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Kimberly R.

Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment

Thornton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...

Andrea G. says "Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family....

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Willa H.

Part Time/full Time Care

Thornton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Willa. I have many years of experience w/ children. I am a retired LPN, and CPR certified through the Red Cross. As a nurse, I worked as a home health care nurse working with mentally and physically challenged children. Previous to this, I worked w/in the Speed School dist. in different locations as a...

Jane S. says "Willa watches our infant, toddler (two under 2!), and our bulldog on weekends. She’s more than capable, prompt, and fun. We are so grateful we found her!"

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Blanca C.

Previous Owner Of Home Day Care Seeking A Nanny Position

Chicago Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Blanca, I ran my own day care at home for 15 years starting 1998. I am a licensed child care provider; CPR, AED, BLS and FIRST AID certified. Due to the slow business in 2013, I took the toughest decision to close my Home Daycare and continue with child care as a Family Nanny. I am experienced with all ages, newborns...

Joshua D. says "We were privileged to have Blanca as our nanny for our daughter from the age of 4 months to 2.6 years old. We recently decided to move our daughter to day...

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Mallory S.

Organized And Outgoing Nanny

Schererville, IN

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I offer 10 years of experience and a true enthusiasm for caring for children. I love playing outdoors and reading to children. I am experienced in caring for premature newborns, newborns, twins, pets, doing light housework, meal preparation, bath time, and bedtime. I encourage and partake in imaginative play, physical...

Katie J. says "Mallory nannied for us full time for over 3 years. Mal became a part of our family and is still a part of our family even though she is no longer nannying...

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Amanda M.

Professional Fun, Caring, Energetic Nanny!

Whiting, IN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello there! My names Amanda, long term nanny! I currently nanny for the same family since 2019. Before nannying I taught gymnastics for 5 years. Which also included children's self awareness, confidence, and how to interact with others. I was also a toddler teacher. I have been professionally nannying since early 2017. I have...

Care Member says "We had a very pleasant experience with Amanda. She was very knowledgeable , always punctual, dressed very professional, and took time to get to know us....

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Atiya T.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi everyone! My name is Atiya, I'm 28 years old and from Chicago. I've been baby sitting since I was 10 years old. I've watched family like my little sister and my many nieces. I also have more professional from working in daycare/schools for the past 6 years now. I work with newborn/infant all the way to kindergarten and...

Care Member says "I hired Tia to help watch my 10 month old daughter while I was home taking care of other things, so I was able to witness her in action. She read books,...

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Jordan R.

Richton Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 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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Tiara F.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
Hey, my name is Tiara. I am 32 years of age. I am generous, loving, honest, dependable, reliable, caring and helpful. I love teaching and being around children. I have 10 years of child care experience caring for infant to teenagers. I've work with park district with children 4-7 years of age. I love taking walks, and doing arts...

Adrianna M. says "She is a wonderful person and very responsible "

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Mishanda S.

Nanny

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi my name is Mishanda, I have over 28 years of experience caring for newborns to 6-year-olds in licensed child care facilities. I also have 12 years of experience as a nanny caring for multiples and twins, as well as caring for children in nanny shares. All of my families have become extended family. My daughter and I cared for...

Matt G. says "Mishanda is absolutely fabulous with babies and children. Our son was walking at 9 1/2 weeks, using a potty at one year old, and attempting words like...

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Maranda J.

Homewood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi I'm Maranda and I've been looking after children as a nanny for about 4years now. Being the eldest of 3 siblings and enough cousins, nieces and nephews to make more than 3 football teams, I've always took the initiative to help by babysitting, cooking, or cleaning. As a part time student, I've mostly worked with infants and...

Gloria F. says "I hired Maranda to watch my 14 year old and 18 month old son for me while I traveled. She was responsible for pick up and drop offs, meals and overall...

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Sarah S.

Part Time Baby-Sitter

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Although I am new to care. com, I am not new to baby-sitting! I have had experience baby-sitting and nannying for about 8 years. I have watched children from a variety of ages: starting at seven months to 11 years old. I am very responsible. If your child/children attends school, I will make sure they complete their homework. I...
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Yasmeen F.

Fun Energetic Nanny!

