Amy Howell
Clyde,NC
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly organized, bringing strong skills in data management, system integration, and user support. Demonstrates expertise in maintaining and troubleshooting SIS databases, ensuring data accuracy, and implementing process improvements to enhance overall efficiency. Experience in training procedures and providing training to stakeholders. Possesses solid work ethic and methodical approach to tasks, aiming for quick completion with minimal errors. Prepared to contribute effectively as a SIS Coordinator, leveraging relevant knowledge and skills in data systems and operational order.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
NCSIS Professional Learning Consultant
NCDPI
Raleigh, North Carolina
03.2025 - Current
- Provide SIS support for all districts and charters in the Piedmont/Triad Region
- Design, develop, and deliver professional learning sessions for district and school personnel on the effective use of the Student Information System.
- Provide in-person and virtual training workshops, webinars, and instructional materials.
- Develop user guides, training documentation, and learning resources aligned with SIS updates and state policies.
- Support onboarding and ongoing training for new SIS users.
- Assist districts and schools in understanding SIS functionality, data entry procedures, and reporting capabilities.
- Provide guidance on student data management, including enrollment, attendance, scheduling, grades, and compliance reporting.
- Troubleshoot system-related issues and collaborate with technical teams to resolve user challenges.
- Promote best practices for maintaining accurate and secure student data.
SIS Coordinator
Union Academy Charter School
Monroe, NC
10.2017 - 03.2025
- Implemented efficient processes to ensure data accuracy in compliance with school and state policies and procedures.
- Supported teachers, administrators, and staff in effective use of SIS system, enhancing overall user competency.
- Assisted in developing system-wide policies for entering, accessing and managing student information within the database.
- Maintained current knowledge of relevant technology as it applied to the use of SIS software.
- Generated reports meeting departmental requirements, ensuring timely access to critical student information.
- Established user accounts, passwords and privileges in accordance with district policy.
- Addressed requests from authorized personnel for data manipulation assistance, facilitating efficient data management.
- Generated and created reports as requested by school administrators or other stakeholders when needed.
Data Manager
Sun Valley High School
Monroe, NC
07.2012 - 10.2017
- Developed and maintained accurate records of student data, including attendance, grades and demographics using SIS software.
- Monitored student information for accuracy and completeness within the database.
- Conducted regular audits of student data for integrity and accuracy purposes.
- Prepared reports on academic or institutional data.
- Established operational policies and procedures and made any necessary modifications pertaining to required information/data required by the school, district and state policies.
- Responsible for building and loading a schedule for a K-12 School.
- Troubleshot technical issues related to SIS software and hardware components.
- Collaborated with IT professionals to resolve any technical issues that arose during daily operations of the system.
- Coordinated with vendors regarding upgrades or changes needed for existing applications used by students or faculty members.
- Facilitated the implementation of new vendor programs as the primary contact for integration with the SIS system.
- Trained new users on the functionality of the SIS system in a classroom setting.
- Serve as the CRDC Coordinator and fulfill all CRDC tasks.
- Attend and participate in all state meetings as a representative of the district.
Varsity Coach
Sun Valley High School
Monroe, NC
08.2011 - 06.2016
- Coached Varsity women's volleyball, basketball, and softball.
- Collaborated with assistant coaches to develop and implement strategies that enhanced team performance.
- Established a positive organizational culture through an effective reward system promoting good behavior on and off the field/court.
- Communicated with parents to provide important updates and address inquiries.
Teacher Assistant/Tutor
Shiloh Elementary
Monroe, NC
08.2007 - 06.2012
- Motivated and engaged students, enhancing foundational academic skills and knowledge.
- Developed and maintained classroom environment that supported learning and promoted social and emotional development.
- Implemented LLI reading program for students below grade level, fostering reading improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Health Promotion/Nutrition
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC, US06-1996
Skills
- Student information systems
- Training development
- Data analysis
- Data management
- Compliance reporting
- User support
Additional Information
4 Year Collegiate Athlete
References
- Shaun Poole, Principal, Cabarrus County Schools, (704) 858-4608, shaun.poole@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
- Beth Broadway, SIS Coordinator, Union County Public Schools, (704) 296-3147, beth.broadway@ucps.k12.nc.us
- Kathrine Stewart, IT Director, Anson County Schools, (704) 698-8917, kathrine.stewart@anson.k12.nc.us
- Amy Creswell, SIS Coordinator, (704) 264-5813, amy.creswell@ucps.k12.nc.us
Timeline
NCSIS Professional Learning Consultant
NCDPI
03.2025 - Current
SIS Coordinator
Union Academy Charter School
10.2017 - 03.2025
Data Manager
Sun Valley High School
07.2012 - 10.2017
Varsity Coach
Sun Valley High School
08.2011 - 06.2016
Teacher Assistant/Tutor
Shiloh Elementary
08.2007 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Health Promotion/Nutrition
Appalachian State University