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60 nannies are listed in Thornton, IL
The average rate is $32/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 4 years
Nannies in Thornton, IL
Gina S.
Highland, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm a married mom with a 21-year-old son studying at Indiana University Bloomington. I genuinely enjoy being a nanny. I'm comfortable with newborns and love all ages! Currently, I'm a full-time nanny for a 7-year-old, a 4-year-old, and 14-month-old twins for over two years. They're moving, so I'm available to start with...
Gina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gina was with our family for five years. She is someone who is extremely reliable, trustworthy, honest and sincere. She started off as the nanny and quickly became part of our family. She watched our daughter starting from 6 months to 5 years of age and our son...
Care member
4.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Welcome to my profile,
My name is Samantha, I am a full time student - I attend beauty school from wed-sat 9-5. I am looking for a part time position. Preferably on Mondays + Tuesdays or nights. I have many years of experience taking care of kids of many different ages. I can provide references. I also have my own...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Samantha has been excellent as a nanny for us. She is extremely reliable and has come in early and stayed late multiple times. She has even worked on unexpected days with very short notice. Our kids absolutely love her and she has been great at following the...
Cortney R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"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 messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you."
Victoria R.
4.7
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have a little over 2 years experience with being a nanny. I feel comfortable working with up to 4 kids at a time.
I have experience with a wide range of age groups, ranging from 10 months to 10 years old, and have been hired by 4 different families from this site.
When accepting roles I like to become a part of the...
Mireya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My 5-year-old daughter absolutely loves when Mireya comes over. She is trustworthy, reliable, and great with kids. I feel completely comfortable with her quality of care for my child."
Quiana A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Grace! I am 28 years old and currently a part-time nanny for a1-year-old girl. I'm looking to add another part-time position or help out on an as-needed basis. I absolutely adore children and find nothing more rewarding than watching them grow and interacting with them. I have eight years of experience with taking care...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Grace was a great babysitter for the short time I had her. I have 3 kids and she was great with my children. I would recommend her for anyone."
Season E.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am a reliable, energetic and loving Nanny looking for a long term opportunity to work with a new family. With over 10 years nurturing and teaching children from infants to pre-teens, I love that they are inquisitive, intelligent and authentic.
My strengths are making learning fun and building confidence through...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very loving and nurturing. Lord of experience"
Camille E.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Judy and I have 2 grown children of my own. I worked as a Paraprofessional in the school district I lived in for the past 18 years and being a nanny was a second job for me. I love children and enjoy helping them. Some of the families that I have worked for over the past 10 years have been wonderful...
Judy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"She is an awesome person.
Took care of and tutored my autistic son for
4 years. Lots of energy and a big heart.
Very well respected too in our school district."
Don B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am passionate about child development. My dream is to be a preschool teacher, but for now, I'd be thrilled to support your child's learning and growth, guiding them to meet every milestone. I've been a professional nanny for 4 years and have watched family/friends children for 8.
I have had the privilege of working...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lexi is an amazing nanny! She watched our son for 8 months. She started with us when he was 4 months and has become a part of our family. She is reliable, patient and great at communication. She would always let us know when she wasn't available in emergencies. She...
Dolly B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amber, and I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and am going on my 5th year of teaching Special Education. I have experience with all ages, birth through high school, and have worked full time nanny jobs, as well as part time jobs picking children up, overnights, and much more!
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We found Amber through Care to help us out when our Nanny was on vacation. Amber was amazing with my 1 and 3 yr old sons. I was very anxious about having a stranger with the kids while I was gone all day but she graciously met us at a playground and my kids...
Alejandra R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! A little bit about me--I am a preschool teacher turned stay at home mom. Throughout high school, I loved babysitting and was a nanny in the summer. I then went on to get my degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in Reading and Early Childhood Development. I taught preschool before becoming a stay at home mom...
Dallas can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dallas watched my 2 girls for a year and a half and was nothing short of amazing. With her preschool background, she really knows how to teach, play, and care for children. She has a very cozy and clean home and a heart of gold. It takes a special person to be able...
