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Jodi Leas

Montpelier

Summary

Professional with over 25 years as a licensed school counselor at Bluffton Harrison MSD, experienced at advocating for children and fostering supportive relationships. Ability to develop tailored plans addressing academic, social, and emotional needs, while coordinating administrative duties and planning school events. Passionate about working with youth, and sharing faith through community engagement.engagement.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bible Study Leader

Women's Ministry at Wells County Jail
Bluffton
03.2022 - Current
  • Strive to connect with female inmates, and provide support and encouragement.
  • Focus on sharing the love of Jesus to those who may not know him.
  • Seek to learn more about the struggles that the female inmates are dealing with.

CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate)

Wells County CASA
Bluffton
01.2021 - Current
  • Meet with children identified as CHINS (Child in Need of Services) by the Wells County Court system.
  • Develop a relationship with children, family members, and service providers in order to best advocate for the child.
  • Submit reports to the court identifying a child's needs and make recommendations on how to address those needs.

Guidance Director

Bluffton High School
Bluffton
08.1999 - 06.2024
  • Began working as a school counselor at Bluffton Harrison MSD working with students K-12. In 2002 I began working solely at the high school. In 2009 I became the Guidance Director until my retirement in June 2024.
  • As a high school counselor my role was to address the academic, social, and emotional needs of the students.
  • A primary duty was to be sure that students were scheduled for the appropriate courses to ensure graduating on time.
  • Developed plans with students, parents, and teachers to help students in meeting their goals by identifying and addressing needs.
  • Served on committees in the community in representing and organizing events that involved high school students.
  • Coordinated and organized all required state testing for high school students.

Education

Master of Arts - Community Counseling

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
05-1999

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Huntington University
Huntington, IN
05-1997

Skills

  • Several years of teaching Sunday School at Hope Missionary and previous church
  • 25 years working with children as a licensed school counselor
  • Mother of three grown children; grandmother of 12
  • Experience working with children in the court system

Certification

  • Licensed Indiana School Counselor
  • CPR Certified

Timeline

Bible Study Leader

Women's Ministry at Wells County Jail
03.2022 - Current

CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate)

Wells County CASA
01.2021 - Current

Guidance Director

Bluffton High School
08.1999 - 06.2024

Master of Arts - Community Counseling

Indiana Wesleyan University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Huntington University

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