Highland, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
My name is Yasmeen I'm a full time nanny with 7 years experience working with children ages 8 months to school age. I worked in ABA for 4 years as an RBT, 2 years in a classroom with kindergarten & 1st graders & this past year as a full time nanny with children ages 8 months to 7 years old. I've taken several classes in early...

Jenny W. says "Yas has been nothing but wonderful for our family and I wish she could come even more often! My boys ages 5 and 3 love her, and so do we! I was very...

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Kalea K.

Experienced Nanny And Personal Assistant

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! I'm thrilled to introduce myself as a dedicated and nurturing professional with 8 years of experience and a passion for childcare. With a strong background in behavioral therapy and a deep understanding of child development, I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for children to thrive...

Kerri G. says "There are not enough amazing things to say about Kalea! She is compassionate, kind, loving, patience, responsible, fun, and so engaging. She is the type...

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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
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Michelle N.

Experienced Nanny Seeking Welcoming Family

Park Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Michelle and I am 28 years old. Below is a few things about myself! - 9+ years experience in the ECE Field - Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certified - Fully Vaccinated - Non Smoker - Clean Driving Record - Infant/Toddler CDA - Experience working with twins, children with special needs & sibling groups - In addition...

Care Member says "Michelle was an amazing nanny to my little girl. She was nurturing, educational, structured and also incorporated our preferences. She’s extremely...

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Vanessa A.

Teaching Nanny !

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hello! I'm a former special education teacher and experienced nanny with a deep passion for working with children of all ages and abilities. My background includes working with infants, toddlers, elementary, middle school students, and neurodivergent children. I thrive on creating engaging, enjoyable experiences for "my kids"...

Care Member says "It is with the utmost confidence and enthusiasm that I recommend Vanessa as a nanny. She has been a part of my son’s life since the day he was born, and...

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Linda L.

Tinley Park, IL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Vivacious, experienced helper and educator available for daily enthusiastic attention to your family. I am family oriented and have raised a daughter, who is still a major part of my life. I have always worked in a helping field, i. e. medical-as an EMT, CPR certified with a background in emergency medicine, labor and delivery,...

Madeline K. says "Linda met with our daughter and was punctual, kind, and very qualified."

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Heather P.

Experienced Nanny And Pre-k Teacher Looking For After School Jobs

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Heather. I am 34 years old. I am currently a teacher at a day care . I've been teaching for 13 years in a Pre-k classroom. I live in Tinley Park . A little bit of my history: Before I started teaching I nannied for 3 years for an autistic boy and his brother , at the time I also took care of my 2 younger brothers in...

Jillian L. says "Heather was very easy to communicate with. She was punctual to her interview. She had no hesitation in agreeing to background checks. She was kind and...

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Dallas Z.

Preschool Teacher Turned Stay At Home Mom

Dyer, IN

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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...

Elizabeth D. says "Dallas watched my 1 year old this Summer as I was back home in the area temporarily living with family and working remote. She was so amazing and...

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Maria S.

Child Care

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi My Name Is Maria, I'm Bi-lingual With Fluency In English and Spanish Languages. My Responsibilities As A Nanny Are Preparing And Feeding Meals To Children. Homework, Board Games & amp; Outside Activities Are Some of The Things I Help Out With. I Don't Mind Some Lighthouse Keeping Or Laundry... Very Energetic & Responsible!!!

Sarah V. says "We love having Maria as our nanny. She has watched our toddler and baby for the last few months. She does a great job at communicating during the day &...

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  • 60 newborn nannies are listed on Care.com

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

  • The average star rating for rated newborn nannies is 5.0

Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Thornton, IL

Newborn Nannies in Thornton, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies

Kimberly R.

Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of...

- Andrea G.

Willa H.

Willa watches our infant, toddler (two under 2!), and our bulldog on weekends. She’s more than capable, prompt, and fun. We are so grateful...

- Jane S.

Blanca C.

We were privileged to have Blanca as our nanny for our daughter from the age of 4 months to 2.6 years old. We recently decided to move our...

- Joshua D.

FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Thornton, IL

So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Thornton, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of August, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.

There are 2 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Thornton, IL on Care.com. You can also read 7 for newborn nannies near you.

It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in Thornton, IL. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.

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