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Renee Jansen

North Bend,WA

Summary

Dynamic Professional Nanny and Household Manager with extensive experience at Kim Morrissette and Pat Solari's home. Expert in meal planning and preparation, fostering child development through creative activities and play. Proven ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively, ensuring a nurturing environment for children. Committed to enhancing family well-being and organization.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nanny and Household Manager

Kim Morrissette and Pat Solari
09.2012 - Current
  • Cared for 3 month old infant until presently he is 13 years old, cared for 1 week old until presently she is 11 years old.
  • Excels at communication (with parents and children) Fostered strong relationships with families, prioritizing open communication and trust building.
  • Created a daily consistent infant schedule with flexibility to accommodate baby’s needs and family’s routine.
  • Developed age-appropriate routines to establish structure in children's daily lives, fostering a sense of security and predictability.
  • Established bedtime routines consisting of bath time, snack, teeth brushing, reading books and lights out on the agreed time.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for children as well as homemade baby food.
  • Ensured a safe environment for playtime activities, closely monitoring interactions while encouraging independence and problem-solving skills.
  • Created a baby enriched space that provided varied sensory experiences with toys, books, music, sensory mats and tummy time.
  • Boosted language acquisition skills through storytelling and reading sessions along with regular trips to the library.
  • Encouraged toddlers with potty training and self care.
  • Collaborated with parents on developmental milestones, sharing observations and discussing strategies for continued progress. Implemented a daily journal to keep parents informed.
  • Actively participated in family events and gatherings, seamlessly integrating into the family dynamic while providing additional support when needed.
  • Managed challenging behaviors effectively by implementing age appropriate positive discipline techniques, such as breathing exercises, redirection, giving choices and logical consequences. Always acknowledging their feelings and listening.
  • Cared for sick children when necessary, administering medication according to parental guidelines while maintaining a comforting presence during recovery periods.
  • Implemented stress-reducing techniques during transitions or new situations by helping kids to plan ahead and give extra time if needed.
  • Assisted with online schooling during Covid
  • Provided transportation to and from school, activities such as ballet, gymnastics, sports games/practices, music classes and camps.
  • Organized educational outings such as museum visits, nature walks at Rattlesnake Lake and Volunteer Park, Woodland Park Zoo, Seattle Aquarium, local farmers market, Boems chocolate factory, Pacific Science Center, local beaches and ferry rides to Bainbridge Island to name a few.
  • Facilitated creative expression through arts and craft projects, stimulating imagination using fine and gross motor skills. Days spent with puzzles, texture boxes/bins, cooking, science projects and building forts to name a few.
  • Fostered and supported children’s interests and created space for them to pursue their hobbies.
  • Taught the children how to start a garden with seeds and trips to the nursery for plants.
  • Taught the kids about safety while riding bikes, crossing streets and parking lots. Stranger, danger, and being aware of their surroundings.
  • Promoted healthy eating habits for improved nutrition, preparing nutritious meals and snacks daily. The biggest success I had was getting the kids involved in cooking and baking. This greatly improved their interest in trying new foods.
  • Monitored children’s material needs and purged clothing, toys and books they outgrew. Shopped for clothing, books and sports clothing as needed. Added or replaced items in their rooms and playroom that would add storage and organization to their living and play space.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room. Encouraged the children as they got older to participate as well.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
  • Planned and prepared weekly meal plans for all family members with focus on catering to dietary restrictions and nutritional needs.
  • Created YES Day once a year! I also created The Summer Fun List which the kids would help by adding what they wanted to do during the summer that was important to them.
  • Communicated with homeowner regarding house repairs needed.
  • Maintaining inventory of household supplies, food and other essentials and ensuring timely restocking.
  • Anticipating the family's needs.
  • Completing errands such as grocery shopping, dry cleaners and other personal tasks as needed.
  • Daily tidying of house, decluttering and home organization.
  • Overseeing house cleaners and repairman.
  • Keeping the refrigerators and freezers stocked, clean and organized. Laundering and putting away clothing and changing linens.
  • Assisted in preparing for holiday parties, set up cleanup and food preparation.
  • Helped the children’s grandmother with transportation, reminders, shopping and appointments. Convicted her to move to an assisted living facility. Help her find the right one for her and helped her pack and prepare for the big move.
  • Pet care (walks, baths, medications, vet and grooming appointments and dog sitting)

Nanny

Carrie Mount and Charles Mount
07.2010 - 07.2012
  • Cared for a 4 year old and 8 month old triplets.
  • Worked alongside the mother and grandmother when the children were babies until they were toddlers upon which time I cared for the toddlers independently.
  • Excelled at communication (with parents and children)
  • Ensured a safe environment for playtime activities, closely monitoring interactions while encouraging independence and problem-solving skills.
  • Encouraged toddlers with potty training and self care.
  • Organized and cleaned the home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities, games, blocks, kitchenette, puppets, chalk board, forts, bubbles to name a few.
  • Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
  • Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.
  • Ensured children's safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
  • Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children's progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Fostered creativity through art projects, music appreciation, and imaginative play such as sensory containers, building train stations, making play dough, dancing and singing to Laurie Berkner and Raffi to name a few.
  • Managed challenging behaviors effectively by implementing age appropriate positive discipline techniques, such as breathing exercises, redirection, giving choices and logical consequences while listening and acknowledging their feelings.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Actively participated in family events and gatherings, seamlessly integrating into the family dynamic while providing additional support when needed.
  • Cared for sick children when necessary, administering medication according to parental guidelines while maintaining a comforting presence during recovery periods.
  • Supervised children on the playground to help develop physical and social skills while monitoring children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Transported children to and from activities and outings such as parks, playgrounds, lakes, stores, sports, school and swimming pools.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education

Bellevue College
Bellevue, WA

High School Diploma -

Lake Washington High School
Kirkland, WA
06.1992

Skills

  • Cared for children ages birth to 13
  • Knowledge of child development (infant, toddler, adolescent)
  • Experience caring for triplet infants and toddlers
  • Skilled in working with children with special needs
  • Excellent Communication Skills (with parents and children)
  • Created a daily communication journal to keep parents informed
  • Proficient in active listening with empathy
  • Implemented positive reinforcement behavior and problem solving techniques
  • Family meal planning and preparation
  • Understanding of child nutrition, child meal preparation and preparing homemade baby food
  • Involved children in preparing tasty and nutritious meals to encourage healthy eating habits and cooking skills
  • Planned age appropriate activities and structured routines
  • Helped to foster children's interests and hobbies
  • Excels at multitasking and adaptability
  • Understanding of Childproofing and Child Car seat Safely
  • Transported children to and from activities
  • Worked with parents who work from home
  • Homework assistance
  • Managed household inventory, personal shopping and errands
  • Holiday decoration preparation and post holiday clean up
  • Special occasion parties set up, host and clean up
  • Maintain confidentiality of personal information
  • Light housekeeping and laundry
  • Certified in Child and Infant First Aid/CPR/AED
  • Compassionate senior assistance
  • Pet care and sitting

Certification

Child and infant first aid CPR/AED certified

Timeline

Nanny and Household Manager

Kim Morrissette and Pat Solari
09.2012 - Current

Nanny

Carrie Mount and Charles Mount
07.2010 - 07.2012

High School Diploma -

Lake Washington High School

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education

Bellevue College

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