In Uberlândia, a teacher was dismissed for excessive unjustified absences while her husband claims she was working at their family's school during that time.
In Uberlândia, the municipal government dismissed a teacher due to a high number of unjustified absences. Reportedly, the teacher recorded 176 unjustified absences between August 2023 and February 2025 while she held two positions within the municipal network. The dismissal was officially published in the Municipal Official Diary on January 23, and her removal from both positions was confirmed in the official publication on January 30.
Adding to the controversy, the teacher's husband claimed during a social worker's visit that she was not home, suggesting she spent extensive time working at a family-owned school instead. This situation has raised questions about her medical leave, as she was reportedly absent from the classroom due to medical certificates. The juxtaposition of her claimed medical issues against her husband's statement has sparked further scrutiny into her case, revealing potential discrepancies in the justification for her absences.
The incident highlights the complexities involved in managing public sector employment, particularly in instances where medical leave is contrasted with perceived professional engagements outside of the official setting. This case may lead to discussions about the regulations surrounding absenteeism in municipal employment, as well as the implications of family-run businesses on public employee professionalism and accountability.
