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Find nannies in Kankakee, IL that you’ll love
38 nannies are listed in Kankakee, IL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Kankakee, IL
Carlee C.
Kankakee, IL
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, fun, caring!
I like working with kids because I love taking care of others and watching them grow into there own little person!
I started working with kids when I was 12, I was babysitting all summer up until I was about 15 then I worked at a daycare and then a nanny :)
In my spare...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carlee has loved my babies for the past 9 months (ages 4 and 1). She’s not only watched my children, but she’s also taken them to activities like the park, library, or the local kids museum. She’s been more than willing to help with grocery pickup too! Carlee has...
Care member
My name is Victoria. I am a nurse and mother of two. Looking to be a night nanny. I have experience in postpartum and am very comfortable with newborns. CPR certified.
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amanda W.
Kankakee, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time To Full Time Nanny/babysitter For Evening Care
Hi guys!
My name is Amanda. I am a college graduate and currently work at a coffee shop. I am available to watch however many kids you have in the evenings! I have watched kids pretty much my whole life since I was 12 or 13. I have watched as many as 5 kids at a time- all the same age! WOW. that was fun! I've watched all ages...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Lizbeth G.
Kankakee, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a dedicated and compassionate nanny with over five years of experience in providing exceptional care and support to children of various ages. My goal is to contribute my skills and enthusiasm to a nurturing and dynamic family environment.
Grace K.
Kankakee, IL
$19-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Grace! I have previous nanny experience nannying! I'm currently booked Wed- Fri with an amazing family but looking to add a day or two. You'll find that I am very outgoing and enthusiastic so that makes me good with little ones. I also have a sweet and silly 1 and a half year old! I grew up with three brothers so playing...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(5)
Hi, I'm an experienced nanny and a college-educated empty nester with two wonderful grown sons. I love caring for children and babies. My own children were academically gifted and I believe that attention, play, and a joy of reading are all essential to every child's development.
I have completed the Adult, Child, and Baby...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I highly recommend her. I already have her on a regular basis. She always makes my baby smile and my baby feels safe. She is quick to respond. Thanks to Kim, I can do other things."
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have experience babysitting & nannying children of all ages. I have worked as childwatch staff for 2 years at the Coffman YMCA & Everybody Fitness Dayton. I am a college student at Olivet Nazarene University, upholding a 3. 8 GPA, and graduating in...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Morgan was great!! She was very energetic and hands on with our kids! They loved her and we would definitely want to have Morgan babysit again for us 😀"
Care member
Haylie F.
Manteno, IL
$17-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Haylie! I am 25 years old and currently live in Manteno, IL. I have been babysitting and watching children since I was 14. I have 4 younger siblings, so as the oldest I was basically the 2nd mom. I have babysat/ looked after newborns- teenagers. I am a huge disney fan and love going on walks, or just being...
Haylie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Haylie babysat my 3 kids for about 4 years on and off! She was always playing with them and making sure they were always happy. My youngest got attached to her pretty quick and they were inseparable. She always had constant activities for them to do and would take...
Danielle E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20 + years of experience. Most my time I have been a nanny but also have been a live in caregiver. I do have experience with Asperger's. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. Love kids. Like being outside and active. Also love to teach and watch them reach their milestones. Am not a fan of TV or video...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Julie has been wonderful with our daughter in all ways for the last 4+ years and has become a member of our family! She’s active with our daughter, helped her reach milestones, worked on creative craft projects, and spent time on educational type activities, among...
Care member
Taylor K.
Bourbonnais, IL
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Love To Have Fun And Make Sure Everything Is Good. I Love Cleaning And Meal Prepping.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Taylor and I love being a sitter for children! I have always loved children and one day hope to have my own! My sister has a newborn baby at home and I'm always helping her care for him. I have plenty of experience taking care of children of all ages. I love being a nanny or sitter because I love the experience!...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"amazing sitter!! great with son he gets so excited when she walks in always on time."
