Marcia Norwell
Rolle,Suisse
Summary
A highly dedicated professional with exceptional people skills and a proven track record of finding solution-focused outcomes. I am deeply passionate about supporting my clients' nutrition and well-being, guiding them with consistent follow-up to ensure goals are achieved through individualised coaching. My core competencies also include efficient organisation of administrative duties, encompassing key areas like contract management, staff logistics, and operational compliance. I am committed to fostering empathetic and supportive relationships in all settings. Fluent in English, French, and Swedish.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Administrative Coordinator
Swedish International School of Geneva
Meyrin, Geneva, Switzerland
2025.04 - Current
- Negotiate and secure advantageous contracts with vendors to optimise cost-efficiency.
- Handle multilingual telephone enquiries in French, English, and Swedish from clients and external partners.
- Manage comprehensive staff administration, including coordinating recruitment, handling absences, organising replacement staff, overseeing employee logistics (check-in, permits), and managing janitorial and kitchen staff to delegate tasks effectively.
- Ensure strict operational compliance, managing confidential files and acting as the designated Fire Manager.
SEN Coordinator
Swedish International School of Geneva
Meyrin, Geneva, Switzerland
2024.08 - 2026.04
- Advocate for and secure appropriate resources and supports necessary for Special Educational Needs (SEN) students to succeed academically, emotionally, and socially.
- Lead and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to identify unique student strengths and challenges, driving the development of effective, tailored solutions.
- Provide essential continuous support to staff and Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), acting as a present resource, and delivering professional development workshops on best practices and the importance of routines.
- Facilitate ongoing communication between school personnel, families, and specialists regarding student goals and progress, including presenting to staff and parents on student inclusion and well-being.
Holistic Nutritionist
Self Employed
Rolle, Switzerland
2017.08 - 2026.04
- Conduct thorough, client-specific nutritional assessments to determine individual nutrient and energy requirements, considering lifestyles, physiology, and medical concerns.
- Collaborate with doctors and psychologists to ensure comprehensive patient care and achieve optimal client outcomes.
- Plan tailored, nutritious meal options and suggest suitable exercise regimens for individuals with various health needs, focusing on reducing client stress levels.
- Lead nutritional workshops in educational settings (schools), and consistently evaluate the effectiveness of dietary interventions by tracking client progress and adjusting strategies.
SEN Support Teacher
GEMS World Academy, Etoy
Etoy, Switzerland
2018.08 - 2019.08
- Delivered personalised educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students, including utilising the ASDAN program to teach multiple subjects to a student on the Autistic Spectrum, resulting in positive learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary units and utilised formative assessments to regularly monitor student progress, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
Assistant Teacher
Ecole St-Exupéry, Nyon
Nyon, Switzerland
2017.08 - 2018.08
Learning Support Assistant
La Côte International School, Aubonne
Aubonne, Switzerland
2016.09 - 2018.08
Learning Support Assistant
Collège du Léman, Versoix
Coppet, Switzerland
2014.09 - 2015.01
ESP Assistant
International school Campus des Nations, Genève
Geneva, Switzerland
2005.08 - 2014.08
Swedish Teacher
International school Le Rosey, Rolle
Rolle, Switzerland
2012.09 - 2013.08
Swedish Teacher
International school La Chataigneraie, Founex
Founex, Switzerland
2009.09 - 2010.08
Education
Diploma - Micro Nutrition
SSM
Lausanne, Switzerland 2024.01 - 2024.06
Diploma - Emotional Intelligence
Centre of Excellence
London, England, EnglandCertificate - ASDAN Tutor
GEMS
Etoy, SwitzerlandDiploma - Anatomy-Physiology-Pathology
ESSR
Lausanne 2017.01 - 2017.06
Diploma - Holistic Nutritionist
ENH
Genève 2014.08 - 2017.06
Certificate - Special Needs Education
International School of Geneva
Campus Des NationsSkills
- Possess exceptional communication and active listening skills, fostering empathetic and supportive professional relationships
- Foster a positive team culture and collaboratively drive shared objectives with a dedicated, flexible, and positive attitude
- Provide supportive, individualised coaching to clients, often using 'walk and talk' movement-based sessions to maximise goal achievement
- Certified in Sport and Nutrition and Well-being; leverages expertise to develop and lead engaging food and nutrition workshops for the school community
Languages
English Professional - written and spoken
French Professional - written and spoken
Swedish Mother tongue
Affiliations
- I enjoy an active lifestyle with a focus on daily movement, which includes running, Pilates, cross-country skiing, and fitness activities, as well as the invigorating challenge of cold lake swimming. I also find joy in cooking and cherishing time spent with family and friends.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Administrative Coordinator
Swedish International School of Geneva
2025.04 - Current
SEN Coordinator
Swedish International School of Geneva
2024.08 - 2026.04
Diploma - Micro Nutrition
SSM
2024.01 - 2024.06
SEN Support Teacher
GEMS World Academy, Etoy
2018.08 - 2019.08
Holistic Nutritionist
Self Employed
2017.08 - 2026.04
Assistant Teacher
Ecole St-Exupéry, Nyon
2017.08 - 2018.08
Diploma - Anatomy-Physiology-Pathology
ESSR
2017.01 - 2017.06
Learning Support Assistant
La Côte International School, Aubonne
2016.09 - 2018.08
Learning Support Assistant
Collège du Léman, Versoix
2014.09 - 2015.01
Diploma - Holistic Nutritionist
ENH
2014.08 - 2017.06
Swedish Teacher
International school Le Rosey, Rolle
2012.09 - 2013.08
Swedish Teacher
International school La Chataigneraie, Founex
2009.09 - 2010.08
ESP Assistant
International school Campus des Nations, Genève
2005.08 - 2014.08
Diploma - Emotional Intelligence
Centre of Excellence
Certificate - ASDAN Tutor
GEMS
Certificate - Special Needs Education
International School of Geneva