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60 nannies are listed in Thornton, IL
The average posted rate is $34/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Thornton, IL
5.0
(3)
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"...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Vanessa was an amazing nanny for my 6 month and 4 year old for a little over a year. She was always on time and ready for the day. The kids loved her so much and we miss her dearly. I always knew they were in good hands when I'd leave for the day. I'm more than...
Shauna H.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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 11 years of experience as a nanny caring for multiples and twins. I have experience with caring for children in nanny shares as well. My daughter and I cared for six children in a nanny...
Mishanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 "butterfly" at fifteen months - and doing pretty good at it! He can sign please, water, eat, diaper and other...
Matt G.
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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"We hired Katie as our nanny and she was great, very punctual and professional. Would definitely recommend."
Edith W.
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, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
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.
Heather P.
Tinley Park, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny And Pre-k Teacher Looking For After School Jobs
5.0
(1)
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...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 easy to talk to and was happy to answer all of my questions. Great interview."
Jillian L.
4.5
(7)
Thank you for stopping by to read my profile. I'd like to start with a little bit about me. I have raised two children of my and my late husbands own. I am compassionate, loving, caring and nurturing. I have a natural mother's instinct.
I have worked in many fields, however; positions that I have held, in reference to the...
Nancy can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"Ms. Nancy is kind, patient, dependable and extremely helpful. At one point or another, she took care of my 2 daughters (2.5 and 1). They both adore her and she has practically become part of the family. Families in need of childcare will find no better option than...
Care member
5.0
(9)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
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!!!
Maria can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Maria watches our 6 month old and has been such a blessing to our family! She is so attentive to our boy and goes above and beyond! I feel completely at ease when she is watching him. She does extra things to help around the house when he is napping. She treats...
Jennifer L.
5.0
(3)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Great w/ children. Great references clean driving record and don't smoke! Mother of 4 older children and very responsible. I'll provide a loving fun atmosphere for your child and will clean up any mess we make. Like to do crafts and...
Tracie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Tracie took excellent care of our twin girls when they were under the age of 2. She is high energy and kept them entertained. She kept them on the appropriate eating and sleeping schedules. Not only did she help nanny during the week, we also had her watch all 3...
Sheana B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a full time nanny for the same family for the last eight and a half years. I was there starting when both children were infants. would spend our days going to local parks, the library, the children's museum, as well as playing at home and doing art projects.
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Morgan was a student of mine in several classes.
Attendance, reliability, and her work was outstanding.
She s a wonderful individual.
If she commits to completing something it will be done and done well.
Morgan always has a smile on her face and gets along very...
Mary 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: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, 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.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & 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
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a caring and professional nanny with more than 10 years of full time childcare experience. I am easy going but very reliable. I am timely and creative and love working with children.
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Ashley was great with my kids:loving, caring, and trustworthy. I knew they were safe when she was with them."
Elizabeth R.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Great person. Fabulous sitter. Dependable, fun, responsible. After hiring her, our son asks can the sitter come today. Will rehire."
Pat B.
5.0
(3)
I am a dependable, trustworthy babysitter looking for a job and I love kids. I can babysit kids of all ages. I love the outdoors and keeping the kids entertained. I have and can provide dependable transportation.
I was previously a nanny for a 5-year-old girl and also a live in nanny in Spain for four months with kids ranging...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa is such a lovely, respectful, dependable young lady. Alyssa has always been a high achiever, taking honors classes at her high school and excelling in them. She is also enrolled in the career center to help set herself up for future endeavors. Alyssa is an...
Jayde U.
Kathy S.
Tinley Park, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kathy and I have been a nanny for the same family for the past 12 years. There are two boys ages 14 and 9. I watched them 4 days a week for the past 10 years. Both boys are in school full time now so they don't really need a nanny anymore. My schedule is opened up quite a bit now.
I have 2 grandchildren ages 6 &...
Kathy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"ABSOLUTELY THE BEST!!! My family has grown by 1 when we found Kathy! I travel A LOT for work and we've moved to IL and are detached from family. Kathy has made our biggest concern disappear!! Having someone you can trust to take care of your most precious...
Shaneva M.
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, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
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.
Jenna R.
Munster, IN
$8-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!
4.5
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I met Jenna when I was looking for a nanny for my son. She was sweet, very professional and highly qualified. I think very highly of her and will be using her for our babysitter!"
Michelle D.
Kelsea H.
Chicago Heights, IL
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
4+ years of nanny experience. Education in Psychology and Early Childhood Development. I loveeeeee my career to the point where it's so much more than a job. And I truly appreciate being able to give a helping hand to families desiring some extra assistance and being a positive influence, role model, and caregiver in the...
Kelsea can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kelsea was very sweet. She was very transparent and kept me updated with my kids while we were out. I will be asking her to babysit again. ANY TIME!"
Phillon A.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Can manage the daily routines of children age ranged 6 weeks to 21 while the parents are working. I can provide a structured schedule that includes meals, naps, playtime, and academic enrichment. I can also effectively manage housekeeping tasks, including cleaning, doing laundry, and organizing all areas. I have a clean driving...
Lashanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is the best person that I ever had for watching my son and my dog. They absolutely love her so much!! 😊"
Shanita G.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Thornton, IL
Vanessa A.
5.0
Vanessa was an amazing nanny for my 6 month and 4 year old for a little over a year. She was always on time and ready for the day. The kids loved her so much and we miss her dearly. I always knew they were in good hands when I'd leave for the day. I'm more than happy to answer any questions if you'd...
- Shauna H.
Mishanda S.
5.0
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 "butterfly" at fifteen months - and doing pretty good at it! He can sign please, water, eat, diaper and other words - all due to her training and...
- Matt G.
Kathryn C.
5.0
We hired Katie as our nanny and she was great, very punctual and professional. Would definitely recommend.
- Edith W.
Dallas Z.
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 trustworthy! I cannot recommend her...
- Elizabeth D.
Kyli W.
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 including the humane society and at...
- Ronda W.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Thornton, IL
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Thornton, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Thornton, IL is as of is $34.00 per hour as of March, 2025. 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?
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What type of nanny services can I find near me in Thornton, IL?
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