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Annabrook A.

Part Time Caregiver

Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
5 years experience
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...
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Part-time Babysitter

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Macey and I am a recent graduate of the University of South Carolina (Go Gamecocks). I am taking a year off before Law School and am interested in a Nanny position. I cared for two children (starting ages of 2 and 3) on a consistent basis for a little under two years (until I left for school) and absolutely adored...
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Part-Time Care Giver Available

Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
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.
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Full Time Or Part Time Babysitter/Nanny

Columbia, SC

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$8/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am the oldest of five children, so I have grown up taking care of children. I have also babysat for my church in the nursery and for the ladies bible study on Tuesday mornings. I have nannied for a summer for two girls under the age of 8. I am very down to earth and very careful with young ones. I have been babysitting since I...
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Part-time Babysitter

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hey there! I haven't been active in my account for awhile now but hope to make a change with that! I have been a preschool teacher close to 6 years now. I'm an artist in my free time. I have done summer art camps, community work and babysat many of my own students throughout the years. I am very kind and patient and would have...
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Part-Time Caregiver

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello! One of my favorite parts about working in child care is being able to make a child's everyday life a little magical and watch their personalities and imaginations blossom. This is why I love being a care taker. A little bit about my experience: I used to babysit for a 6-year-old girl for about a year on and off. She was...
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Part-time Nanny Available

Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
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...
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Part-time Sitter

Columbia, SC

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$13/hr
1 year experience
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm married and my husband is retired military! I have three kids, two in college and one at home and he's in middle school seventh grade! I love kids and looking forward to providing care for them!
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
I have cared for children ages 4-13 while babysitting as well as working as an environmental educator teaching kids ages 3-18. I am a very responsible, friendly person and enjoy getting experience caring for children. I love being outside and having a fun time with the kids. I have done various tasks which included playing with...

Nicole O. says "Camille filled in for our normal babysitter a couple of times and she was great. She took the kids outside to play and played dress up with them. They...

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Babysitter/Housekeeper Available For Part Time Work

Columbia, SC

5.0(0)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
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...
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Part Time Babysitter Looking For A Family To Work With

Columbia, SC

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
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.
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Full Time/part Time Nanny

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
As a nanny, I have years of experience caring for children of most ages. In my previous role as daytime nanny to a busy family of two children, I learned how difficult it can be to manage the varying needs of children in diverse stages of development. I honed the ability to care for each child individually, while paying close...

Nicole T. says "Margarita it very professional, kind and loving. She has been caring for my daughter for four months now and my baby absolutely loves her. "

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Part-time Seasonal Babysitter/pet Sitter Available (summer Only)

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Current doctoral student at the University of South Carolina. Completed undergrad at the George Washington University in Washington, DC, studying exercise science, public health, and pre-medical studies. Member of the Varsity Track and Cross Country Team. Completed masters degree at Columbia University studying applied...

Dan S. says "Gabriella helped us out over the summer with our 9 and 4 year olds and she was fantastic. Was extremely reliable and had excellent communication, above and...

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Nanny

Columbia, SC

4.8(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
I have 20 years experience working with children. I babysit occasionally, do after school pick up, and currently nanny. I have a little one of my own. I am currently working on getting my own preschool business up and running. I am looking to nanny part time in the mornings. I would love to be considered in helping out your...

Sharen R. says "Taryn is amazing with children. She spends quality time and loves on my kids as if they were her own!"

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Mobile Mommy With 18+ Years Experience Loving, Teaching & Caring For Kids

Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
I'm a semi retired active empty nester mom to 2 very well rounded successful young men. I work part-time from home as an Accountant. I am not a professional sitter relying on sitting as my only income. For 30 yrs I was a working mom & experienced difficulties in finding good reliable help with my children. The best way to offer...
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Columbia, SC

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi!! I adore working with children and am looking for a part time position with hours anywhere between 15-30 or more! I have years of experience in childcare with over 7 years of babysitting neighborhood kids and over 2 years of working full time at a daycare. At my daycare (a job I adored)! I worked with kids ages 1to 6...
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Columbia, SC

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi everyone, my name is Meaghan and I am 19 years old!! Although I am originally from Delaware, I am currently a freshman at the University of South Carolina (and a member of UofSC's Honors College), pursuing a degree in Biology with the hopes of becoming a pediatric surgeon. I am a very responsible, caring, and energetic...
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Available For Weekend Babysitting

Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Experience: Full-time Nanny (June-August 2010 and June-August 2011): ages 9 and 12 Part-time Nanny (June-August 2012; June 2014-May 2016): ages 3 months, 3, 6, 9, and 12 Babysitter (2008-present): varying ages Responsibilities: -preparing meals -laundry -driving to various activities -looking after pets -assisting with...
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Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I'm a senior at the University of South Carolina, majoring in hospitality management and minoring in social media. I am from Colts Neck, NJ, but I am looking for a part time job located in Columbia, SC for the school year!
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About Me

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! I am a recent university graduate with the aspiration of becoming a pediatrician. I currently work as a part-time behavior technician, so I spend most of my time working with children with autism and other developmental delays. I implement individualized plans to improve their behavior and independent functions. Prior to...
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  • 54 part time babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.53/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time babysitters is 4.8

Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in Columbia, SC

Part Time Babysitters in Columbia, SC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 54 listed part time babysitters

Camille R.

Camille filled in for our normal babysitter a couple of times and she was great. She took the kids outside to play and played dress up with...

- Nicole O.

Margarita S.

Margarita it very professional, kind and loving. She has been caring for my daughter for four months now and my baby absolutely loves her.

- Nicole T.

Gabriella V.

Gabriella helped us out over the summer with our 9 and 4 year olds and she was fantastic. Was extremely reliable and had excellent...

- Dan S.

FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in Columbia, SC

You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Columbia, SC. While all babysitters on Care.com undergo an annual background check called a CareCheck, it’s best to do your own due diligence before hiring babysitters such as interviewing them, reviewing references, and running your own background check.

When a babysitter is needed part-time and you plan to work with them on a regular basis, you may want to interview a few different candidates. After setting up interviews near you in Columbia, SC, you can ask each babysitter questions about their work style and experience and you can also introduce them to your children to see who they naturally click with.

How much babysitters are paid near you in Columbia, SC depends on a wide variety of factors including how experienced the babysitter is, how many children require care, and the types of babysitting duties you want them to take on. Keeping all of that in mind, the average hourly rate for part-time babysitters in Columbia, SC is $15.53.

If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in Columbia, SC, you can use Care.com to make your search easier. You can review the profiles of different part-time babysitters until you find one who has the experience you’re looking for and whose rates align with your budget.

Part-time babysitters near you in Columbia, SC offer a variety of services, but most focus on providing short-term care for children. Usually you hire a part-time babysitter for one-off babysitting needs such as when you’re attending a child-free wedding or have an appointment you can’t bring your children to. Part-time babysitters can help with homework, light cooking, and keeping your child entertained while you’re out of the house.

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