Panorama Team

  • Co-Director

    Jennifer Mañón (she/her), M.S. Ed., has been an early childhood teacher for 18 years in New York. After teaching and directing at Brooklyn-based progressive nursery school WNNS, Jennifer, her husband and their two daughters relocated to Red Hook, NY. Jennifer worked at Bard College’s Nursery School before collaborating to create Panorama Early Childhood. She loves to sing with children and is fulfilled by conversations and interactions with our youngest citizens.

    Jennifer also serves on the Board of Education for the Red Hook Central School District.

    jennifer@panoramaearlychildhood.com

  • 3's Co-Lead Teacher

    Nicole Jones (she/her) holds an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and a degree in Fine Arts.

    Nicole has been with Panorama since the beginning in 2021 and is entering her 8th year as an early childhood teacher.

    Previously she worked at the Bard College Nursery School for three years. Before that she found the love of teaching while working summers during college at the preschool she went to as a child. She is always excited to form relationships with children and nurture their creativity.

    Nicole enjoys caring for her many house plants as well as going on adventures with her fiance and dachshunds. 

  • 3’s/4's Lead Teacher

    Nicole Palms was born and raised in NYC. She earned her BFA from George Washington University and Masters in Education from Hunter College. Nicole has been a lead teacher in lower elementary classrooms since 2003. In 2020, Nicole moved with her family upstate and she and her girls joyfully submersed themselves in more outdoor and creative learning at a local, Waldorf-inspired school. Supporting and working with young people continues to be an enriching and fulfilling journey.

    Nicole is looking forward to a second year of sharing her experience and love of teaching with the families at Panorama.

    When they are not in school, Nicole and her daughters enjoy cooking, reading, making art, playing music, hanging out with friends, and taking long walks with their two dogs.

  • 2's Co-Lead Teacher

    Becca Hardin (they/them), M.Ed. recently moved to the area from Minneapolis, Minnesota. They graduated from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities with a B.A in Psychology in 2018 and went on to complete their Masters of Education in Early Childhood Education at the same institution. They have over 10 years experience working in a multitude of therapeutic, child care, and educational positions including focuses in Autism Spectrum Disorders, Montessori, and nature-based education.

    Teaching 2’s holds a special place in their heart and they’re very excited to explore education in a less urban environment with more access to the outdoors. This will be Becca’s second year as a toddler teacher at Panorama!

    When they’re not teaching they enjoy crocheting with their partner, exploring nature, and catching a movie at the theater. 

  • 2's Co-Lead Teacher


    Hannah Sunshine (she/her) has been an educator for over 15 years, with experience working with children in a variety of early childhood and elementary school settings. She received an MS.Ed in Early Childhood and Childhood Education from Sarah Lawrence College and a BA from Bard College.  As a teacher, Hannah strives to learn and grow alongside the children in her care. 

    She particularly enjoys opportunities to facilitate outdoor learning and connection with nature. Outside of school, Hannah likes to spend time with her husband and daughter, exploring the delights that the Hudson Valley has to offer. 

  • Co-Director/2's Co-Lead Teacher

    Gabrielle Melton (she/her) holds a Masters in Early Childhood Education from Hunter College and a BA from Bard College. She has been an early childhood educator for almost 10 years.  Previously, Gabby was a lead teacher in the 2/3s program at Barrow Street Nursery School in New York City and taught in a 2/3s program at a progressive preschool in Brooklyn. Gabby likes to hike with her family, experiment with baking, and cozy up with a good book.

    gabby@panoramaearlychildhood.com

  • 3's Co-Lead Teacher

    Bob Burke holds an M.S.Ed. degree in Early Childhood Education from Bank Street College and a B.A. in Sociology from Boston University.

    Bob was inspired to enter the ECE field after his own sons, Coleman and Oscar, had the privilege of attending two progressive schools in the Bay Area during their early years. (His sons are now in their 20’s!) Bob got a Teaching Permit and went back to teach at one of these schools. He has now taught as a Lead Teacher on both coasts and most recently taught Pre-K at a Progressive Preschool in Brooklyn for 6 years.

    Bob is a recent transplant to Millerton where he lives with his partner, Jen. He enjoys reading, cooking and supporting the local Moviehouse.

    He feels grateful to have found the Panorama community and continues to feel fortunate to spend meaningful and joyful mornings with children as a teacher of young children.

  • 3’s/4's Assistant Teacher

    Marisa Eber M.A. Ed.(Keene State College), M.A. Conflict Resolution (World Learning Institute), has been a teacher for over 20 years, working in both cities and rural areas in the U.S. and Mexico, with a wide range of ages and subjects. She loves watching students have their “a-ha!” moments and has a passion for creating experiences that guide students to those moments.

    Marisa is a native New Yorker and now resides with her family and their beautiful, loving dogs in the Hudson Valley. She is a non-fiction enthusiast, loves baking, knitting and outdoor work and if and when possible, loves to play volleyball.

  • Assistant Teacher

    Anastasiia is a kind and caring individual with a Philology degree and experience in childcare in Eastern Europe. She has a deep passion for helping children learn about the world through play and is a creative crafter. Anastasia enjoys weaving macramé as a hobby and loves nothing more than traveling with her family and is always ready to share her knowledge with those around her. This will be Anastasiia’s second year as a teacher at Panorama!

  • 2’s Assistant Teacher

    Emily Ungvary (she/her) is a mom raising two kids with her husband in the picturesque Hudson Valley. Originally from Buffalo, NY, she has a B.S. in Business Administration from The State University of New York at Buffalo.

    She’s passionate about creating a nurturing environment for her own children and brings a well-rounded background from the worlds of business, hospital, and academic administration to her role as Assistant Teacher at Panorama Early Childhood. This will be Emily’s second year as a teacher at Panorama!

    Outside of work, she likes to garden, hike the scenic trails of the Catskills, and continues her quest to find the best pizza in the area. Her family also includes a dog, and two cats.

    Emily is looking forward to fostering a sense of care and building community with the team at Panorama!