'm energetic, creative, and positive. I'm also a Sophomore in Computer Science at USC so I'm well prepared to teach and help out with homework. I'm willing to do other tasks to help out around the house along...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Emma B.
Columbia, SC
$11-16/hr • 5 yrs exp
Throughout the past years, I amassed an extensive amount of experience with children ages newborn-11. Including work as a part-time nanny, date night babysitter, after-school counselor, and summer camp counselor. Additionally, I have cared for my four younger sisters since I was 11. My youngest sister has Down Syndrome, thus, I...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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...
Maggie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mary B.
Columbia, SC
$12-16/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very responsible, reliable, patient 22-year-old with approximately 7 years of experience caring for children. I have had multiple years of experience with childcare, I have been a long-term nanny, worked in church nurseries, and served as a camp counselor. The safety and well-being of children is my number one...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Isabel . I have 4 years of experience working as a Sunday school teacher for 5-12-year-olds, and previous nanny experience. I've also volunteered as a camp counselor for 5-year-olds, and currently tutor kids from elementary to high school. I can help take care of your children, drive them where they need/want...
Isabel can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Izzy is an amazing young woman! She spent the summer babysitting my boys. She was able to successfully bring my introverted and precocious nine-year-old out of his shell while keeping up with my very extroverted six-year-old who has ADHD and sensory-seeking issues....
Gabrielle G.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have worked in various daycares throughout the years and am currently teaching 6th grade at a school in Columbia. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I am currently looking for after-school and/or weekend jobs!
Nikki can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I worked at a daycare for a year, and have been babysitting my entire life. I am CPR certified and first aid trained.
Asha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi everyone, I'm Lydia, I am 20 years old and I attend the University of South Carolina where I major in Psychology! I am currently looking for a babysitting job every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for this upcoming fall. Morning to evening is ideal in order to keep me busy, and help pay my crazy rent. :) I love children and...
Lydia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Shanell and I'm a sophomore studying at the University of South Carolina. While enrolled, I want to help out as many families possible! I have over 9 years of babysitting experience dealing with all ages and last summer, I had the privilege of being a nanny. I am outgoing, fun, and a joy to be around! I would also...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been babysitting for over six years and love working with children. I used to nanny a teenager with autism for over a year and enjoyed every minute of it. I also attended the Special Olympics multiple years in a row. In high school I volunteered as an after school councilor at an under privileged elementary school and...
Lucia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
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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 $13.69.
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 42 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.