Find a child care provider near you in Columbus, OH

How often do you need a child care provider?

900 child care in Columbus · most families pay $16–$20/hr

Hire a child care provider in Columbus, OH

Rates last updated August 2026
Sydney R. - Seeking Work in Columbus

Nanny Sydney

Columbus, OH
$13/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Sydney and im a current culinary student in college. I am caring, hardworking and passionate about my job and caring for children. I have experience caring for young children and find it very rewarding to help children meet their goals and milestones. I often care for my siblings, friends children and babysit for others as well. I speak English and Swedish

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Xylvia F. - Seeking Work in Columbus

Nanny Xylvia

Columbus, OH
$17/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, I am Xylvia Francis. I currently moved to Columbus last month and am so excited for all the new opportunity it has provided with me already. I am 19 and currently doing online school to pressure business. I love working and am very energetic and love doing and meeting new people. My hobbies include reading, going to the gym, and cooking! I want to travel the world one day and do as many things and learn as much as I can.

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Milly P. - Seeking Work in Columbus

Nanny Milly

Columbus, OH
$25/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Milly! I’m super outgoing and creative and I love finding fun activities for the kids. I have a great work ethic, and I love people! I have lots of experience with kids, including professional experience babysitting for multiple families. I also have experience in party planning for children’s birthdays.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

How often do you need a child care provider?

Claire K. - Seeking Work in Columbus

Nanny Claire

Columbus, OH
$18/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Claire, I'm 22, and I'm studying forensic anthropology at OSU! I love arts and crafts, reading, and taking walks in nature. I have a passion for childcare; I believe children make our lives so much brighter!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Maddie A. - Seeking Work in Columbus

Nanny Maddie

Columbus, OH
$16/hr
Part-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a college student who loves working with kids. I have been a babysitter for 6 years and worked as a daycare teacher for 2 years.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Tayler B. - Seeking Work in Columbus

Nanny Tayler

Columbus, OH
$12/hr
Part-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

I took care of my siblings growing up and my neighbors kids while they were at work.... Im young but very responsible.. Im a mom myself... I have a 2 year old daughter and expecting another one in September just needing a lil Extra money for school and being a mom:)

Have experience working with

Infants

Want to find more child care in your area?

Get Started
Emily H. - Seeking Work in Columbus

Nanny Emily

Columbus, OH
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I love kids and animals. I have worked in multiple daycares working with kids aged 6 weeks to 5 years but I have never worked as a nanny. I used to help my mom with her home daycare and gone with her to her nanny jobs a few times.

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Paige T. - Seeking Work in Columbus

Nanny Paige

Columbus, OH
$16/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My name is Paige Tomasi. I am an experienced nanny for a family in Dublin, looking for a new opportunity.
•Reliable and consistent
•Focuses on balance of play, education, and character development
•Flexible to family work/home lifestyle
•Flexible time and schedule
•Able to drive and commute with children (Valid driver’s license)
•Previous experience for local youth development program (infant-13yrs)
•Nearly 1 year nanny for a 3yr old
•Recommendation available upon request.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Victoria V. - Seeking Work in Columbus

Nanny Victoria

Columbus, OH
$25/hr
Part-time
3 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Tori, a full-time registered nurse that works on an inpatient acute care floor. I have experience caring for a variety of people, including my friend’s children that I love like my own. In my free time, I love to read, play games, spend time with friends, bake, and relax with my pets. Looking for opportunities outside of the hospital to spend time with and care for others :)

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

We’re here for you at every step of the process

Finding your nanny

Finding your nanny

Create your profile and connect with nannies that fit your needs.
Hiring your nanny

Hiring your nanny

Run a background check and finalize the details.
Paying your nanny

Paying your nanny

Ease the process of payments and taxes with our payroll service.
Start Your Search
Assortment of photographs arranged loosely on top of one another

Share your nanny with another family

Enjoy attentive care and have playmates for your kids, all at a reasonable cost.
Learn about nanny sharing

Start browsing child care near you

Nearby cities to find a child care provider

Image of a piggy bank

What’s the average cost of a child care provider in Columbus, OH?

The average cost of a child care provider in Columbus, OH is $18.86 per hour. Most Columbus families on Nanny Lane pay $16 to $20/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
Learn more about child care provider costs

How to Find Affordable Child Care in Columbus, OH

Nanny Lane is a child care website to help you find child care near your area in Columbus Columbus. Our child care services include background checks, a dedicated hiring agent, and payroll.

Understand the Different Types of Child Care in Columbus, OH

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.

Find what works best for you and your family. Nanny Lane’s child care services are here to help you along the way.

Popular searches in
Columbus, OH