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Mckinley S.

Fun Part Time Nanny!

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is McKinley! I am a senior nursing student at University of South Carolina! I have babysat/nannied since I was in the 8th grade! The past 3 years I have consistently nannied for 2 different families part time and have loved it! My most recent nannying position I nannied a baby boy from age 1 month to he is now about to...

Care Member says "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,...

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Katie A.

Part-time Nanny Available MWF And Some Weekends

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
I have a B. S. Family Child Studies with a Concentration in Child Development, I have babysat many children ranging from newborn to 10 years old. I am patient, fun and love to play with children and care for them. I am always sure to watch them and make sure they are being safe and I will always do as the parents ask.

Natalia K. says "Katie provided such loving care to my infant daughter while I was temporarily at Fort Sam for training. She is such a kind, dependable and responsible...

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Camille R.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
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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Margarita S.

Full Time/part Time Nanny

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Irena T.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Throughout high school and college, I was very involved in babysitting within my neighborhood and community. And as the oldest of nine grandchildren, I naturally became the go-to family babysitter and have experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to early teens (0-14 years old). In addition to childcare...

MaryPat T. says "Irena would be a great choice to watch children. She is smart, trustworthy and dependable and mindful of the importance of safety when caring for others...

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Gabriella V.

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

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
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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Audrey H.

Babysitter/Housekeeper Available For Part Time Work

Columbia, SC

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Taryn J.

Columbia, SC

4.8(1)
from
$18/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I have 20 years experience working with children. I babysit occasionally, do after school pick up, nanny, and currently work the front office at a daycare center. 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...

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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Evelyn A.

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! Thank you kindly for visiting my profile! I've been a personal assistant, babysitter & dog sitter for well over 13 years. I love the bonds that I form with the kids & families. I also speak Russian and English. I do work part time remotely for a medical office. Please advise that if being asked to watch your kids during the...

Adeline B. says "Evelyn was very sweet to my baby. She kept me updated regularly and I appreciated that. We would hire her again!"

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Morgan P.

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Morgan, and I'm looking for a nanny position starting in January. I'm a junior Early Childhood Education major at the University of South Carolina with 12 years of babysitting experience and time as both a part-time and full-time nanny. Certifications: CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding, Babysitting, Playground Safety...

Care Member says "Morgan watches my boys on date nights. She does crafts and plays games with them and they love her! She is also great at getting them to go to bed....

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Annie S.

Fun, Attentive, And Responsible Babysitter

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there!! I am currently a senior in college and I would be more than happy to help you out with your child/children. I do have an internship right now but I am able to have another job part time so I'm looking to babysit! I am experienced with all age groups, even infants! I genuinely enjoy being around babies and children and...

Emily C. says "Annie watched my 4-month old during the day for 5 weeks this summer. Annie was so caring and patient with the baby."

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Lauren S.

Columbia, SC

3.5(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
My name is Lauren. I live in Columbia just beind the V. A hospital. I am 37 years old with years of experence with Children of all ages. MY CPR and FIRST AID isn't current, however willing to make it current. I have 68+ credit hours in Early Childhood Eduaction with a background in special needs. I don't mind traveling with...

Christie C. says "Lauren has been so great to our family. She is wonderful with children. We feel so comfortable with her having our boys. I feel so lucky that we found...

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Isabella P.

Experienced And Nurturing Part-time Babysitter

Columbia, SC

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Bella, and I am so excited to be a potential babysitter for your family! I'd describe my personality as empathetic, patient, enthusiastic, and dependable. I like working with kids because I love being able to use my creativity and playfulness to create an environment that enhances children's development and growth....
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Samantha T.

Part-time Nanny Available

Columbia, SC

from
$10/hr
7 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Lauren W.

Part Time Babysitter Looking For A Family To Work With

Columbia, SC

from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 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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Keanna M.

Part-time Sitter

Columbia, SC

from
$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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Macey B.

Part-time Babysitter

Columbia, SC

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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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Sarah D.

Full Time Or Part Time Babysitter/Nanny

Columbia, SC

from
$8/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 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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Kayla R.

Part-time Babysitter

Columbia, SC

from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been caring for children for over 6 years! I love kids they bring me joy! From helping them learn to making food and cleaning up after them. To showing them how new activities and watching them glow and get excited as they experience something new and foreign. It all brings me joy. Patience is always key, but once a child...
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Amber D.

Part-Time Caregiver

Columbia, SC

from
$18/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
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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  • 60 part time child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.61/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated part time child care is 4.7

Recent part time child care reviews from local parents in Columbia, SC

Part Time Child Care in Columbia, SC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 60 listed part time child care

Mckinley S.

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...

- Care member

Katie A.

Katie provided such loving care to my infant daughter while I was temporarily at Fort Sam for training. She is such a kind, dependable and...

- Natalia K.

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.

FAQs for finding part time child care near you in Columbia, SC

Every caregiver on Care.com chooses their own hourly rate and because of this, part time child care rates can vary based on factors like how experienced the caregiver is, where you live, and how many children require care. That being said, the average hourly rate for part time child care providers near you in SC is $16.61.

To safely hire part time child care near you in Columbia, SC, there are a few steps we strongly recommend you take to learn more about the candidates you are considering hiring. To start, you can run a private background check. You can also interview candidates and can request references from former employers. While we do request that all Care.com part time child care providers complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (all part time child care providers who complete a CareCheck have a badge on their profile that displays the date it was run), we do recommend doing your own due diligence.

The neat part about Care.com, is you can review many different caregiver profiles until you find a part time child care provider near you in Columbia, SC who can meet your family’s needs. Each caregiver lists the responsibilities they feel comfortable helping with on their Care.com profile and you can conduct interviews to learn more about the exact responsibilities they can help you out with.

When you do interview a part time child care provider near you in Columbia, SC, you can ask them about their work experience, can inquire as to what caregiving responsibilities they can help with, and can ask them how they would handle certain situations. For example, if your child struggles with homework time, you can ask them how they would handle situations like your child refusing to do their homework.

You can interview a few different child care providers until you find one who can provide you with the part time child care you need for however many hours you require. You can set the hours and can find someone whose schedules line up with yours. There are 46 part time child care providers near you in Columbia, SC who may be able to provide you with the right amount of care.

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