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Loretta J.

Thornton, IL

from
$20/hr
20 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I'm a passionate childcare provider with over two decades of experience caring for children of all ages. Through my journey, I've discovered a deep passion for fostering the growth and development of young minds. I consider it a privilege to play a role in shaping children's lives and offering reliable support to their...
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Monitte E.

Chicago Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Bringing a decade of experience working with children aged newborn to 11, I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment for your little ones. My previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives while supporting families with reliable care. I am patient, creative, and...

Care Member says "Monitte continues to be the very best caregiver my son has ever had. She really cares about the children. "

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Noelle B.

Super Fun Babysitter With Good Energy And A Contagious Smile!

Country Club Hills, IL

4.8(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Noelle and I am a senior business management, pre-law major at University. I worked at a day camp for 3 years doing various activities such as: swimming, fun games, singing & dancing, and field trips (River, Bowling, and more!). I more recently have worked with 7 care. com families. I am a very fun, organized, and...

Tanya M. says "Noelle has a warm personality, offering kind and structured care for our 8 year old. She has excellent communication skills and is enthusiastic and...

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Maggie G.

Dyer, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! Looking for a fun, energetic, and responsible sitter? Look no further! My name is Maggie, I am 21 years old attending college in Michigan. I adore children of all ages and love watching them learn and grow. I have 5+ years of experience with all ages. I love spending time with kids and always have fun, creative, and new...

Care Member says "Maggie is very responsible and friendly. Kids love her. I trust her taking care of both my daughter and my dog. Plus, they both like her. She’s...

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Norma M.

House Keeper/ Cleaning/ Organizing/ Decluttering

Dyer, IN

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
I'm an experienced house keeper, I do cleaning. I am reliable, dependable and trustworthy. Decluttering service, organizing service. Tidy up. I am currently looking for part time/ work or full time.

Tricia S. says "Norma is passionate, kind, respectful and thoughtful. I believe she would be a benefit to you or your loved one."

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Salma C.

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Salma. I'm a creative 33-year-old, a French speaker, and currently looking for a part-time or full-time babysitting position. I love working with children-their curiosity and energy make them a joy to be around. I am responsible and dependable, yet also fun and energetic. I'm an aunt to 8 wonderful nieces and...

Care Member says "Salma is the best! She is very sweet, caring and patient with my two little ones. We have used her for over two years and my kids love her. She is...

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Maria F.

Part Time Nanny/babysitter

Blue Island, IL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Maria, I am 24 and hoping to be your next caregiver! I live in the Blue Island area and am currently a preschool teacher assistant in the oak lawn area. Additionally, I have 5+ years of nannying and daycare/childcare experience. I am currently in school working towards becoming an art teacher :) I am bilingual...

Victoria R. says "We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to...

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Jenna R.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!

Munster, IN

4.5(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...

Maria W. says "We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "

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Cassie J.

Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.

Alsip, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.

Anne M. says "Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always upbeat and truly...

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Kaitlyn C.

Mom Of 2 Looking To Help You!

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have plenty of experience caring for children. My daughter is 10 my son is 6. I love being around children and having fun with them. Caring for children is what I am truly good at and think I could be the perfect match for your family.

Jane W. says "Kaitlyn was sweet and asked great questions to find out how my kids would be best entertained. She handled multi tasking well and cleaned up when the kids...

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Samantha S.

I Am A Caring Teenager Who Loves To Provide Care To All Age Children

Lansing, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Background check COMPLETED & CLEARED by cants . CPR certified since 2018. Recently renewed 05/2025. For years, I have enjoyed babysitting children. I enjoy spending time with children and entertaining them, I love their energy and curiosity. I have great listening skills, and I show so much love and affection to the child(ren)...

Evon P. says "Samantha is a very nice and respectable young lady. She was gentle and caring with my two daughters. She kept my youngest daughter who usual cries all day...

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Rianna R.

Steger, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have a lot of experience when it comes to caring for children as that was job before becoming a nurse. I am now a postpartum nurse caring for newborns and new moms. I am looking for some work on the side as I do miss babysitting.

