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About Us

It takes a big heart to teach little minds

Hawks Nest Learning Tree is committed to provide the highest quality of care in an environment that is both nurturing and stimulating. Our teachers are highly qualified and determined to bring out the best in each child. Our classrooms are designed to meet each child's developmental milestone and promote school readiness. We are pleased to be in partnership with ELC (Early Learning Coalition) to provide a higher quality early learning experience. Below is our team of educators, eager to teach your child and assist them as they soar to great heights! 

Meet Our Educational Team

Ms. Jaimie

Ms. Stephanie

Mrs. Jessica

Founder / Owner 

 I have always had a passion for children, which is why I have dedicated my entire career to Early Childhood Education. With 20 years of experience working with children and families, I am a strong advocate for high quality child care. I strive for a safe, clean, and nurturing learning environment with strong ties to famil

Founder / Owner 

 I have always had a passion for children, which is why I have dedicated my entire career to Early Childhood Education. With 20 years of experience working with children and families, I am a strong advocate for high quality child care. I strive for a safe, clean, and nurturing learning environment with strong ties to family involvement. Our goal is to provide parents with peace of mind when it comes to picking the right preschool for their child.  What a blessing it has been to provide a top rated child care center for our families and community! My heart is full daily with the joy of seeing each child in our care develop and grow. 

Mrs. Jessica

Ms. Stephanie

Mrs. Jessica

Director 

My name is Jessica, I have been in the Early Childhood field for over 10 years now and I absolutely love it. I love seeing the kids grow and change through the years as well as creating close bonds with the families. I am truly honored to be the director of such an amazing center and strive to help the school continue to thrive. 

Director 

My name is Jessica, I have been in the Early Childhood field for over 10 years now and I absolutely love it. I love seeing the kids grow and change through the years as well as creating close bonds with the families. I am truly honored to be the director of such an amazing center and strive to help the school continue to thrive. I am married with two children, and we have recently moved back to Panama City. I am excited for my new chapter with Hawks Nest and blessed to have found a school with such wonderful co-workers who feel like family. 

Ms. April

Ms. Stephanie

Ms. Stephanie

Assistant Director

 Ever since I was in elementary school my passion has been to work with kids. I absolutely love working with kids and watching them grow and learn new things every day. I worked with all ages here at Hawks Nest, it’s so exciting watching them learn and explore new things!! I especially love the different relationships I 

Assistant Director

 Ever since I was in elementary school my passion has been to work with kids. I absolutely love working with kids and watching them grow and learn new things every day. I worked with all ages here at Hawks Nest, it’s so exciting watching them learn and explore new things!! I especially love the different relationships I have with each and every one of them. I am working on getting my CDA and continuing toward my Bachelor's in Education. I have been a part of the Hawks Nest family for 3+ years!

Ms. Stephanie

Ms. Stephanie

Ms. Stephanie

Young ones Teacher

 Being the oldest of 5 children and mother of 2 children, I’ve always had a passion for caring for others, which is why I decided childcare would be a great place to begin my career. Since I’ve been at Hawk’s Nest, I’ve had the honor to work with all age groups from newborn all the way up to pre k aged students. I love b

Young ones Teacher

 Being the oldest of 5 children and mother of 2 children, I’ve always had a passion for caring for others, which is why I decided childcare would be a great place to begin my career. Since I’ve been at Hawk’s Nest, I’ve had the honor to work with all age groups from newborn all the way up to pre k aged students. I love being  such a positive influence in the lives of our new generation. It's a blessing being able to watch how many children thrive in the care of such a compassionate childcare center. My hopes for the future are to further my education in childcare so I can always be that positive influence a child may be longing for.  I have been a part of the Hawks Nest family for 3+ years!

Ms. Amy

Ms. Emily

Ms. Amy

Infant Teacher 

Hello my name is Amy i was born and raised in Panama City fl. I have always loved working with children. I love to watch them grow and learn new things everyday, Happy to be apart of this team here at HawksNest. 

