Kearstan Nichol
Cincinnati
Summary
Energetic and adaptable with strong ability to manage operations and provide excellent customer service. Skilled in workflow optimization and familiar with key principles of administrative management. Committed to continuous growth and strive to improve functionality within the workplace. Personable and eager to continue to learn.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
The Wyoming Fine Arts Center
Wyoming, OH
07.2025 - Current
- Oversee the daily administrative, financial, and facility operations that keep our organization running efficiently.
- Manage new hire onboarding, payroll processing, and financial reporting while maintaining accurate employee and student records.
- Handling system-side registration, payments, waivers, and donor acknowledgment letters, ensuring all records are organized for grant and audit compliance.
- Coordinate facility rentals, client communications, and event logistics, as well as monitor building maintenance, supplies, and cleanliness schedules.
- Overseeing staff scheduling, training, and safety protocols, maintaining camper records, and providing daily operational support.
Lead Infant Teacher
Water Lily Learning Center
Cincinnati, OH
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Oversaw three classrooms and served as the primary caregiver and educator.
- Planned and led activities that promote fine motor, gross motor, language, literacy, and cognitive development.
- Maintained a safe, engaging environment that supports each child’s growth and developmental milestones.
Lead Teacher
Primrose Schools
Cincinnati, OH
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Created a nurturing and educational environment for young children, focusing on early childhood development and fostering a love for learning.
- Responsibilities included curriculum development, classroom management, individualized attention and parent communication.
- Fostered conflict management and monitored students' academic progress, health and safety.
Paraprofessional
Greene County Schools
Linton, IN
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Supported students with special needs in an elementary school setting, further assisting their academic, social, and emotional development.
- Responsibilities included one-on-one assisting with diverse learning and behavioral needs. Communicated regularly with teachers, therapist and other staff to help support the students individualized education plan.
Education
High school graduate -
Colorado Prepatory Academy
Westminster, CO05.2022
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Customer service
- Operational efficiency
- Planning and implementation
Timeline
Operations Manager
The Wyoming Fine Arts Center
07.2025 - Current
Lead Infant Teacher
Water Lily Learning Center
10.2024 - 07.2025
Lead Teacher
Primrose Schools
05.2024 - 10.2024
Paraprofessional
Greene County Schools
01.2024 - 04.2024
High school graduate -
Colorado Prepatory Academy