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Caroline B. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Caroline

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

A little bit about me

I love to let my inner child out while playing with little ones, that builds a special bond between us. I like to lead by example with kindness and empathy.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Ahlaysha W. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Ahlaysha

Columbia, SC
$14/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello i’m ahlaysha, i have plenty of experience with working with kids from ages 3-13. i started babysitting for family members for free in middle school. then i moved on to working at summer camps for the past three years, i currently work at an after school program. i love working with kids and helping them learn and grow, whether it’s learning numbers and shapes to help with math homework im ready and prepared for it all.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Barbara W. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Barbara

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

A little bit about me

I'm 64 yes old I'm a Christian I don't drink I don't smoke only thing I don't have a car right now. I'm hoping it's not a problem

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Saniya E. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Saniya

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

A little bit about me

Hi i’m saniya or Niya! I’ve been working with kids for about two years! I’ve worked as a after school teacher as well! I love children and i enjoy helping parents out!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Sierra S. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Sierra

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

A little bit about me

My name is Sierra Im looking for a summer job. Im in college and majoring in chemistry. I love kids and would love to be a helping hand.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kerri A. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Kerri

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

A little bit about me

My name is Kerri Argetsinger I am a junior in college at University of South Carolina. I am an early education major studying to be a teacher. I have had years of experience with babysitting and have worked at a daycare for a year while I have worked with ages 0-5.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

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Ty'Yonnah R. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Ty'Yonnah

Columbia, SC
$13.84/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Tyyonnah Ragin, I am 18 years old. I recently graduated high school, and I really enjoy kids. I’ve been doing this for about 2 years now, but I’ve always been experienced with being around kids.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Thomas P. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Thomas

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

A little bit about me

As a member of a big family, I’ve grown up with kids all my life. This great rapport with children has followed me in my professional life as every job I’ve had has involved working with kids!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Sydney R. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Sydney

Columbia, SC
$14/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I will be a junior in college in the fall of 2024 at the University of South Carolina majoring in Marketing and Supply Chain, with a Sport Management minor. I am enthusiastic about sports, baking, working out, traveling, and reading. I am from Anderson, SC and I played lacrosse and did competitive cheerleading. I love going on vacation and I plan to study abroad Spring 2025. I love going to USC football and basketball games, and I love going for walks and to the pool.

Certification

CPR

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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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