Find a child care provider near you in Columbia, SC

How often do you need a child care provider?

676 child care in Columbia · most families pay $14.97–$18.25/hr

Hire a child care provider in Columbia, SC

Rates last updated August 2026
Ella B. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Ella

Columbia, SC
$13/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Ella Bjorn and I am Interested in nannying for a great family!

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Cece K. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Cece

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

A little bit about me

I’m 19 a senior at Spring Hill High School. Play lacrosse. Love working with special ed. Love all kids like there mines.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Kayla C. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Kayla

Columbia, SC
$8.75/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I am currently employed at the plex hi wire indoor sports trampoline park where I host kids parties any age, I am a junior at Benedict college majoring in environmental health science. I have partnered with keep America beautiful and the special olympics, I absolutely have a passion for children and animals. I hope to care for your beautiful child. My current job is extremely flexible I mostly work on the weekends

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

How often do you need a child care provider?

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
Taylor B. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Taylor

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

A little bit about me

I'm a junior attending University of South Carolina. I graduated from Batavia High School. I'm looking for a summer nanny position. I have my own car & can drive to daily activities & sports.

I worked for All-Star Sports for three summers, so I have experience with kids & enjoy spending time with them.

I've played soccer & volleyball all my life. My extra-curricular activities in high school included school & club travel sports and Link Crew which helped incoming freshmen get acclimated with the school.

At University of South Carolina, I joined Kappa Kappa Gamma and Psi Chi Honor Society. I am a psychology major with minors in advertising/public relations and sport & entertainment management.

Certification

CPR
Katherine E. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Katherine

Columbia, SC
$15.50/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi I’m Katherine Engle im a 19 year old out of school who’s Patient, creative, & responsible nanny with 5+ years experience, excellent with infants through elementary and up. Skilled in crafting educational games & managing routines. Certified in CPR & First Aid. Available for long-term partnership! I look forward to meeting you!

Have experience working with

Infants

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Want to find more child care in your area?

Get Started
Rebecca R. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Rebecca

Columbia, SC
$17/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

I am Rebecca! I am a 24 year old with a bachelors in Psychology with a focus in child development. I am currently working on a masters in Clinical Psychology with a focus in Forensic Psychology. I am CPR certified and First Aid certified. I have 5 years experience working with children ages 2 to 18 years old.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Janiya H. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Janiya

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

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Janiya, I’m 20 years old. I’m currently a caregiver, I work with an 11 year girl who has special needs. I love to color, read, listen to music and hang out with family and friends. I would love to start babysitting soon for full time. Thank You

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Lauren L. - Seeking Work in Columbia

Nanny Lauren

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

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is lauren, and I’m a 20-year-old nanny originally from Maryland that with 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to school-aged kids. I have a special love for newborns and truly enjoy nurturing and supporting their early development. Being around little ones has always felt natural to me, and I dream of becoming a mom one day.

I bring a calm, caring presence to any home, and I’m passionate about creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment for children. I’m also very active — I love spending time at the pool or beach, and I enjoy incorporating outdoor play and sunshine into the daily routine when possible. Fun fact: my favorite color is yellow — I think it reflects my warm and cheerful personality!

I’d love the opportunity to bring my experience and energy to a family who values genuine care and connection.

Have experience working with

Infants

Child care by neighbourhood in Columbia

Narrow your search to the part of the city you actually live in.

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 Columbia, SC?

The average cost of a child care provider in Columbia, SC is $16.37 per hour. Most Columbia families on Nanny Lane pay $14.97 to $18.25/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
Learn more about child care provider costs

How to Find Affordable Child Care in Columbia, SC

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

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.

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
Columbia, SC