Emily W.
I have been babysitting since I was around 16 years old. I have been a nanny for two different families and have experience with children ages newborn to 8 years old. I am willing to help with household responsibilities as well as childcare. I love being hands on with children and helping them grow and learn.
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emma D.
Bourbonnais, IL
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, Im Emmalee! Im 23 years old and currently am a CNA at riverside hospital. I am CPR and BLS certified. I go to KCC for nursing and I absolutely love reading and learning! Im the oldest of six children and have been babysitting and nannying since about 15 years old! Id love to add some extra fun to my extra time and become...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Hi
I was a teachers assistant for special needs students for eight years. For the past 12 years I have been a nanny for children ages newborn to 12 years old. I raised twins of my own. I enjoy reading stories, teaching children numbers, letters, colors, shapes, their address, and their phone numbers. I enjoy doing arts and...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working and looking after kiddos for years now. I have nannied the past nearly 3 years full-time for a family that became like my own, & have a few years of experience in teaching at a daycare/preschool; working with infants, toddlers, & up to school age on a daily basis. I plan to return to school to study child's...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
I love working with children and have been nannying since I was a senior in high school. I am currently nannying another family until the end of August. So I would be looking to start sometime in September. I love doing crafts and being outside when it's nice. I am a hands on person when it comes to kids but also like to be able...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I have several years of experience babysitting and nannying, starting in my freshman year of high school. I love working with babies and toddlers and have extensive experience with this age group. I've also worked as an assistant teacher at Little Angels Daycare in Iowa City, caring for children ages 0-4. I'm available to...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there!
My name is Jaimie, I have a college education along with 20+ years of Childcare experience. I have worked as an in-home Nanny, as well as a Pre-School Teacher at a Daycare Center. I have experience working with children ranging from newborn to school-age. I have a clean driving record and reliable vehicle. I can...
Jaimie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
After raising 5 sons of my own, I turned to Nannying because.....
I simply love children and helping them learn & grow at every stage of their young lives.
Numbers/letters, homework, with consistent routine.
I am passionate about furthering my time in the Nanny field so that I can continue doing what l love and broadening my...
Hana D.
Herscher, IL
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello!
I'm Hana and a little about me, I have worked in healthcare for the past 5 years with experience in childcare and senior care as a CNA while going to college for Phlebotomy. I enjoy keeping the little ones safe, comfortable and entertained with activities and exploring! Specifically in childcare I have nannied ages...
Hana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
I have a lot of babysitting experience from growing up in a big family. I can help watch, clean, cook, laundry, travel, stay overnight, run errands, teach basic ASL, and help with school.
Torrie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Kankakee, IL
Carlee C.
5.0
Carlee has loved my babies for the past 9 months (ages 4 and 1). She’s not only watched my children, but she’s also taken them to activities like the park, library, or the local kids museum. She’s been more than willing to help with grocery pickup too! Carlee has been incredibly flexible, working...
- Care member
Kim M.
5.0
Kim watches my 14 month old regularly and is wonderful with him! It is easy to see that my son is extremely comfortable with her and happy to see her. They have a ton of fun and we are so glad to have found her!
- Care member
Morgan S.
5.0
Morgan was great!! She was very energetic and hands on with our kids! They loved her and we would definitely want to have Morgan babysit again for us 😀
- Care member
Haylie F.
5.0
Haylie is the best! She is caring and patient and the kids adore her. She has tons of fun ideas and is great at keeping kids busy and happy! Haylie is also very responsible, reliable and trustworthy. You can not go wrong by choosing her!
- Bethany H.
Julie H.
5.0
Julie has been wonderful with our daughter in all ways for the last 4+ years and has become a member of our family! She’s active with our daughter, helped her reach milestones, worked on creative craft projects, and spent time on educational type activities, among other things.
- Care member
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How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Kankakee, IL?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Kankakee, IL is as of is $16.80 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.
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