Katheryn Richards
Pocatello
Summary
Experienced Financial Aid Administrator with a strong background in managing financial aid programs and ensuring compliance. Demonstrates expertise in documentation accuracy, effective student counseling, and personalized mentorship. Knowledgeable in federal, state, and institutional financial aid policies, with proven communication and problem-solving skills that enhance student support and streamline processes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Aid Administrator
City Pointe Beauty Academy
03.2016 - 04.2026
- Compliance and Regulation Management: Ensuring all processes comply with federal, state, and institutional regulations, and staying updated on changing laws
- Counseling and Customer Service: Providing guidance to students and families regarding financial aid options, application procedures, debt management, and financial literacy
- Verification and Documentation: Reviewing student financial aid files for accuracy, verifying information, and maintaining secure, accurate records
- Fund Disbursement and Reconciliation: Administering and reconciling financial aid funds, including grants and scholarships
- Appeals and Special Circumstances: Evaluating special circumstances appeals, such as professional judgment decisions for changes in financial situations
- System Administration: Utilizing financial aid management software and student information systems to process, update, and manage data
- Document Preparation and Management: Drafting, editing, and formatting documents, reports, memos, and emails
- Visitor Assistance: Greeting clients and visitors, directing them to the appropriate person, and providing universal support
- Office Administration: Maintaining office supplies inventory, placing orders, and coordinating equipment maintenance
- Travel and Logistics: Arranging travel itineraries and booking hotels and/or rental vehicles
Anatomy and Physiology Educator
City Pointe Beauty Academy
03.2016 - 04.2026
- Instruction and Curriculum Development: Developing and implementing lesson plans that meet curriculum standards, educational guidelines, and the diverse learning needs of students
- Instruction Delivery: Instructed students across subjects, employing diverse teaching methods to actively engage and enhance learning
- Assessment: Evaluated student progress through assignments, tests, and projects, providing constructive feedback to support academic growth
- Classroom Management and Student Support/Discipline: Managed classroom behavior and enforced policies to create a safe and positive learning environment
- Student Support: Provided individualized guidance and mentorship to empower students in achieving academic and personal goals
- Ensured accurate documentation of student progress
- Professional Development and Professional Growth: Participating in professional development activities to stay updated on educational best practices and research
- Mentorship: Mentoring or guiding new teachers, teacher assistants, and students
- Maintained a safe learning environment to promote student well-being.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Crowder College
Neosho, MO01-2012
Skills
- Financial management software
- Financial regulations
- Adaptability to regulations
- Excel and Word proficiency
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Publisher and Teams expertise
- Excel and Word
- Publisher and Teams
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Clear communication
- Proactive initiative
Timeline
Financial Aid Administrator
City Pointe Beauty Academy
03.2016 - 04.2026
Anatomy and Physiology Educator
City Pointe Beauty Academy
03.2016 - 04.2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Crowder College