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41 babysitters are listed in Kankakee, IL
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Babysitters in Kankakee, IL
Kathleen M.
Bourbonnais, IL
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Creating Safe Learning Environments For All Children In My Care.
I'd describe my personality as responsible, creative, and nurturing.
I like working with kids because I enjoy helping kids reach individual milestones and nurturing their creativity.
I'm looking for a job where I can build a positive work relationship with families and will offer opportunities to nurture, teach, and support...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Dedicated and Reliable Nanny
Hi there! My name is Tracie. I am seeking $20-25 an hour depending on how many children and distance, however I am flexible. I am excited to know you are in need of a Nanny through Care. com. With my wealth of child care experience and educational background, I am positive I am a top candidate for...
Barbara S.
Manteno, IL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Barbara. I am a active 59-year-old woman. I have had a lot of experience with taking care of children and babies. At this phase of my life I am looking to do what brings me joy. That is taking care of the young ones. I hope to bring them as much joy as they bring me. I am very responsible, reliable, loving...
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hi, my name is Charlene and I am passionate about working with children and families. I have past experience working at a before/after school program with children ages 5 to 12. I have also been a day camp counselor for that same age group. Additionally I volunteered at a daycare center caring for children from ages 6 weeks to 9...
Charlene can also help with: Light cleaning
I am very experienced in cat care and have been a cat foster parent for 6 years. I've probably had over 50 different cats in my house, and have experience dealing with cats who are ill or have conditions.
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning
Alexis M.
Gardner, IL
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am an experienced babysitter who loves taking care of kids. I have about 3 years of experience with babysitting, I started with some of the neighborhood kids when I was around the age of 14, and then it progressed to me having a permanent job with a family of 2 boys for a little over a year. I then moved to another...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lexi is fun, creative and very responsible. She takes her job seriously and is able to connect with everyone she works with. She smiles often and enjoys what she does."
Christie P.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am available to babysit, pet sit, house sit, and/or run errands! I have worked for several families through Care doing short term nannying that I am still in contact with today.
- First Aid / CPR / AED Certified through my college
- College graduate (assoc degree)
- 6+ Years experience working with kids
- Love animals
I am...
Autumn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Autumn, is our go-to babysitter. She's very kind and helpful. She follows through with any instruction or schedule I give her for our children. The kids have fun with her and enjoy whenever she comes over. I would highly recommend hiring her. She's responsible and...
Care member
Natalie B.
Wilmington, IL
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Natalie I am a Kindergarten teacher looking to make some extra money to buy a house. I've been teaching Kindergarten for two years under my PEL, was a full time sub before that and taught at a daycare. I have 6 years of teaching experience. I have over 150 field experience hours through GSU in infant, toddler,...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"The first question our boys asked when Natalie left-----When can she come back?! She was great with boys, played with them the whole time and was super attentive to them. She updated us half way through the evening with how everything was going. Very polite and...
Greg B.
Hannah S.
Essex, IL
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have gained a plethora of experience with children. At the end of the semester, I will be graduating with a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I have also done plenty of babysitting in my town for multiple families. In my last year of high school, I started a new job with an 8-year-old with autism. I also work as...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Melissa K.
Braidwood, IL
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi my name is Melissa,
I'm a friendly and patient childcare provider with over five years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with children stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. I find great joy in supporting families and providing reliable childcare options that give...
Melissa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Hi my name is Mikayla, I am 26 years old and have been a CNA for 5 years. I have experience with working in a facility as well as home health care. Patient care experiences include cooking meals, transferring in and out of bed/chair, , simple house tasks, feeding, and grooming. My skills also include providing physical support...
Mikayla can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
Delaney P.
Grant Park, IL
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very passionate about watching children. I enjoy being outside, reading, and walking. I am very activez I play college sports, it has taught me to time efficient and organized. I love meeting new people and creating new relationships.
Delaney can also help with: Meal prep
Jessica W.
South Wilmington, IL
$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Jessica. I absolutely love to care for others, and I have experience with babysitting all ages. I have a bachelor degree in social work and recently spent over 4 years working in a nursing home as an activity director and now I am the social worker in a nursing home. I would love to help out with babysitting...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Myrissa P.
Reddick, IL
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, energetic, and dedicated.
I like working with kids because I have three nephews and I enjoy any activity with them.
In my spare time, I like to go for hikes, adventures, and photography. I have my own business I'm starting up.
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Jennifer. I have been babysitting for over 6 years now, I started very young and fell in love with it ever since. I love what I do I love to make sure my kids feel safe, comfortable and happy! I would love to have a great relationship with not only the kids but the parents as well. I think it's very important...
Jennifer can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
I'd describe my personality as quite, curious, open-minded.
I like working with kids because I am a kid at heart.
I'm looking for a job that doesn't require working with the general public on a daily basis and working on my own kind of schedule.
I started working with kids when I was younger I would watch my little cousins...
Octavia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
I'd describe my personality as kind, attentive, and energetic.
I'm looking for a job that has a positive environment and is dependable.
I have worked in child care for 2 years, but I have experience being around kids for most of my life. I come from a large family and have always been surrounded by a positive family...
Taea S.
Braidwood, IL
$20-29/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Taea.
I have been working in childcare centers for 5+ years. I have experience with ages 6 weeks up to 8 years old. The past two years I have been an Infant teacher, and I am currently enrolled in online classes in Early Childhood Education! I just recently moved from Chicago to Lombard and wanted to branch out...
Hi! I'm Alexa. I am 18 years old and am currently enrolled at Joliet Junior College but I have a pretty open schedule! I currently work at an elementary school in Orland Park but I am looking for a job with more hours. I am CPR certified, CNA certified, have my own transportation, good with pets, and I do not smoke! I have grown...
Hi! My name is Judie and I have one bio son, 2 bonus kids and I am the legal guardian of our newest family member who is 6! I've always loved kids and felt like I was just meant to be a mom, so what better job than to work with others kids as well!? I also have worked with special needs kids (in the local school district) for...
Judith can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Kankakee, IL
Alexis M.
5.0
Lexi is fun, creative and very responsible. She takes her job seriously and is able to connect with everyone she works with. She smiles often and enjoys what she does.
- Christie P.
Autumn N.
5.0
Autumn, is our go-to babysitter. She's very kind and helpful. She follows through with any instruction or schedule I give her for our children. The kids have fun with her and enjoy whenever she comes over. I would highly recommend hiring her. She's responsible and professional.
- Care member
Natalie B.
5.0
The first question our boys asked when Natalie left-----When can she come back?! She was great with boys, played with them the whole time and was super attentive to them. She updated us half way through the evening with how everything was going. Very polite and very personable!!! We look forward to...
- Greg B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Kankakee, IL:
How can I find a Kankakee babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Kankakee, IL can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 10 babysitters in Kankakee, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Kankakee, IL?
The average rate for Kankakee, IL babysitters on Care.com is $14.80 per hour as of March 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Kankakee, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Kankakee, IL through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.