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Maria E. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Maria

Columbia, SC
$20/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Im 53 years old compassionate, had worked in Home Health Care for over 12 years, 2 years of temporary custody through the State for a newborn and a 6 year old. I enjoy working with children and the elderly.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Ala W. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Ala

Columbia, SC
$14.50/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I am a young woman who finds beauty in watching children blossom and want to able to be a part of taking care of them and making them always feel safe, important, and taken care of. I don’t enforce punishments or scolding unless given permission by the parents of said child/ children.
Abby W. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Abby

Columbia, SC
$16/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Abby I am 1& years old and love Caring for children. I strive to make them smile and laugh. I have a baby brother that is 6 and he is my world. he has inspired me to show others the love I show for him. I would love to venture
Into the nanny world to help others that need extra hands. I enjoy cooking, cleaning, playing games and ofc dance party’s!!! I really enjoy bringing light onto others ! I can’t wait to see what this will bring me.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Kiante T. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Kiante

Columbia, SC
$14.50/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is kiante . Great with kids , i’m active have great stories going to the military in a year . Male 20

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sa’Iria S. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Sa’Iria

Columbia, SC
$14/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Sa’Iria Brooks. I’m 20 years old high school graduate, who’s attending school for my CNA License and my Esthetician license as well. No kids of my own and I also live on my own. I’m very well mannered and very clean. I love kids and older adult. May passion is to one day own my own Daycare Assistance and Assisted Living Facility. I really hope I’m a great match for your family and I look forward to working for you! Thank you.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Denni M. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Denni

Columbia, SC
$15/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Meet Denni, aka The Nanny DEN!!! I have been in childcare, since I was a child, myself...I have experience working with infants, as young as 2 months old, high school aged children, and every age in between. I have worked with a minimum of one child, and a maximum of 4 children, as a private nanny. I have professional experience, in a daycare setting, as a teacher for infant, toddler, and preschool aged children. I have been a teaching assistant, in middle, and high school, and I was also a substitute teacher, for elementary, middle, and high school aged students.

I am currently a nanny, in Columbia, SC!!! I am looking to help families, in need of a part-time childcare provider. If you, or anyone you know, are looking for a morning nanny, please reach out.

Thank you

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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Shamoni S. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Shamoni

Columbia, SC
$15/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a sweet, personable, and compassionate person with a natural ability to connect with and care for children.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Phoenix J. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Phoenix

Columbia, SC
$22/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

my name is Phoenix I am 20 years old with many years of experience in the classroom, volunteering with the youth, and I have taken several early development classes!

I have had 2 back ground checks in the last year, one in June 2025 - , I had an additional background check in March through care. com(an app for Nannie's & parents to connect) I'm open to any additional background checks !

•I have Monday , Tuesday(all day) , & Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings available in April
* could potentially be available Sundays as well if needed

• I have reliable transportation (I can fit 4 passengers)

• in addition to babysitting I also have experience in home cleaning/ organizing! Im available for a 2-in-1 service

Child Care References are available :)
• I’d love to set up an in person or virtual interview with you !
Feel free to message me any questions you may have I look forward to hearing from you

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Jasmine W. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Jasmine

Columbia, SC
$15/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello I am a sophomore in college that is majoring in early childhood education and I’m looking for a par time job when I don’t work because this is really my passion and I want to help our future generation prosper I also work at the sunshine house daycare on broad river where I got cpr certified and completed all required trainings.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in Columbia, SC?

The average cost of a child care provider in Columbia, SC is $16.49 per hour. Most Columbia families on Nanny Lane pay $15 to $19/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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Understand the Different Types of Child Care in Columbia, SC

If you’re looking for affordable child care, you should explore the different types of care and how they compare to each other. What are the differences between a solo nanny and a nanny share? What about a nanny share vs. daycare? Or nanny share vs. nursery school? Or a solo nanny vs. an au pair? What is a nanny share?

There are lots of options to find affordable child care that works best for your family, and Nanny Lane’s child care services is here to help along the way.

Explore the Costs of Different Child Care Options

There are various types of child care (solo nanny, nanny share, etc), with different levels of costs. For how much to pay a nanny, key factors that determine cost are experience, the number of children, where you live, and much more. In addition, during the hiring process, you should be considerate of how to handle expenses (e.g. gas, food, etc.).

If you choose a nanny as the best child care option for your family, there are ways to save on nanny costs like an afterschool co-op or having relatives who live close offer child care support on certain days.

Alternatively, you can split the costs of a nanny. There are lots of different nanny share setups that highlight how to make nanny shares even if the kids are different ages. With a nanny share, you can find a family first or hire a nanny and consider creating a nanny share. Either way, a nanny share is the most affordable way to employ a nanny.

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