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Idil Abdi

Westerville

Summary

Educational leader with 6.5 years of experience in special education and inclusive learning environments. Skilled in building partnerships with educators, therapists, and families to create developmentally appropriate and equitable programs for children with diverse needs. Holds a Master's in Education: Educational Leadership and extensive hands-on expertise supporting students with developmental disabilities, behavioral challenges, and varied learning capacities. Passionate about serving underserved communities, expanding access to inclusive education, and bridging cultural and language gaps through bilingual fluency in Somali and English.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Founder & Consultant

Inclusive Learning Solutions
Columbus
01.2024 - Current
  • Provide training, advocacy, and consultation to early learning centers to create inclusive, developmentally appropriate programs.
  • Partner with nonprofits and community organizations to expand access to supplemental learning for children with developmental disabilities and underserved families.
  • Support childcare leaders in implementing culturally responsive and inclusive practices.

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Bridgeway Academy
Columbus
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Led classrooms for students with autism, developmental disabilities, and behavioral needs using evidence-based interventions.
  • Collaborated with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and behavior analysts to implement individualized education plans (IEPs).
  • Designed and adapted curriculum to meet diverse student needs while promoting social, academic, and behavioral growth.
  • Mentored support staff and coordinated with families to create strong home-school connections.
  • Championed equity in learning by supporting underserved students and culturally diverse families.

Child Care & Early Education Roles

01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Assisted in early learning centers, supporting classroom activities, student engagement, and parent communication.
  • Advocated for families from underserved communities to ensure inclusive participation.
  • Introduced inclusive learning approaches to support children with different capacities in group settings.

Education

Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Educational Leadership

Franklin University
Columbus, OH
05.2023 - 09.2024

Bachelor's Degree - Communication Studies

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO
08.2017 - 05.2021

Skills

  • Educational Leadership
  • Program Development
  • Inclusive Curriculum Design
  • Special Education
  • ABA Classroom Support
  • Staff Training
  • Professional Development
  • Collaboration
  • Family Engagement
  • Community Engagement
  • Advocacy
  • Bilingual

Leadership And Community Involvement

  • Bilingual advocate, bridging communication gaps for Somali and English-speaking families in education settings.
  • Active member in student organizations promoting cultural engagement and inclusion during undergraduate studies.
  • Ongoing work with families and community partners to expand access to inclusive learning programs in underserved neighborhoods.

Timeline

Founder & Consultant

Inclusive Learning Solutions
01.2024 - Current

Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Educational Leadership

Franklin University
05.2023 - 09.2024

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Bridgeway Academy
01.2022 - 01.2024

Child Care & Early Education Roles

01.2018 - 01.2021

Bachelor's Degree - Communication Studies

Metropolitan State University of Denver
08.2017 - 05.2021
Idil Abdi