Laura V. says "She is amazing and the kids love her so much! I would definitely recommend Rianna!!"

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Lawannada A.

Loving Nanny And Babysitter

Riverdale, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a loving mother of 6. I have been working in child care for over 10 years. I have worked and volunteered along my mother at her daycare. In which I have been an assistant preschool teacher.

Jamal H. says "She's an beautiful person very friendly and kind"

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Kathryn C.

Looking For Peace Of Mind?

Dyer, IN

4.7(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I am have several years of childcare experience. I have experience from working with newborns to school age children. I have previously been a full time nanny, as well as worked in childcare facilities. I have many certifications: Sleep safe/ reduce Sudden Unexpected Infant Death, CPR, First aid, Child Abuse and Neglect...

Edith W. says "We hired Katie as our nanny and she was great, very punctual and professional. Would definitely recommend."

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Felice W.

Caring And Trustworthy Sitter With Flexible Availability

Crestwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Greetings! My name is Felice, and I LOVE LOVE LOVE children! Caring for children comes so very natural for me, and I realized this early on in life. My first job was babysitting, which I continued on throughout high school, college, and my adulthood, Family is my number one priority, so I made sure that my career choice would...

Care Member says "Felice is amazing! It was our first time having our daughter being taking care of by someone who isn’t us and Felice calmed our nerves! She’s very...

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Brittany W.

Brittany

Oak Forest, IL

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I look forward to meeting you & your family! I am hoping to be the go to date day/night babysitter for a few families in the southwest suburbs or downtown Chicago. At the moment I am available during the evenings & weekends. I also have a somewhat flexible schedule & can be available last minute during the day. I am a...

Jeff S. says "Brittany's energy, positivity and true love for children make our entire family happy when she comes for a visit."

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Dinora R.

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
A few family members work in the flight industry and I was the on call sitter sometimes starting at night and finishing in the morning. I have 3 nieces and 1 nephew that I have watched over for 8 years. I was also a sitter for a family with 2 girls between the ages of 5 and 9 for a couple years. Pets are no issue for me since I...

Nicol R. says "She's very engaging with the kids. Seems to really understand how a child's mind thinks. She has a great energy and is very creative."

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Jordan R.

Richton Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
A dedicated and experienced nanny and babysitting with 5 years of hands-on experience, specializing in the care of newborns and toddlers. Skilled in providing a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment, she is well-versed in feeding, diapering, sleep routines, and age-appropriate activities. Highly adaptable to the needs of...

Temitope O. says "She is the best babysitter i ever known "

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Mariah W.

Nurse Midwife Available For Part-time/Date Night Help

Markham, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Mariah I am nurse midwife and women's health nurse practitioner. I currently live in Markham, IL. I would love to use my experience as a midwife, registered nurse to be of assistance for occasional date nights or getaways. I can offer more availability during the week for the right family and fit. I am...

Jenna K. says "Mariah was punctual and prepared for our in person meet-up! She was kind and more than qualified to care for children of all ages. Unfortunately, we ended...

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Ava T.

child care

Schererville, IN

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! My names Ava and I have graduated with a Bachelors in Psychology with minors in forensic science and criminal justice! I am now attending Butler University for my masters in Mental Health Counseling. I'm currently looking for part-time childcare jobs in Lake County! I have nine years of experience babysitting different...

Rose L. says "Ava is incredible and anyone would be lucky to have her as a helping hand. We hired Ava as a part time nanny the entire summer for my two daughters. Ava...

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  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Thornton, IL

Babysitters in Thornton, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Monitte E.

Monitte continues to be the very best caregiver my son has ever had. She really cares about the children.

- Care member

Noelle B.

Noelle has a warm personality, offering kind and structured care for our 8 year old. She has excellent communication skills and is...

- Tanya M.

Maggie G.

Maggie is very responsible and friendly. Kids love her. I trust her taking care of both my daughter and my dog. Plus, they both like her....

- Care member

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Thornton, IL:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Thornton, IL can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 1 babysitters in Thornton, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Thornton, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 per hour as of November 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Thornton, IL through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.

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