Gerard and Zoya work as teachers at an elementary school. Even though they are equally qualified, Gerard is being assigned more responsibilities and eventually becomes the school principal while Zoya continues to work as a teacher. This is an example of ________ existing in the educational institution.

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The situation described is an example of the glass escalator, which refers to the phenomenon of men being promoted more easily and quickly in female-dominated professions. Gerard, as a man in a predominantly female profession, has been more easily promoted to a higher position while Zoya, as a woman, has not experienced the same advancement opportunities.

Gerard and Zoya Work as Teachers at an Elementary School