Newborn Care Specialist (Overnight Support)
Evanston, IL
Newborn Care Specialist (Overnight Support)
Location: Evanston, Illinois
Start Date: March 26, 2026
Schedule: 3–5 nights per week, 10:00 PM–6:00 AM
Compensation: $50/hour
A warm, first-time family in Edinburg, Illinois is seeking an experienced Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) to provide overnight support for their newborn due March 26th. This role will focus on establishing healthy sleep habits, offering guidance to new parents, and ensuring restful nights during the baby’s first 12 weeks.
The ideal candidate will bring a calm, confident, and reassuring presence—someone who not only provides hands-on newborn expertise but also helps new parents feel supported and at ease during this transition.
Responsibilities:
Provide overnight newborn care including feeding, diapering, soothing, and maintaining detailed logs.
Support parents with education on sleep schedules, feeding routines, and developmental milestones.
Assist with establishing a gentle and effective sleep program tailored to the family’s preferences.
Maintain a clean and organized nursery and feeding area overnight.
Communicate clearly and compassionately with both parents regarding baby’s nightly progress and recommendations.
Family Details:
First-time parents; father will have two weeks of paternity leave and mother will be home for approximately 4.5 months.
German Shepherd in the home—friendly and well-behaved.
Easy-going, kind, and looking for a professional who brings both expertise and a nurturing touch.
Ideal Candidate:
5+ years of professional newborn experience with a focus on sleep conditioning.
Certified Newborn Care Specialist preferred.
Confident guiding new parents through early stages with warmth and discretion.
Dog-friendly and comfortable in a relaxed, family-oriented home.