Find Infant Babysitters in Thornton, IL
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Find infant babysitters in Thornton, IL that you’ll love
60 infant babysitters are listed in Thornton, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 7 years
Infant babysitters in Thornton, IL
Alma A.
Alsip, IL
$20-30/hr • 11 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with over 6 years in the field, I'm passionate about caring for children and helping them grow and learn. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for connecting with children and positively impacting their lives.
My calm and patient...
Alma can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alma is an amazing addition to your family! She is always on time and respectful. I never was worried about my children in any way. She truly cared for them and also educated them! They did routine "classes" every day. She was active with them and prepared healthy...
Brittany S.
5.0
(2)
I have over 4 years of experience caring for children. I am an aunt, spent time with my nieces and nephews. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry, along with meal preparation and homework assignments especially in math and science. I make it fun! I enjoy reading out loud to the children in my care and changing voices to...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kim is the Best Dog Sitter ever. I won't trust anyone else with my Dog!"
Cherie Q.
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:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dionne is exceptional! My daughter absolutely loves her."
Stephanie K.
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, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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! "
Care member
4.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Mallory I am 21 years old. I have been babysitting for a little over 6 years. I have my associates in Early Childhood Education currently. I also have my Paraprofessionals license. I am in the process of getting my bachelor's in Early Childhood. I am currently looking for a nanny position where I would be able...
Mallory can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Mallory has been an amazing babysitter for our little family. She is incredibly reliable and always arrives on time. If she needed days off, she has always let me know ahead of time so that I can make other arrangements while she is gone, even giving me people she...
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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, 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
(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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michele was a great nanny for our family. She is dependable, trustworthy and loving. Our son felt comfortable with her from the beginning and loves her greatly!"
Care member
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: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We used Samantha as a back-up care during Presidents day and were really please with our selection. She was punctual, attentive, accurate and children liked her. Will definitely hire again."
Seymur A.
Darriea J.
Chicago, IL
$17-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hey, I'm Darriea You May Call Me Dee. I'm Well Rounded, Patient, And Enthusiastic.
5.0
(3)
I'd describe my personality as punctual, organized, and compatible.
I like working with kids because they're such sweet people they make my day. I learn so many valuable skills by working with kids. I'm very percipient and loving for children. My son is with family for the summer and I want to stay busy while he's gone.
I'm...
5.0
"Very thorough and professional such a beautiful young woman "
Care member
Lourdes T.
Munster, IN
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I have 8 years of experience in babysitting and nannying. I can also help with Housekeeping, Cooking and Meal Prep, Laundry, and Swimming Supervision. I love being around kids and have many younger cousins I am used to taking care of and being around! I'd love to help out anyone who needs it! One thing to note: I...
Lourdes can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Lourdes was great! She arrived a little early and my kids took to her right away. She was friendly, open, and communicative. She also picked up after the kids went to bed which was so appreciated. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very caring, friendly, and outgoing babysitter. I've been babysitting all ages including infants since I was 16. I'm 30 years old and have a 2-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter. I'm also CPR certified. I recently made nannying a full time career and would like to find a family willing to let me watch their...
Krista can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Krista started watching our son at 3 months old and stated with us till he was 2. She was always on time, actually early! She was exceptional! I have no words to describe how comfortable my husband and I were with her caring for our son. She is very flexible...
Amy W.
5.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 welcomed my daughter with open arms and always sent me photos throughout the day with updates. She is so kind and...
Elizabeth D.
Rianna R.
Steger, IL
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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.
Rianna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is amazing and the kids love her so much! I would definitely recommend Rianna!!"
Laura V.
Felice W.
Crestwood, IL
$22-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring And Trustworthy Sitter With Flexible Availability
5.0
(10)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
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...
Felice can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was absolutely wonderful, caring and considerate. Very professional and attentive to my son. Would definitely hire her again in a heartbeat. I highly recommend her!"
Dana-rachael S.
Alisa K.
Whiting, IN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Supportive Caregiver, Crisis Counselor, Time Management Assistant And Art Teacher All In One
4.9
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a 0-3 Montessori Guide with my own curriculum as well as sitter substitute options, training and referral services.
I have 25 years collective experience in:
Camp counseling
Teaching art
Art therapy
Nannying
Sitting
Chauffeuring
PTA
Room parent
Music courses
Sign language
Mindful Parent Coaching
ECD
And more
I...
Alisa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I can’t recommend Alisa highly enough! As a generous and down-to-earth mother, she brings joy and levity to every situation. With her extensive experience, she has been an invaluable support for our family, especially during my unexpected return from maternity...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Care member
5.0
(4)
I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
Dalia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Very professional, you can tell that Dalia is very passionate and caring when working with children. It was great that she was also an educator and my kids loved learning from her. No family could go wrong with having Ms. M. looking after their precious gems."
Juan C.
Maggie G.
Dyer, IN
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 dependable and follows my specific instructions. I would recommend her to anyone. "
Care member
Samantha S.
Munster, IN
$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Samantha. I am looking to help out with date nights. I have worked for multiple families long term and have experience with different age groups. My youngest I've worked with was twin newborns and the oldest was 12 years old. References are available upon request. I am very active and like to play games and make...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha was amazing with the 3 kids and German Shepherd. She played games, did crafts and baked with them keeping them busy the entire 8 hours she was with them. Super friendly and great communication. I would highly recommend her."
Don C.
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Thornton, IL
Alma A.
5.0
Alma is an amazing addition to your family! She is always on time and respectful. I never was worried about my children in any way. She truly cared for them and also educated them! They did routine "classes" every day. She was active with them and prepared healthy meals everyday. I would absolutely...
- Brittany S.
Kimberly A.
5.0
Kim is the Best Dog Sitter ever. I won't trust anyone else with my Dog!
- Cherie Q.
Dionne V.
5.0
Dionne is exceptional! My daughter absolutely loves her.
- Stephanie K.
Jessica G.
5.0
Jessica is a great person. She is very trustworthy and dependable. When ever I need help she is always available.
- Nicole D.
Daniele F.
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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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Thornton, IL
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Thornton, IL in April, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Thornton have rates starting at $18.50.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Thornton, IL?
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 2 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Thornton, IL?
There are 2 infant babysitters near you in Thornton, IL. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.