The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers – KUPPET, is a registered trade union that represents teachers in secondary schools and other post primary learning institutions. If you are a teacher, employed by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) ,then it is necessary that you join either KUPPET, KNUT and even KEWOTA (which is an association for female teachers).
The Labour Relations Act of Kenya (2007), Part VI Section 49 provides for deduction of Agency Fee from employees covered by Collective Agreements (CBAS). An employee paying agency fee is not a member of the union.
How to confirm KUPPET Membership from the the TSC online Payslip system.
To confirm your membership in KUPPET follow the following procedure:
Click My Transaction and then Check Running Transaction Details,
For a KUPPET Member the Ref Account column should show “KUPPET”
For a teacher paying Agency Fee the Ref Account column shows “AGENCY FEE”
How to join KUPPET using Online T-Pay Registration System
1. Log in “TSC ONLINE PAYSLIP”
2. Go to “3RD PARTIES”
3. Click “CLICK HERE TO SEND YOUR PAYSLIP
4. Click “SELECT CATEGORY”
5. Go to “SWA”
6. Select “COMPANY CATEGORY”
7. Go to “KUPPET UNION DUES”
8. Click “SEND PAYSLIP
(A message “Pay slip for this month has already been sent to KUPPET UNION DUES” will appear).
9. Alert the branch office by sending your Official Name, TSC Number and Name of Institution by SMS to the executive secretary or any elected Branch Executive Committee (BEC) member. The will follow it up with the TSC to ensure that you union membership status is updated.
The same process is followed when joining KNUT and KEWOTA online.
Joining a union of your choice is a noble action that you should embrace. Being a union member enables you to participate in the election process at branch level. The union can as well arbitrate in matters between teachers and the employer, TSC.
TSC Documents to be kept by teachers-The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has released a new list of documents that must be prepared and maintained by all teachers. These documents are mandatory for all teachers. failure to keep these documents may lead to disciplinary action by TSC.
All teachers are required to comply with performance standards and shall in the course of duty maintain professional documents and records that facilitate curriculum delivery. This checklist is intended to assist the teachers to maintain professional documents that can be assessed by supervisors for the purpose of teacher appraisal.
In this regard, the following documents must be prepared, used, updated and maintained at all times.
List of Professional Documents to be Maintained by Teachers.
List of documents to be maintained by all teachers:
Current Personal Timetable/training schedule.
Syllabi /course outline/ curriculum design.
Approved Schemes of work/work plans.
Updated Lesson plans/facilitators guide.
Updated Lesson notes/presentation notes.
Records of work/sessions/activities checked weekly.
Examination analysis by subject (national and internal)/ Assessment records/staff training indices records
Marked/checked learners work exercise books/training reports/back to office reports
Co-curricular/team building activity records.
Learners’/trainees conduct and behaviour records and guidance and counseling records.
Copies of subject/programmes/departmental meeting minutes.
Teacher Performance Appraisal and Development records.
The TSC Next of Kin Form and Death Gratuity-My dear friend, dear teacher, death is inevitable and no one knows when it will happen. Therefore, it is necessary that you prepare yourself well for any eventuality. One way of preparing yourself is by putting your records in order at the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). This includes but not limited to filling out and filing the TSC Next Of Kin Form.
How to get the TSC Next of Kin Form.
This form is available at no cost. You can download it here, now. After downloading it, fill the TSC Next of Kin Form correctly, seal it properly before handing it over to the Head Of Institution. The Head of Institution will then send it to the TSC Headquarter for filing.
Particulars in the next of kin form.
The following details must be captured well on the TSC Next of Kin Form:
S/N
Particulars
Description
1
Your Name
Capture your name correctly as contained in the official TSC documents
2
Your TSC Number
Write your TSC Number correctly as contained in the official TSC documents
3
Name of Spouse (s)
List your spouse (s) by writing their official names as written on their National Identity cards.
