ALS463...Let me assure you that this story that I am telling is real and I am not exaggerating. I work in DC Public Schools and yes a principal can hire anyone they want to to serve as the manager of special education (LEA rep). Hiring a sped teacher is different. A sped teacher must have credentials and certification. An LEA rep can be anyone. DC has become a system of nepotism and due to gentrification...it has become a racist system also. They changed the criteria of the manager of special education (LEP rep) to someone who does not need a specific degree or certification. You can check behind me. Call human resources (202) 442-4090 and ask...if they answer the phone.
This woman has a degree but its not in education. She came in from a charter school and transferred to the public school due to her relationship with the principal.
Does this story sound fishy...heck yeah! Its very frustrating. Amiblue, Im not the fishy one. There is an actual perp (in many ways) at my job and your advice would be helpful...thanks.