Your Steamboat Nanny

Karine Therese

Hi, I’m Karine.

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I’m a Minnesota girl at heart with over 20 years of experience caring for children and supporting families, and I absolutely fell in love with life in Steamboat Springs. I originally came here after being recruited to nanny for a local family, and Steamboat quickly captured my heart. Between the mountains, fresh air, outdoor adventures, and strong sense of community, this place truly feels like home. I love raising kids (and spirits) in a town that invites curiosity, movement, and connection to nature.

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Connecting with people comes naturally to me, and I bring a calm, communicative, and deeply present approach into every home I work in.

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My background is in Psychology and Special Education, and over the years I’ve worked as a Mental Health Child Counselor, Preschool Teacher, Autism Specialist, Household Manager, Traveling Nanny, Live-In Nanny, and Live-Out Nanny. I’ve supported children of many ages, abilities, and backgrounds, always meeting them where they’re at with patience, structure, and genuine care.

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After returning to Minnesota, I went on to start and grow my own nanny and babysitting agency, which I still run out of MN, before finding my way back to Steamboat to continue doing the hands-on work I love.

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I’m passionate about nature-based, hands-on childcare and believe kids thrive when they’re moving, exploring, creating, and feeling safe to be themselves. My work is rooted in child development, emotional regulation, and connection. I also bring extensive training in early childhood development, therapeutic methods, behavior observation, mindfulness, youth and family systems, and interpersonal communication.

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Whether you’re visiting Steamboat or live here full time, my goal is simple: to offer loving, reliable care so parents can relax knowing their children are truly supported.