4
Name (s) of your children
List the children by their official names; as captured on their Birth Certificates
5
Name (s) of your parents
Enter the names of parents by writing their official names as written on their National Identity card.
6
Relative (s) working with TSC
If there is any relative working with the TSC as a teacher or in the secretariat; write the name here.
Remember, proof of identity of the listed individuals must be provided for them to benefit from TSC gratuity.
The dependants of a teacher who dies in service are entitled to Death Gratuity and Dependants Pension if the teacher was serving on Permanent and Pensionable terms and was confirmed in the service.
For Death Gratuity to be paid the following shall apply:
Deceased teacher’s name is removed from payroll and overpayment recorded if any.
The next-of-kin should submit original death certificate and a letter by area chief identifying the next-of-kin and dependants.
The next of kin will settle over payment if any.
The claim is forwarded to the Director of Pensions for payment. NB: In case of a dispute, the parties involved are referred to the Deputy County Commissioner for arbitration.
The dependants may also seek legal redress from a court of law.
Pension is paid to the deceased dependants who are aged below 18 years for a period of 5 years.
Teacher Killed while on duty
This is pension paid to dependants when a teacher is killed on duty.
The benefit is payable to the spouse and/or dependants of a teacher who dies as a result of injuries in the actual discharge of duty and without his/her own intention. Teachers Service Commission TSC Death Gratuity
NB: The retirees/next of kin are informed when the claims are forwarded to the treasury for payment.
TSC NEXT OF KIN FORM.
TEACHERS SERVICE COMMISSION
BENEVOLENT FUND
DECLARATION FORM FOR NEXT – OF – KIN
I, Mr./Mrs./Miss/Ms …………………………………………………… TSC/…………………… hereby declare the under listed as my next of kin for the purpose of the Benevolent Fund.
However, the list is subject to the provisions of Articles II (1) of the BBF constitution.
NAMES OF NEXT OF KIN APPROXIMATE AGE
(A) SPOUSE(S)
……………………………………………………………………….. ………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………….. ………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………
(B) OWN CHILDREN
……………………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………….. ………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………….. ………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………..
…………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………….
(C) OWN PARENTS
…………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………
RELATIVES WORKING WITH TSC AND RELATIONSHIP ………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………….. …………………………………………………………………….. ………………………………………..
I confirm that this nomination(s) supersedes any previous nominations.
Date …………………………………………… Signature ……
The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, recognizes the rights of persons with special needs under Article 54 (1) of the Constitution with regard to its employees. The purpose of this policy aims at removing all discriminatory practices against employees with special needs by creating an enabling environment that enhance their access to opportunities and services in the Commission.
This policy will help in addressing issues and concerns of employees with special needs namely; physical, visual and hearing impairment, albinism and psychological disorders by ensuring that employees with special needs:
i. Are treated with dignity and respect, addressed and referred to in a manner that is not demeaning,
ii. Have the necessary facilities to enhance their movement in the work place.
iii. Have access to materials and devices to overcome constraints arising from their disability.
iv. Have the necessary information using the most appropriate means of communication that include but not limited to sign language and braille.
Determination of disability
The Commission in collaboration with the National Council for persons with Disability (NCPWD) shall determine the type, nature and degree of disability. Any employee with special needs shall be required to:
i. Declare disability at the time of employment,
ii. Declare disability that occurs in the course of employment,
iii. Register and obtain a disability registration certificate from the NCPWD which shall be subjected to scrutiny before acceptance,
iv. Declare their disability status once registered by the NCPWD within a reasonable period acceptable to the Commission which shall be determined from time to time.
