When does the diversity become decisive?
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I’ve also seen this in the district I worked for as well. (Recently retired.) I think all hiring should be based on qualifications.
I don’t believe this poster is devoid of self reflection. If she knows the person hired, talked with district personal and why she was not hired, there is no reason not to believe him/her.
I agree that qualifications are important. I have seen people hired because of who they know, who they are related to, and because of their religious beliefs. All three people created chaos and trouble for the school.
Do some homework. You may be able to file a DOL or EEOC complaint.
I agree that hiring should be based on your qualifications, but that EFFECTIVE experience with diversity should be one of those qualifications. Race, however, should not be a determining factor, unless it somehow adds to your qualifications for a position.. which should be proven in an interview.. not just by appearance.
I work in an area where “highly qualified teachers” are not at all effective with minority groups. They could apply to other positions and count that toward their “experience,” but the experience they truly gave those students lacked passion and effort. We’re not even going to discuss the lack of discipline and inorganic relationships.
If I were in your position, I would reflect deeply. If you truly feel qualified for the job, I would look into your discrimination case. That kind of decision making should have consequences. If they were open to discussing the matter with you, they may have felt just in their decision. You have a lot to think about. Good luck to you!
I hope you remember, as you’re looking for another position, that you should be in a place that values you. Meaning, if you chose to go forward with your accusation, it is for your peace of mind and their reflection, not for them to make a redetermination.
Unless you really like the place… then go for it!
I am somewhat skeptical. I don't know how a person would even KNOW all of this definitively.
While there is supreme confidence in what makes them good, there seems to be no self-reflection as to areas where they aren't as strong. Nor does there seem to be any consideration, at all, that the other candidate might have some experience and qualifications that might be uniquely advantageous.
Most people have some strengths and some weaknesses. Maybe the person who wrote that WOULD be the best teacher. However, the complete lack of self-reflection or consideration that anyone else might have their own skills and talents makes me pretty skeptical of the whole claim.
Again, that's their lens of the conversation
This is only one side of the story.
Also we need to remember that being too qualified can play a disadvantage today with all these funds being gone. The district looks at the cost too.
And knowing somebody can help as well.