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60 babysitters are listed in Thornton, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 10 years
Babysitters in Thornton, IL
Kimberly R.
Thornton, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
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...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kimberly watched my son as a nanny/babysitter for years. She is reliable and takes her job very seriously. This is just not a 'job' to her, this is a career to her. Highly recommend her services. She is awesome with children of all ages!"
Mike M.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am fully vaccinated to keep me and your little ones safe and everyone in my household is vaccinated. I have 25 plus experience. I have great References from other parents who have used my services. I can provide a background upon request. I also provide babysitting/childcare and limited overnight care.
Monitte can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"I have been with Monitte for over two years. She is kind, accommodating, and very reliable. Cannot recommend her enough, she is truly the best!"
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5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Casandra, I have over 6+ yrs of experience in the Care taking of children. I am experienced with an array of ages from infancy to teens. I am very energetic, fun, responsible and outgoing. I am very creative and love to play games. I have a resume with my detailed skills and references available upon request. I can...
Casandra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cassandra is very punctual, very dependable, very good with children of all ages, she is very patient and passionate about the children."
Nichol D.
4.7
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 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 family and...
Mireya can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work in a school with children that have developmental disabilities. I have been doing that for the past 15 years and prior to that I was a CNA. I enjoy working with children and adults.
Dionne can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Dionne is exceptional! My daughter absolutely loves her."
Stephanie K.
Jordan R.
Richton Park, IL
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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...
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"She is the best babysitter i ever known "
Temitope O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very fun, energetic, and patient sitter who has been babysitting for the past 6 years. I originally got certified as a babysitter at the age of 13. Along with this I have been employed at Lifetime Fitness - Orland Park as a Kids Activities team member since 2018. With this job I work with children ages 3 mo -12 and am...
Sierra can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sierra is mature, level headed, friendly and responsible. She watched our 3 children (5th grader and twin 1st graders), who have various temperaments of their own, and Sierra did an excellent job in finding ways to entertain and also give them their individual...
Andrea P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Christen and I am currently a graduate student in a gap year! I have experience with kids as I have worked in a daycare the past few years not to mention I have worked personally with many different families! Look forward to hearing from you!
Christen can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Positive attitude. Calm with our young kids. Willing to help out where needed."
Andrew W.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Jessica and I am 25 years old. I am currently a Nursing Major, graduating in March of 2024. I am a certified Paramedic for 6 years in the state of Illinois and I am also a combat medic in the Army Reserves. I am also CPR, PALS, & ACLS certified. I have been babysitting since I was about 12 years old for other...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jessica is a great person. She is very trustworthy and dependable. When ever I need help she is always available. "
Nicole D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone!
My name is Daniele, I have a lot of experience as a babysitter/nanny (+6years) with children from 0 to 12 years old! I also have a college degree in Education, so besides being a nanny/babysitting, I also have been a teacher for early education and first grade!
I love arts and crafts, playing and teaching kids....
Daniele can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Daniele was great! She was on time, respectful, attentive and very sweet with my 5mo old kiddo. I’d love to hire her again! "
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Noelle B.
Country Club Hills, IL
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Super Fun Babysitter With Good Energy And A Contagious Smile!
4.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Noelle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Noelle has a warm personality, offering kind and structured care for our 8 year old. She has excellent communication skills and is enthusiastic and engaging with physical activities with our daughter."
Tanya M.
5.0
(1)
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...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 up not needing a sitter for the dates specified, so we did not have the chance to hire her. However, I will...
Jenna K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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...
Ava can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We booked Ava to watch our one-year-old, but we had to cancel the booking at the last minute. She was very understanding and easy to work with. We look forward to working with her again soon!"
Matt R.
Anna M.
Munster, IN
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am 24 years old and have a 1-year-old daughter. I've been working at a daycare for 5+ years with kids infant-3 so I am good with any age I absolutely love kids and am looking for a long term nanny/babysitting job!
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"She's a very hard worker and knows exactly what to do with kids."
Matthew B.
Samantha S.
Lansing, IL
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am A Caring Teenager Who Loves To Provide Care To All Age Children
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Background check COMPLETED & CLEARED by cants as of 08/2018. CPR certified as of 09/2018 Recently renewed 10/22. For the past 5 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...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is respectful, helpful , and well mannered"
Shamarii H.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Kyli. I am a spring 2024 graduate from the University of Missouri. While at the University of Missouri, I studied Journalism, minored in Spanish, and received a certificate in Multicultural Studies. I am a flexible and creative sitter with about 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to...
Kyli can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Kyli is my daughter, and I can vouch for her professionalism, dedication and drive to be the best at what she is looking to accomplish. She has helped in caring for her younger brother, and cousins through the years. She volunteers with a few local organizations...
Ronda W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings, I am Teja, a dedicated and highly motivated Home Health Aide with one year of experience and a CNA license. My strong desire to provide exceptional care for seniors and children has led me to pursue further education. I am driven by a genuine desire to helping others, not just financial gain. My goal is to bring hope...
Teja can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Dinora R.
Tinley Park, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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...
Dinora can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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."
Nicol R.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Katie as our nanny and she was great, very punctual and professional. Would definitely recommend."
Edith W.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as wholeheartedly caring, compassionate, and detail oriented.
I like working with kids because every day is something new and no matter the challenges the world faces they find something, anything to be happy about. Children when their interest gets peaked have this gleam in their eye and it feels...
5.0
"We absolutely fell in love with Angelica! My 2 boys 9 & 7 get so excited when she comes. We have been hiring her for random days for about 2 years. She is warm, loving, genuinely cares, and always on time. If your looking for a dependable, loving person to care for...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Thornton, IL
Kimberly R.
5.0
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. We miss her terribly and would hire her again if she moved back to sunny Arizona!
- Andrea G.
Monitte E.
5.0
Monitte continues to be the very best caregiver my son has ever had. She really cares about the children.
- Care member
Casandra F.
5.0
This was my first time using CARE.COM to book a caregiver for my 2 little ones. I must say that I am glad that Casandra was able to care for my little ones. My 2 little ones was very pleased with Casandra. They enjoyed her so much that my little ones didn't even mind leaving me to go to the park...
- Care member
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.
Dionne V.
5.0
Dionne is exceptional! My daughter absolutely loves her.
- Stephanie K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Thornton, IL:
How can I find a Thornton babysitter near me?
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 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Thornton, IL?
The average rate for Thornton, IL babysitters on Care.com is $20.00 per hour as of March 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Thornton, IL?
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.