Lindsey T.
5.0
(3)
I am a mother of 3 grown children. I have been working in childcare for the past 25 years and have worked with ages infant through school age. I enjoy helping children learn and grow. I am CPR certified and COVID vaccinated.
I'd describe my personality as caring, creative and fun
I like working with kids because it makes me...
Michele can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michele was a great nanny for our family. She is dependable, trustworthy and loving. Our son has been comfortable with her from the beginning and loves her greatly. "
Care member
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Responsible babysitter with experience caring for children during weekends, evenings, summer and winter breaks . Skilled in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while demonstrating a priority for children's safety and well-being.
Tiffany can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
This year will make 7 years working in a classroom. Outside from that I have more years of experience in nanny/babysitting. I am passionate about learning through play and helping children meet their development milestones. I have experience working with children of all ages and abilities. I hope we can find time to make a...
Aiya can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 19 years of experience in the childcare field. I have been fortunate to work as a day care assistant to special needs children, a camp counselor, babysitter and for the last 15 years being a nanny to some wonderful families. I have worked with children ages ranging from newborn to preteen age. it has been a wonderful...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I absolutely love working with children! Over the past two years, I've had the privilege of caring for a child which has been an incredibly rewarding experience; but I too have been working with children for 4 years at my lovely congregation. I am loving, caring, patient, and kind, and these qualities have helped me create a...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have 12 years experience as a Nanny. I can help with cooking/meal prep, laundry. light housekeeping, errands, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, and travel (domestic and international). My educational background includes a BS in Special Education with a minor in Early Childhood. I worked as a Special Education Teacher for...
Beth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Relocating to Dyer Indiana April 1 2024
Looking to help families in need of care! Housekeeper, painter, caregiver, pet lover, cook, baker, transportation and more to offer. I have over 15 years of nanny/ cleaning experience and hospitality services. I am open to one time and long term runs!
CPR/AED and FIRST AIDE certified.
I...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Emma C.
Tinley Park, IL
$13-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have 7 years of experience nannying/babysitting for multiple children of all ages. I can help with Light Housekeeping and can do my best to assist with errands such as grocery shopping or carpooling.
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been a teacher going on four years now. I have a bachelors degree to teacher special education and elementary education. I have taught kindergarten and special education k-4 classrooms. I Nannied while in college (seven years experience). My passion is working with children. I engage children in indoor and outdoor...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Kendal C.
Schererville, IN
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I am Kendal I'm a student athlete at Indiana University Northwest studying Psychology. I have been babysitting/nannying/working with children for 4+ years. I strive to create an atmosphere at home where your child/children are safe, happy, and engaged in activities. I am passionate about developing strong relationships with...
Kendal can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Thornton, IL
Gina S.
5.0
Gina was with our family for five years. She is someone who is extremely reliable, trustworthy, honest and sincere. She started off as the nanny and quickly became part of our family. She watched our daughter starting from 6 months to 5 years of age and our son since he was born to age 3. Gina...
- Care member
Samantha V.
5.0
Samantha has been excellent as a nanny for us. She is extremely reliable and has come in early and stayed late multiple times. She has even worked on unexpected days with very short notice. Our kids absolutely love her and she has been great at following the structure that we have established with...
- Cortney R.
Maria F.
5.0
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 messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you.
- Victoria R.
Mireya F.
5.0
Mireya is SO kind and caring to our kids!!! She goes out of her way to find educational games to do with them, she sits and plays pretend with them, and she just goes above and beyond in so many ways!
- Janel R.
Grace M.
5.0
Grace was a great babysitter for the short time I had her. I have 3 kids and she was great with my children. I would recommend her for anyone.
- Season E.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Thornton, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Thornton, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Thornton, IL is as of is $32.00 per hour as of June, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Thornton, IL?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 2 in Thornton, IL. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Thornton, IL?
You can find different nanny services in Thornton through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Thornton, IL with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.