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TSC goes fully digital, unveils new online platform for teachers

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The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has moved to provide most of its services via its online platform. Teachers seeking transfers will now file their applications online as opposed to the manual application process. Other services that have been fully made available online are applications for promotions and new teacher registration.

These latest developments come at a time when TSC has completed digitizing teachers’ documents.

In its 2019-2023 Strategic Plan, the Commission identified Reforms and Innovation in the provision of teaching services as its strategic focus area aimed at improving service delivery to its employees and stakeholders. In this regard, the Commission has successfully migrated services related to recruitment and promotions of teachers to an online system.

Accordingly, there will be no manual applications for recruitment and promotion of teachers with effect from 1 st March, 2021.

Consequently, applications for transfer shall be accessed through the Commission’s website at www.tsc.go.ke as per the attached schedule while the mode and manner of application for both recruitment and promotion will be communicated in the adverts whenever there is a vacancy.

Further, the Commission has introduced an e-platform for official emails, virtual meetings and remote learning. The platform targets all teachers employed by the Commission and those undergoing internship programmes.

The new platform will be used in the following instances: –

  • For official communication between the Commission and teachers including transmission of official letters, Circulars, Pay-slips and responses to teachers’ inquiries among others.
  • To promote the usage of e-learning at no cost.
  • To support and promote the usage of virtual meetings. Institutions can therefore use the platform to hold virtual meetings while teachers will be able to create peer groups to carry out learning activities including mentoring and coaching.

See also; TSC online portal; https://teachersonline.tsc.go.ke/

Implementation Process

All Heads of Institutions and teachers including those on internship are required to activate their email accounts provided on the platform and use it for all communications to the Commission. The official email will take the format of the teacher’s name, the last two digits of the TSC number @mwalimu.tsc.go.ke.

The detailed procedure on how to activate the system can be accessed through the Commission’s website.

The Commission’s ICT field officers will be available to assist in the activation of the accounts. Heads of Institutions may use the ICT champions to sensitize teachers in their institutions and provide any needed technical support.

In addition to an official personal account, heads of institutions are to open a separate head-of-institution email. This address will be available to subsequent heads of institutions for continuity.

Heads of institutions shall update the teachers official email address and registered personal mobile phone number in the Teacher Management Information System (TMIS) within 30 days after all teachers in the institution have activated their emails.

Further, users may seek help on activation of the email, virtual meetings and remote learning through the following address; emailactivation@tsc.go.ke. All other normal queries and/or issues, to be sent to info@tsc.go.ke.

Effective Date

The exercise of activating the emails takes effect from 15th February, 2021 and will close on 30th April, 2021. Upon the expiry of the registration window, all emails outside the e-platform shall not be acted upon.

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TSC Advises Principals to Support, Not Punish, Struggling Teachers

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TSC Advises Principals to Support, Not Punish, Struggling Teachers

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is encouraging school principals to assist teachers who are experiencing difficulties, rather than resorting immediately to disciplinary measures. This appeal was articulated by Japhat Kariuki, the Nyanza Regional TSC Director, during a recent conference of the Kenya Secondary School Heads Association (KESSHA) held in Kisumu.

Kariuki emphasized the importance of thoroughly investigating the issues that affect teachers, such as alcohol consumption or personal challenges, prior to contemplating any formal actions. Educators often encounter social obstacles, like familial disputes, that can adversely impact their performance. “When teachers are encountering difficulties, they ought not to be condemned; they should be supported in their efforts to regain stability,” he asserted.

Cavin Anyuor, a TSC Legal Officer, clarified that the power to interdict teachers lies with school heads, not the TSC. He advised principals to ensure that any interdictions are founded on serious and legitimate reasons, rather than insignificant matters. For instance, there was a recent case where a headteacher penalized a Junior School teacher by withholding a chair.

The TSC is promoting the involvement of principals in the Teacher Induction Mentorship and Coaching (TIMEC) program. This initiative seeks to formalize support systems such as induction, mentorship, and coaching, concentrating on both preventive and remedial approaches to managing teachers.

Kariuki noted that many principals do not adequately induct new teachers, leaving them feeling disoriented. He urged school leaders to take responsibility for orienting new teachers to their roles, which includes comprehending professional responsibilities, laws, and procedures. This facilitates the development of emotional intelligence in teachers and cultivates a positive institutional culture.

He further recommended that teachers facing challenges with classroom management might benefit from mentorship from seasoned colleagues. Furthermore, principals should assist teachers in balancing their professional and personal lives, particularly when familial issues emerge.

Kariuki concluded by challenging school heads to institutionalize coaching, thereby ensuring that teachers consistently enhance their skills and attain higher professional standards.