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Rates last updated September 2026
Dj B. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Dj

Columbia, SC
$14/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is DJ I’m 13 years old and I am from Columbia and looking for jobs for babysitting

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Special Needs
Grace L. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Grace

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

A little bit about me

Hello, My name is Gracie! I am currently a college student at Benedict college studying Pre-Medicine. I am 2x CPR and first aide certified. I have 3+ years in child care experience. I’m looking to watch your kid in a comfortable and teaching manner! Here to keep your kid safe and have fun while doing it!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Reagan B. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Reagan

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

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Reagan Benton. I am a Nursing student at USC and I am looking to find a summer babysitting job!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Caroline B. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Caroline

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

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Caroline, and I am a middle school and high school English and History teacher looking to nanny over the summer. In addition to teaching, I have spent two summers working with elementary schoolers in the foster care system. I love creating positive, enriching environments for children and am happy to assist with meal prep and light housework. I look forward to supporting you and your family this summer!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Isyss F. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Isyss

Columbia, SC
$13/hr
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

I am 22 years old. I come from a long line of people who work in the education field. I’m currently in school for early childhood education.

Have experience working with

Infants

Certification

CPR
Brianna L. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Brianna

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

A little bit about me

My name is Bri short for Brianna. I love kids, cleaning, and cooking. I also love animals. I aspire to become an entrepreneur, open my very own “Male Salon” one day. I am looking for full time positions. Adapting to and trying new things isn’t something I am afraid of. Thank you in advance!

Have experience working with

Infants

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Katherine M. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Katherine

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

A little bit about me

Hi, I'm Katherine Martin, a freshman at the University of South Carolina. I am a very active and hardworking student. I grew up babysitting and working with children. Last summer, I worked at a summer camp for kids of all ages. I love working and being around children!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

First Aid
Abbey L. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Abbey

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

A little bit about me

Hi!! My name is Abbey Lawson currently go to school at University of South Carolina. Have a flexible schedule would love to help babysit or nanny. Feel free the reach out would love to hear from you!
Sanau M. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Sanau

Columbia, SC
$16/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Sanau, I am a sophomore at UofsC! Im originally from Charleston,SC and am 19 years old. I love kids & have worked in after school programs & been a summer camp counselor for 3 years! I love to do arts & crafts, bake, & listen to music! I look forward to meeting you & your kiddos!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

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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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