Rewritten Title: Teachers Raise Concerns Over Hiring Process Bonus Allocation
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A segment of prospective teachers in Iran has voiced concerns regarding a specific bonus criterion in the recent national teacher recruitment examination, arguing it creates an uneven competitive landscape.
Citizen Journalist Highlights Issue
The matter was brought to light by a citizen journalist who submitted a formal message expressing dissatisfaction with the inclusion of an “active employee coefficient” in the hiring process for the Education Ministry. The correspondent called for a review of this policy to ensure fairness.
The Core of the Contention
Reports indicate that a number of applicants for the teaching positions have raised objections to the allocation of a significant bonus—reportedly up to 50 percent of the written exam’s total score—to individuals classified as “active employees.” This provision, they argue, has led to the acceptance of a specific group of candidates.
Many recent graduates, despite extensive preparation and possessing high levels of specialized knowledge, reportedly did not secure teaching positions. They contend that the bonus structure disadvantaged them, regardless of their exam performance or qualifications.
A Plea for Fair Consideration
In a personal appeal, the citizen journalist, a single young individual who participated in the exam, detailed their experience: “I answered most of the exam questions with high scores but was not accepted due to not having the active employee coefficient.” The message earnestly requested advocacy for young applicants who invested significant effort into the process, seeking a review and investigation into the allocation method. The correspondent hopes their voice and the voices of others in similar situations will be heard by the relevant authorities.