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60 newborn nannies are listed in Thornton, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby newborn nannies is 10 years
Newborn nannies 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
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...
Willa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Miss Willa has been a blessing to our family. My children, husband and I love her very much! She interacts with the kids. She listens to my needs. My son loves the activities they do together and he looks forward to her coming back! Matter of fact, we all look...
Dominga R.
5.0
(2)
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...
Mallory can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mallory has been our full time nanny for my 4 children since August 2019. She has incredible spirit and has truly become a part of our family. She is remarkable with bringing out my children's imagination while allowing them to safely discover their independence. I...
Andrea L.
Colleen S.
Hammond, IN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.7
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Colleen and I've been a Nanny for 24 years, I prepared meals and healthy snacks, did light housekeeping , grocery shopping and ran errands! I also did the Kid's laundry! Driving the kids! I have
experience with newborns thru preteens, and with multiples and twins! I'm fun creative energetic caring and patient! I...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"I would recommend her, she was always on time!She's reliable and punctual!And my kids loved her!"
Samantha W.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"Jordan is very uplifting and doesn't allow other to be down when she's around.she is very attention to detail and like to do the job correctly the first time, I'm glad I've found someone I can count one and not be disappointed "
Jesus G.
Kimberly L.
Crestwood, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kimberly. I love working with children and have been working in the childcare industry for over 30 years. And have pre-school, daycare, and nanny experience. I studied childcare in high school and college. I am certified in CPR and first aid. I'm married, and I have an adult son who is in his 20s.
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is a wonderful person with lots to offer. She is very dependable and Responsible. I would recommend her very highly. She would take care of my son on weeknights and weekends as needed. My son loved her as she interacted with him and taught him a lot. She had...
Sherry K.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
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.
Maranda J.
Homewood, IL
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Maranda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 care.
I ended up not having cellular service at different points of my trip but Maranda was always on schedule...
Gloria F.
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, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dionne is exceptional! My daughter absolutely loves her."
Stephanie K.
4.5
(11)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years experience caring for children . I have done so privately for the last 7 years. I'm CPR/First Aid certified, have reliable transportation and a good driving record. I'm caring, dependable, trustworthy, hard-working and dedicated to the care in which I provide. I enjoy reading, arts and crafts , outdoor...
Katrina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katrina is so dedicated to her work very dependable she always goes above and beyond her job 100 percent if she is hired you will not be disappointed."
Michelle M.
5.0
(1)
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...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Yasmeen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"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 apprehensive at first about leaving my children for date night or events, but I have no worries with her! She has...
Jenny W.
Sherrie P.
Tinley Park, IL
$20-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Fun, Loving, Energetic Mom Who Has Raised Two Amazing Kiddos
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sherrie. I have raised two amazing kids and miss having little kids! My son is a nurse and my daughter is in graduate school and will be a psychologist in two years. I nanny for my main family mon through fri 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. This doesn't feel like "work" to me and I truly love it. Making kids laugh makes...
Sherrie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sherrie has been amazing! My daughter adores her. She is punctual, professional and very reliable!"
Alexandra S.
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:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
4.0
"As a nanny, Kathryn cared for my child as her own, always showing concern for his well-being, health and happiness. Occasionally, a sick child (hers or mine) would make coordinating our schedules a challenge, but we worked through it. She cared for my son in our...
Lauren B.
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Vanessa is exceptional in her child caring. She has a gift and joy for children that can be palpated from the moment she steps into your home. I had a last minute trip and flew out Vanessa just to be with my son. He had the greatest time. My mind and heart were at...
Alex O.
Linda L.
Tinley Park, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
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,...
Linda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Linda has been taking care of our little one for about 2 years now. She has been excellent. She is punctual, communicative, and takes great care of our little one. She goes above and beyond and is always available even during emergencies or late notices."
Sinan A.
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, 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.
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:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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.
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, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"She's a very hard worker and knows exactly what to do with kids."
Matthew B.
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Recent newborn nanny 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.
Willa H.
5.0
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!
- Jane S.
Mallory S.
5.0
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 for us. She is punctual, professional, reliable, honest, creative, FUN and absolutely has a gift in relating to children. Cannot say enough great...
- Katie J.
Colleen S.
3.0
I connected with Colleen and arranged a meeting and she was a no show, later she replied and had some family urgency.
- Vedi P.
Jordan R.
5.0
She is the best babysitter i ever known
- Temitope O.
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Thornton, IL
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire 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 March, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.
How many night nannies for newborns are available to hire near me in Thornton, IL?
There are 2 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Thornton, IL on Care.com. You can also read 6 for newborn nannies near you.
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Ratings for Thornton, IL newborn nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Newborn Nannies in Thornton, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies.