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60 infant babysitters are listed in Thornton, IL
The average posted rate is $31/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 6 years
Infant babysitters in Thornton, IL
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
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:
First Aid
CPR
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
Cassie J.
Alsip, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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.
Cassie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cassie has been a reliable and caring after school sitter for us."
Lauren O.
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, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Noelle has helped or family during the remote learning chaos as debates returning to in person learning and this momma needed to concentrate fully on a new job. She also helped or daughter practice her violin lesson daily."
Monique J.
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: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is respectful, helpful , and well mannered"
Shamarii H.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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
Darriea J.
Chicago, IL
$15-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hey, I'm Darriea You May Call Me Dee. I'm Well Rounded, Patient, And Enthusiastic.
5.0
(1)
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
(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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & 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.
Alisa K.
Whiting, IN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Supportive Caregiver, Crisis Counselor, Time Management Assistant And Art Teacher All In One
4.9
(8)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Alisa while in town for a wedding. We used her two evenings in a row! She was so easy to work with and a great communicator. We felt safe leaving our 15 month old with her and she was very happy with Alisa! She also brought extra books and toys since we...
Amanda W.
Felice W.
Crestwood, IL
$22-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring And Trustworthy Sitter With Flexible Availability
5.0
(8)
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & 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.
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...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Dani, and I am a school social worker at an elementary school. I am a licensed social worker with several years of experience working with kids, especially children and adults with special needs such as Autism. My previous job was as a behavior clinician- no tantrum is too big for me to handle!
I have 4 younger...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dani is Amazing! She did everything we asked and more. Our kids loved her and they said she was the best babysitter they have ever had! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & 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.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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.
4.2
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brittany was our babysitter and I cannot say enough great things about her! Any family would be lucky to have her. She is kind, responsible, and dependable. I felt complete confidence in my children's safety and well-being when I left them in Brittany's care. She...
Kara S.
Kesheva P.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Love Working With Children And Parents. I Am A Student Therapist For Kids.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kesheva. I enjoy paring, tutoring/teaching, and cooking for children during my time of care. I also enjoy helping children organize their space, help create positive routines, and construct productive environments.
I have worked with over 10 families from Care. com, as well as others Nanny pages. I truly love...
Kesheva can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"This young lady is always on time. She has no problem altering things to fit my child’s needs. I honestly can say she is part of my family. My children enjoy and respects her. A bright young lady with amazing experience."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I love children. This is what I am going to school to pursue. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy...
Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine is very tentative and gentle with my one year old daughter, who is fussy and attached to her dad and I . She is a professional in this field . My daughter cries when we get there and before leaving out the door Jasmine has her to stop crying . Jasmine sends...
Angelique B.
Taylor T.
Munster, IN
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a young and fun kindergarten teacher that loves being around children. I am reliable, on time, energetic, and dependable! I have always loved being around children and decided very early on that I wanted to spend my life teaching and making an impact on future generations. I am able to care for kiddos, make meals,...
Taylor can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Taylor is the ideal sitter! She has so much energy! She is punctual, responds to texts fast, loves kids and spent an entire evening doing projects with my two toddlers. She is very professional, kind and she was able to relate to both of my kids right away!"
Jen S.
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Thornton, IL
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!
- Care member
Cassie J.
5.0
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 enjoyed the kids which they pick up on. Miss having her. Could not recommend her enough.
- Anne M.
Noelle B.
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.
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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 February, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Thornton have rates starting at $31.00.
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 3 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Thornton, IL?
There are 3 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.