Intervention strategies for employees with disability
The Commission shall adopt the following strategies to address the challenges of employees with special needs:
i. Establish and maintain a database of all employees with special needs specifying the nature, type and severity of disability during the time of employment,
ii. Ensure compliance with the statutory provisions on Persons With Disability (PWD) during the time of recruitment,
iii. Deploy employees with special needs to positions and stations that enhance their performance,
iv. Pay prescribed allowances to employees with special needs where such is considered necessary for effective performance of duty,
v. Guide employees with special needs to apply for PAYE tax exemption from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) or any other benefits due from the government,
vi. Ensure that TSC premises and other facilities comply with the requirements of the PWDs Act 2003,
vii. Institute appropriate communication mechanisms to ensure that all employees with special needs get information,
viii. Never terminate or retire any employee on the basis of disability unless declared otherwise by a Medical Board,
ix. Support employees who acquire disability in the course of duty in accordance with the Work Injury Benefits Act (2007),
x. Ensure inclusion of all employees in the Commission’s programmes irrespective of their physical status,
xi. Enhance collaboration and partnership with relevant government agencies and stakeholders on matters of benefit to employees with special needs.
For instance, if your mean has been low in the last three years then you will score poorly during the interviews. The maximum mark for a teacher with a mean of 11 (A- minus) and above has been set at 20. Whereas a teacher with a mean of below 2 (D- minus) will be awarded one mark only.
Another scoring area is the improvement index; with teachers who have recorded a positive improvement of 2 and above garnering 20 marks.
Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers, Kuppet, has come out to castigate TSC for sidelining some administrators in the ongoing promotions.
“We also draw your attention to the apparent discriminative procedures the Commission
has instituted against some principals, deputy principals and senior masters who merit on
the basis of their qualifications. Initially, we received complaints from members who
faced difficulties applying for the promotions via the TSC portal. We brought the matter
to the attention of your officers, who attributed it to a system glitch.” Says Kuppet Secretary General Akelo Misori.
In a protest letter sent to TSC, Akelo says many administrators currently serving in sub-county schools were blocked from applying for promotion to head extra-county and national schools. Those who managed to apply have not been short-listed for interviews.
In addition, the Career Progression Guidelines, CPG, being used for the interviews have placed substantial weight on the status of schools where the applicants serve. It is obvious that county and sub-county schools cannot compete fairly with the well-established ones.
A glaring difference between the two categories of schools is in the entry qualifications for their Form One intakes. However, the vast majority of Kenyan students and teachers
(including principals) are based in these county and sub-county schools.
The Kenya National Union of Teachers, Knut, has been opposing the CPG and has engaged the Commission in court battles.
Also given a raw deal are teachers with higher qualifications as their papers have been rendered useless.
“Unless this system is changed, many qualified teachers-including those with post-graduate qualifications might not get their deserved promotion. This policy will also balkanize Kenya, given the inequalities in economic development across the country.” Misori adds.
Equally affected are teachers serving in Teachers Training Colleges (TTCs) have been systematically sidelined from these promotions. This is because the Scoring in heavily weighted on the applicant’s marks under the Teacher Performance Appraisal and Development, TPAD, appraisal tool.
TSC Medical Scheme- Are you looking for a list of all Teachers’ Medical Scheme Service Providers (Hospitals) List 2021 per County, Minet Managers’ Contacts and office locations? You can now get the latest list of all medical scheme service providers and Minet Offices in Siaya County.
TSC MINET APPROVED SERVICE PROVIDERS (HOSPITALS) IN SIAYA COUNTY
Teachers working on internship may have reason to smile if proposals tabled in parliament sail through. In the proposals the Teachers Service Commission, TSC, should pay them a monthly salary of Sh25,000 and not the current Sh15,000. They are to be upgraded to permanent and pensionable at the end of a one-year contract.
In what is seen as a strong move to address the plight of the interns, Kenya National Union of Teachers, KNUT, Secretary General Wilson Sossion has petitioned the TSC to be forced to review their terms.
“The Government of Kenya has in recent past adopted a systematic approach of utilizing interns across its ministries, state corporations and agencies in view of the myriad of benefits that emanate from a robust internship programme that includes the opportunity to obtain fresh perspectives as well as ability to evaluate emerging talent and professions in the economy. However, institutions such as the Teachers Service Commission have now introduced measures that include deduction of Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) loans as well as union deductions from the remuneration received by these interns.” Reads the petition by Hon. Sossion, in part.
