Seattle Schools Instructional Aide Faces Criminal Charges on Child Molestation

Update: The suspect, Abdi Hassan, was arrested after the court filing. Per the report from KING-5 tv, he was released on a $50,000 bond.

KING-5 also reports that the abuse happened at Rainier View Elementary during the 2015-2016 school year. 

The victim came forward about the abuse in 2021 after she was asked to write about a "time of great difficulty in her life," according to court documents.

I wonder if what she was writing was an essay to get into college. So sad. 

end of update

The district sent out a staff notice today:

Criminal charges were filed Monday, April 18, 2022, in King County Superior Court against an SPS instructional assistant Abdi Hassan for child molestation of a student. 

As soon as the district learned of the police investigation of the employee, our Human Resources Department took immediate action to suspend him from work and prohibit any contact with students. He is not allowed on school property. SPS is working to address his employment status. SPS will continue to cooperate with authorities in this investigation. 

The behavior related to the charges happened during the 2015-16 school year, and the employee worked for the district beginning in 2012. Families at the schools where Mr. Hassan worked will be receiving a communication this week, which will provide them with resources and contact information.

Many of us will experience strong feelings about this case. If you need support, there are resources available. · EAP/Staff Resources – mySPS Wellness Website   · SPS Mental Health Community Resources and Crisis Support .

 As a reminder, all Seattle Public Schools employees are required to report suspected cases of child abuse, neglect, and exploitation by any person to the appropriate school administrator. Read more about how to report sexual harassment and sexual assault. 

Sincerely, Dr. Concie Pedroza, Associate Superintendent
Noel Treat, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources

It appears from an employment check that Hassan worked at Rainier Beach Elementary, Dunlap Elementary and Concord International Elementary. 

It appears from his LinkedIn page that he has worked for the district for about 10 years. 

I get an error message on his staff page at the district website.

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