Khadro Abdi
Fort Morgan
Summary
Motivated and impact-driven professional with hands-on experience in behavioral therapy, student mentorship, and community outreach. Proven ability to support individuals from diverse and refugee backgrounds through academic guidance, case management, and culturally responsive care. Committed to promoting access, empowerment, and long-term success in underserved populations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Consultants for Children
Brush Colorado
09.2025 - Current
- Provide one-on-one behavioral therapy to children with autism using ABA principles.
- Support skill development in communication, social interaction, and daily living.
- Collect data on client progress and collaborate with supervisors and families.
Mentor
Welcome Corps Mentor – Colorado State University
08.2025 - Current
- Mentor refugee-background students who are new to the United States.
- Provide academic support, regular check-ins, and homework assistance.
- Connect students to campus and community resources to support long-term success.
- Full-Time, On-site
Mentor
College Access Navigators
08.2024 - Current
- Mentor first-generation high school and college students.
- Support students with college applications, scholarships, and academic planning.
- Provide consistent guidance on navigating college life and campus resources.
- Full-Time, On-site
Behavior Technician
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Implemented behavior intervention plans with children with autism.
- Assisted with skill-building activities and behavior tracking.
- Maintained a safe, supportive learning environment.
Intern
National Association of Higher Education (NASH)
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Planned and coordinated a refugee-focused convening conference across Colorado.
- Organized outreach to nonprofits and educational institutions.
- Managed event logistics, invitations, scheduling, and coordination.
- Supported collaboration between higher education institutions and refugee-serving organizations.
- Hybrid
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Morgan Community College
Fort Morgan05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Poltical Science
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05.2026
Skills
- Mentorship & Youth Advocacy
- Behavior Intervention & Data Collection
- Event Planning & Coordination
- Community Outreach
- Case Management & Student Support
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Bilingual
Certification
CPR
LANGUAGES
Somali and English
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Consultants for Children
09.2025 - Current
Mentor
Welcome Corps Mentor – Colorado State University
08.2025 - Current
Behavior Technician
04.2025 - 08.2025
Mentor
College Access Navigators
08.2024 - Current
Intern
National Association of Higher Education (NASH)
05.2024 - 08.2024
Associate of Science - Biology
Morgan Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Poltical Science
Colorado State University
Community Engagement
- Colorado Health Progress, Member, 2023-01, Present, Advocate for healthcare access and equity in Fort Morgan., Work with residents to address community health needs.
- Somali Family Liaison, 2020-01, Present, Provide translation services and assist families with job applications., Support Somali families with employment and resource navigation.
Honors & Awards
Global Access Award – 2025-09, Jackson Distinguished Scholar – 2025-05, Reisher Scholar – 2023-05, Denver Foundation Scholarship – 2023-04, Excelsior Scholarship – 2023-04, First Generation Scholar – 2022-08, Dhams Talton Scholarship – 2022-05