Sossion says the Government’s internship programme is an important undertaking that needs to be continuously safeguarded and wonders why the Teachers Service Commission is paying its interns Ksh 15,000 (for secondary school interns) despite the official Government pay rate for interns being set at Ksh 25,000 per month.
Indeed, the interns receive far much lower salaries since their pay is subjected to statutory and other deductions. They remit Pay as You Earn (PAYE) and National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) among other deductions. To make matters worse for this group of teachers, the government does not offer them any extra allowances.
Sossion in his petition to the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Education also wonders why the interns’ terms not upgraded to permanent and pensionable at the end of a one-year contract.
Other pertinent issues raised by the KNUT boss are;
“What is the rationale for deducting HELB loans from interns yet they are engaged for only short durations?”
Why does the TSC compel interns to remit union deductions without consent contrary to Article 41 of the Constitution?”
“Why does TSC automate deductions to the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) only and not to any other union on the interns’ payroll?”
The Committee will provide a detailed response in due course and be sure to read it here.
Meanwhile, TSC will be hiring 12,000 new teachers ahead of the January 2021 full reopening of schools. Under the Economic Stimulus Programme, the commission was allocated Sh2.4 billion funds to engage 12,000 interns.
According to TSC Boss Dr. Nancy Macharia, recruiting the additional 12,000 teachers will bring to 23,574, the total number of teacher interns hired since last year.
TSC Medical Scheme- Are you looking for a list of all Teachers’ Medical Scheme Service Providers (Hospitals) List 2021 per County, Minet Managers’ Contacts and office locations? You can now get the latest list of all medical scheme service providers and Minet Offices in Nakuru County.
TSC MINET APPROVED SERVICE PROVIDERS (HOSPITALS) IN NAKURU COUNTY
The recruitment exercise for additional teachers by the Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has been thrown into confusion. The interviews that were slated for Monday September 28, 2020 failed to kick off with no apparent reason coming through.
According to an earlier released schedule by the TSC, selection of successful applicants, who will then fill employment forms, would be done by the TSC County Directors between Monday September 28, 2020 and Friday October 2, 2020.
The teachers’ employer is yet to give any explanation as to why the recruitment has delayed. This comes even as rumours emerged that the over 10,000 teachers currently working on internship would be confirmed on permanent basis; to take up the slots.
But, the Commission last week insisted that the recruitment process has not been called off.
“We wish to draw the attention of teachers and the general public to a fake circular purporting that the recruitment of teachers has been stopped. The exercise is on course and successful applicants will be notified about the time and venues for interviews. We appeal to all applicants and the general public to be vigilant of fraudsters and fake news peddlers.” Said the Commission’s Head of Corporate Affairs, Beatrice Wababu.
A school head who spoke to this reporter on condition of anonymity said they are equally in the dark as proper communication is yet to be made.
“We haven’t received any information on the way forward (as pertains interviews for new teachers). We are in the dark as at now. I had prepared for the recruitment this week but seems the exercise will not be conducted as scheduled,” he said.
Most Counties had drafted their recruitment schedules detailing the interview dates and venues.
With reopening of schools remaining a mirage, it seems the recruitment exercise may as well be pushed forward. While addressing the nation on Monday evening, President Uhuru Kenyatta said schools should only be reopened once the covid19 curve flattens out.
“The lives and health of our children is not a matter of debate. Learning institutions should be reopened only when we can sufficiently guarantee the safety of our children. And here I really would plead with Kenyans – let us not focus ourselves on when schools will reopen but how shall these schools open in a manner that protects our children and protects their lives and their health. Let us think first about their health and wellbeing and once we have established how then together we will agree when.” Uhuru said.
