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Riley N. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Riley

Columbia, SC
$15/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hey there! I'm Riley, a dedicated and enthusiastic babysitter with a love for kids and a knack for keeping them entertained. I am a rising junior at the University of South Carolina and I am currently majoring in Psychology. I bring a blend of fun, safety, and reliability to every babysitting session. When I'm not busy caring for children, you can find me dancing, golfing, and shopping! I have a clean driving record along with my own transportation. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I look forward to meeting your family and becoming your go-to sitter!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Lydia K. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Lydia

Columbia, SC
$25 - $35/hr
Full-time
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Lydia I've been working with kids in sport for over 10 years. In my free time I like to take dance lessons

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Madelyn V. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Madelyn

Columbia, SC
$15/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a college softball player that is still in school working towards a degree in Chemistry and a minor in Environmental Sciences. I am doing an internship this summer through my college and will have lots of free time.

Have experience working with

Infants

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Tahjai J. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Tahjai

Columbia, SC
$18/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

I’m a 22 year old female and i’ve been working with kids for about 4 years. I’ve always worked in Licensed Daycares , and babysat 24/7 on the side. I’ve worked with kids all ages from Infants to preschoolers!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kimberly L. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Kimberly

Columbia, SC
$20/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Kimberly I’ve worked as a full-time nanny for 3 years taking care of three kids, and I really loved it. I enjoy being around children and helping them feel safe, happy, and comfortable. I have experience with things like meals, homework, playtime, and keeping a routine. I’m patient, reliable, and good at handling multiple kids at once, and I just really enjoy being someone families can trust.
Terri Jo H. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Terri Jo

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

A little bit about me

I'm 50 years old have a cheweenie that goes everywhere with me. I like taking walks, planting flowers and just being outdoors. I can be silly and fun or very serious when necessary. Lots of times I say a baby is what I'm missing in my life so I have my dog.

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Ebony B. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Ebony

Columbia, SC
$18/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi, my name is Ebony Brown, and I truly believe it takes a village to raise a family. I have hands-on experience raising my own daughter and caring for my nephews, nieces, and cousins, with experience working with children from newborns to age 16.

I am patient, nurturing, dependable, energetic, and calm under pressure. I connect easily with children and help them feel safe, supported, and understood. In addition to childcare, I offer household services including cooking, cleaning, running errands, laundry, and organizing.

I am comfortable with cats and dogs (size discussed in advance) and have limited transportation, which I communicate clearly. I am reliable, consistently available, and take pride in being someone families can trust as part of their village.

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Infants
Special Needs
Anajah G. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Anajah

Columbia, SC
$19/hr
Full-time
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I do have paid child care experience working at an afterschool program as well as having 2 kids myself. I do have a license as well as own vehicle.
Anjie P. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Anjie

Columbia, SC
$13/hr
Full-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Angalique, Angie for short! I’m 19, currently in the process of joining the US Navy! I have 6 siblings so along with paid babysitter experience, I also have years of unpaid experience as well LOL! I am also great with special needs children as well!

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Infants
Special Needs

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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How to Find Affordable Child Care in Columbia, SC

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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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