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29 newborn nannies are listed in Kankakee, IL
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby newborn nannies is 7 years
Newborn nannies in Kankakee, IL
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, carpooling
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:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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...
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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:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is absolutely wonderful with babies. I trust her blindly with my 3 month old. She is a natural. My baby at once got super comfortable with her. She is dependable and knows a lot about baby care and needs. Perfect for the job. I highly recommend her. "
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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 😀"
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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, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"amazing sitter!! great with son he gets so excited when she walks in always on time."
Emily W.
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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...
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Marcy has an extensive background (15+ years) working with children ages 1 months to 12 years of age. She has also provided house manager & personal assistant services for high-end clients in both Chicago and LA.
Currently reside in Bourbonnais, IL but I am moving to Wheaton, IL middle of June. I am looking for part-time house...
Marcy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Trustline Certified
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
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...
I have been watching the same child since she was 3 months old, who is now going to preschool. Also, I have babysat children from ages 0 to 12 the past 9 years. I love doing crafts and outdoor activities.
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
I have experience in babysitting, nannying, and daycare. I am currently in my last year of nursing school.
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Gabriela R.
Peotone, IL
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi!
My name is Gabriela. I have always loved kids I am the only sitter my niece and nephew have had since they were babies. I enjoy planning activities and being creative I am very invested in my job and enjoy interacting with kids.
I enjoy hands on activities such as finger painting, cooking, art work, and many more...
Gabriela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gaby is a nice bilingual nanny that helped me out with my 3 daughters. Handled herself with all three of them great and helped them all with their homework. My girls keep asking for her to Watch them I was really pleased with her work. She is very experience."
Guadalupe S.
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Recent newborn 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.
Taylor K.
5.0
amazing sitter!! great with son he gets so excited when she walks in always on time.
- Emily W.
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FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Kankakee, IL
How much does a newborn nanny cost to hire near me in Kankakee, IL?
So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Kankakee, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 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 Kankakee, IL?
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