The head of State directed and ordered the Cabinet Secretary for Education, Prof George Magoha, to issue the Calendar for the resumption of the 2020 Academic calendar. He said the Calendar may be pushed to 2021 if it will be deemed necessary.
The Kenya Medical Association (KMA) on Sunday warned the Health and Education Ministries against the Scheduled October reopening of schools. The KMA chairman Andrew Were said there was need for the government to be able to prove that schools are safe for reopening (See presser below).
The Kenya National Union of Teachers, KNUT, on its part wants schools to be reopened just like in other countries.
“The curve is flattening, the positivity rate is below 5%. We should get our children back to school, it is what other nations are doing and in case of any spike in numbers we should be well prepared… And we all agree, the protocols by the World Health Organization must be followed and that is why teachers will report two weeks before the official reopening of schools in order to prepare to receive children back” says KNUT Secretary General Wilson Sossion.
“If one of the options will be to close down schools in case of a spike, that will be done. The reality Kenyans must know is that this disease is still here with us.” Adds Sossion.
Their counterparts (the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers- Kuppet) supported the move by President Uhuru adding that the announcement marks the beginning of the full reopening of the economy.
“As teachers, parents and workers, we fully support government efforts to ensure a steady but healthy return to normalcy,” said KUPPET Secretary General Akello Misori.
Parents who were interviewed by various media houses supported the move by the president to put reopening of schools on hold.
And with the President putting school reopening on hold, there is confusion as to whether the tutors will continue reporting to school daily or just stay at home. TSC on its part insists the tutors should be in school to make them inhabitable ahead of the now uncertain reopening dates.
The Magoha led team of stake holders will again return to the drawing board to work out an agreeable schools’ reopening formula.
A teachers seeking for a transfer from the Teachers Service Commission, TSC, should make a request in writing and will get a transfer letter if the application is successful. Under the Teachers Service Commission, TSC, scheme of service a teacher is entitled for a transfer after finishing the mandatory five (5) years or due to any other special condition. The transfer must though be ratified by the Commission.
A teacher can, however, get transferred under other special considerations; without necessarily completing the five years.
The transfer can be effected either upon request by a teacher or can be initiated by TSC. If you need the transfer, then you should fill the TSC transfer form. This form can be downloaded here.
WHEN CAN TSC TRANSFER A TEACHER?
The Teachers service Commission, TSC, may transfer a teacher from one teaching station institution to another based on:
the need for equitable distribution and optimal utilization of teachers
availability of a teaching vacancy in the proposed station.
the need for replacement
existing staffing norms which may be reviewed from time to time
medical grounds, as certified by a registered medical practitioner
any other grounds that the TSC may consider necessary to warrant the transfer.
A teacher may be transferred under the following circumstances:
After a study leave: A teacher granted a study leave exceeding six months shall apply for posting by the Commission at least thirty days before the expiry of the study leave.
After a leave granted to spouses of persons in diplomatic service: A spouse of a person in diplomatic mission/ service shall apply to the commission for posting one month before the end of assignment of duty.
After a disciplinary action like interdiction or suspension for a period not exceeding six months without payment of salaries and allowances.
After a transfer of service to the public service commission: The TSC may, Where a person applies for a transfer of service from the public commission to the TSC, approve the transfer subject to availability of a vacancy.
After expiry of tenure at a trade union like the Kenya National Union of Teachers, KNUT, and Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers, KUPPET.
After a substantive appointment: A teacher who is promoted and substantive appointed will be redeployed/ transferred to another station, subject to availability of such substantive posts like: Headship, Deputy Headship and Senior masters.
After posting from a primary to a secondary institution.
After applying to the commission for a transfer on medical grounds, with supportive evidence.
When working conditions are hostile and may jeopardize the teacher’s well being and security.
If there is need for equitable distribution and optimal utilization of teachers.
On an agreeable and tenable swoop request to the TSC.
THE TSC TRANSFER LETTER.
Once the transfer is approved, a teacher will be served with a transfer letter. The letter gives details on the teacher’s new station and reporting date.
