Jenelle A.

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Portland, OR 97219

from $30 per hour

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About Jenelle

Experience: 20 yrs

Holistic Nanny•Early Childhood Educator•Infant & Child Care Specialist I bring over 20 years of childcare experience with infants through pre-teens in both private homes and clinical settings. My approach is holistic, I listen to each child's cues, stay attentive to their needs, and move at a pace that honors where they are. I served as an Activities Director in a hospital program for children with special needs, designing therapeutic activities for diverse developmental and behavioral needs. As an Early Childhood Educator specializing in homeschool and tutoring, I create intentional learning environments tailored to each child's academic and developmental stage. My daily routines include outdoor play, creative projects, literacy support, and problem-solving. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I'm comfortable with housekeeping, meal prep, transportation, and travel. I also offer parental guidance by helping families navigate anxiety and behavioral challenges with love and respect.

Most recent review

5.0

based on 1 review

Jenelle has been an exceptional caregiver for our daughter since she was two years old. What sets her apart isn’t just competence - it’s perspective. She is herself the mother of a remarkably well-grounded child, and that shows in how she works. Her approach is thoughtful, consistent, and clearly shaped by someone who is compassionate and well informed on child development. We have watched our daughter grow in ways we directly attribute to the quality of that care and attention to detail she provided. We feel genuinely fortunate. She is not a typical nanny.

Michelle L.

3/30/2026

Services

Age groups

0-11 mo

1-3 yrs

4-5 yrs

6-11 yrs

12+ yrs

Rates

Recurring jobs

$30/hr

One time jobs

1 child

$27/hr

2 children

$30/hr

3 children

$33/hr

Can help with

Carpooling

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Swimming supervision

Travel

Qualifications

Education

Some college

Languages

English

Professional skills

CPR / First Aid trained

Early child development knowledge

Early childhood eductation

Special needs care

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Non-smoker