  

Ms. Ana

Ms. Emily

Ms. Amy

 Ones Teacher 

Hi my name is Ani Sotomayor. I am the ones teacher and I am so excited to teach and spend time with the little ones. I knew I wanted to be a teacher since high school when I joined the Early Childhood Education Program. I have always had a love for kids since I started babysitting my cousin.

Ms. Emily

Ms. Emily

Ms. Emily

Toddler Teacher

 Hello my name is Emily! I have lived in Panama City, FL my entire life. I am the older one year olds teacher. This is my first time being in childcare and I'm ready for this new adventure! I am so excited to watch your little ones grow and learn!

Mrs. Mya

Ms. Emily

Ms. Emily

Twos Teacher

Hi my name is Mya. I am the two's teacher. I have always wanted to be a teacher since I was a child. I helped raise my siblings. I sadly do not have any children of my own yet. I graduated from Central High School. I've worked in Education since graduating high school. I was a behavioral para and an ESE para.  I am beyond exited to not only teach, but love your children. 

Ms. JoAnna

Mrs. Amanda

Mrs. Amanda

Three's Teacher

 Hi guys! I’m JoAnna, I am from Auburn Alabama. I moved to Florida about two years ago and have loved it ever since! I have my DCF training and I look forward to helping your children learn and grow! 

Mrs. Amanda

Mrs. Amanda

Mrs. Amanda

VPK Teacher

 Hi! My name is Amanda and I am so excited to be on this journey with you and your kiddos. I am mom to my beautiful daughter Daisy and wife to Charles. We have recently returned to Panama City after 21 years with the U.S. Coast Guard. My heart is in education. I love learning, as a teacher and as a student!  I have my BA in Psy

VPK Teacher

 Hi! My name is Amanda and I am so excited to be on this journey with you and your kiddos. I am mom to my beautiful daughter Daisy and wife to Charles. We have recently returned to Panama City after 21 years with the U.S. Coast Guard. My heart is in education. I love learning, as a teacher and as a student!  I have my BA in Psychology and want to go back to school for my MS in Psychology to further my knowledge. I also have my VPK and DCF certifications.  

Mrs. Baylie

Mrs. Amanda

Mrs. Baylie

Pre-k Teacher

Hi my name is Baylie! I am the Pre-K teacher.I have always been apart of childcare since i was young and have always wanted to further my career in childcare and I cannot wait to be apart of your child’s growth and education!

Assistant Teachers

Ms. Colleen

Ms. Colleen

Ms. Colleen

Cook

  I have 38 years experience working with adults with disabilities. My passion has always been to care for others, and children are precious gifts that deserve the absolute best. I have many years of educational training in administration, behavior and life skills. I adore all the children here at Hawks Nest and am thankful to have th

Cook

  I have 38 years experience working with adults with disabilities. My passion has always been to care for others, and children are precious gifts that deserve the absolute best. I have many years of educational training in administration, behavior and life skills. I adore all the children here at Hawks Nest and am thankful to have the opportunity to love each one of them. I have been a part of the Hawks Nest family for 3+ years!

Ms. Ebony

Ms. Colleen

Ms. Colleen

Teachers Aid

 I’m Ebony, I have been working with children for over 25 years. When I was in High School, they had a program that let you go work at a childcare center. I flourished at the center and knew that working with children was for me. Years later when I had my own children it sparked that passion again. I worked for the Bay Distric

Teachers Aid

 I’m Ebony, I have been working with children for over 25 years. When I was in High School, they had a program that let you go work at a childcare center. I flourished at the center and knew that working with children was for me. Years later when I had my own children it sparked that passion again. I worked for the Bay District for many years before finding myself wanting to work with the toddlers again. I love the children’s eagerness to learn and all their energy. My favorite age group is the Ones. When they learn something new you can see the lightbulb light up above their heads. Now that my children are grown my favorite part of my day is getting to love on all the Hawks Nest children and seeing how happy they are to see me.  I have been a part of the Hawks Nest family for 1 year!

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1315 E 14TH ST

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