Marcia Norwell
Rolle
Summary
Experienced special education professional skilled in developing and implementing individualised education plans to foster student growth. Recognised for collaborative mindset and success in fast-paced environments. Proficient in emotional intelligence and behaviour management, ensuring comprehensive support for diverse learning needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
SEN Coordinator
Swedish International School of Geneva
08.2024 - Current
- Advocated for appropriate resources and supports necessary for special education students to succeed academically, emotionally and socially.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings focused on identifying unique strengths and challenges faced by each child while developing effective solutions.
- Coached and observed teachers to improve teaching techniques.
- Supported Learning Support Assistants in implementing strategies to meet the needs of students with IEPs.
- Conducted professional development workshop for staff on best practices in special education, and the importance of routines.
- Facilitated ongoing communication between school personnel, families, and specialists, regarding student goals and progress.
Holistic Nutritionist
Self Employed
08.2017 - Current
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' nutritional needs, resulting in targeted recommendations for optimal well-being.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of dietary interventions by tracking client progress and adjusting strategies as needed.
- Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs and conditions.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
SEN Support Teacher
GEMS World Academy, Etoy
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Delivered personalised educational, behavioural, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Used the ASDAN program to teach multiple subjects to a student on the Autistic Spectrum.
- Utilised formative assessments to monitor student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary units that connected multiple subjects, enhancing overall student understanding.
Assistant Teacher
Ecole St-Exupéry, Nyon
08.2017 - 08.2018
Learning Support Assistant
La Côte International School, Aubonne
09.2016 - 08.2018
Learning Support Assistant
Collège du Léman, Versoix
09.2014 - 01.2015
ESP Assistant
International school Campus des Nations, Genève
08.2005 - 08.2014
Swedish Teacher
International school Le Rosey, Rolle
09.2012 - 08.2013
Swedish Teacher
International school La Chataigneraie, Founex
09.2009 - 08.2010
Education
Certificate - Special Needs Education
International School of Geneva
Campus Des Nations06.2011
Diploma - Micro Nutrition
SSM
Lausanne, Switzerland01.2020
Diploma - Emotional Intelligence
Centre of Excellence
London, England01.2019
Certificate - ASDAN Tutor
GEMS
Etoy, Switzerland01.2018
Diploma - Anatomy-Physiology-Pathology
ESSR
01.2017
Diploma - Holistic Nutritionist
ENH
01.2016
Skills
- Inclusion strategies
- Language skilled
- Social skills development
- Behaviour management strategies
- Individualised education plans
- Transition planning expertise
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Certified in Nutrition and Well-being: participated in the school community by running workshops related to food and nutrition for parents and students
Languages
English Professional - written and spoken
French Professional - written and spoken
Swedish Mother tongue
Timeline
SEN Coordinator
Swedish International School of Geneva
08.2024 - Current
SEN Support Teacher
GEMS World Academy, Etoy
08.2018 - 08.2019
Holistic Nutritionist
Self Employed
08.2017 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Ecole St-Exupéry, Nyon
08.2017 - 08.2018
Learning Support Assistant
La Côte International School, Aubonne
09.2016 - 08.2018
Learning Support Assistant
Collège du Léman, Versoix
09.2014 - 01.2015
Swedish Teacher
International school Le Rosey, Rolle
09.2012 - 08.2013
Swedish Teacher
International school La Chataigneraie, Founex
09.2009 - 08.2010
ESP Assistant
International school Campus des Nations, Genève
08.2005 - 08.2014
Diploma - Anatomy-Physiology-Pathology
ESSR
Diploma - Holistic Nutritionist
ENH
Certificate - Special Needs Education
International School of Geneva
Diploma - Micro Nutrition
SSM
Diploma - Emotional Intelligence
Centre of Excellence
Certificate - ASDAN Tutor
GEMS
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