Are you looking for all TSC forms in PDF form? Download all the TSC forms here at no cost. Just click on the links below to download the TSC forms. A number of forms are available, including: Maternity application form, TSC sick leave form, transfer application form, study leave application form and many more.
The Teacher Performance Appraisal and Development (TPAD 2) is a performance evaluation mechanism that assesses the performance of a teacher as per the set standards prescribed by the Teachers Service Commission, TSC.
Section 52 of the Code of Regulations for Teachers (2015) stipulates that the Commission shall in administering the performance appraisal system: –
Require Heads of institution to provide oversight role in the performance appraisal for the teachers in their respective institutions;
Use performance appraisal reports for purpose of promotion, deployment and other rewards as may be prescribed from time to time.
Identify training needs and take corrective measures in cases of unsatisfactory performance.
Develop and review criteria, guidelines and tools for performance appraisal from time to time which shall be accessible in the commission website or as the Commission may advice.
How to create TSC TPAD Portal
To create a new TPAD account its simple and easier.You only need to follow these steps:
Fill in the fields shown; TSC Number, ID Number, Phone Number (in the format 07xxxxxxxx), Email Address, Password, Confirm Password and Mode of Notification.
Click on ‘Create’ Once done.
A success message is shown and you will receive SMS token on your phone within a short time.
Enter the Code received via SMS and click on ‘Verify Token’. This completes the registration process.
Adding your Bio Data on the new TPAD 2 System
Next, you need to add your level of Education and subject combination details. Use the tabs listed below to update your profile;
Add your information: Bio/ Institution Information, Contact Information.
Select ‘Subjects Combination’ and add your teaching subjects. Select your subjects combinations from the list and click on ‘Submit’ when done.
Then, click on ‘Level of Education’ to add details. Select your KCSE grade, Highest level of Education and Institution of Study. Next, click on Submit.
ROLES OF THE TEACHERS IN THE NEW TPAD
Each teacher will be expected to do a self appraisal in the various areas, create an appraisal and upload the data online.
ROLES OF THE PRINCIPAL IN THE NEW TPAD
Inducting new teachers on TPAD
Capture the new teachers in TIMS
Activating new teachers on TPAD
Remove outgoing teachers
The Principal also performs the following roles in TPAD:
Provide oversight role in the performance appraisal for the teachers’
Continuously monitor and evaluate the appraisal process and submit termly reports,
Appraise the Deputy Principal,
Schedule meetings for appraising the Deputy Principal,
Observing the Deputy Principal and
Countersigning officer for all the teachers in the school Arbitration
ROLES OF THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL IN THE NEW TPAD
The Deputy Principal performs these roles in the new TPAD 2 system:
Update the Lesson Attendance,
Register on weekly basis,
Appraise the HODs and teachers,
Schedule meetings for appraising the HODs and teachers,
Observing the HODs and teachers,
Arbitration for the teachers
TPAD PROCESS-STEPS
The new TPAD appraisal process follows well laid out steps as listed below;
Step
Activity/ Process
Step 1
Development of appraisal Calendar
Step 2
Setting Targets
Step 3
Implementation of targets and gathering of evidence
Step 4
Self -Appraisal and Standards based on competencies and standards. CITIZENNEWSLINE.CO.KE
Step 5
Appraisal rating by Appraiser based on evidence gathered
Step 6
Appraisal rating meeting between Appraiser and Appraisee (Question and Evidence.
Step 7
Identification of gaps by Appraisee and Appraiser
Step 8
Development and implementation of teacher support and performance development.
Prepare professional documents based on the current syllabus/designs (Wt-3)
Ability to identify learners’ capability and learning Sstyles (Wt-3)
Ability to identify and nurture learners’ talents (Wt-3)
Ability to access, retrieve and integrate ICT in teaching and learning (Wt-3)
Ability to carry out learner assessment, feedback and reporting on learners’ learning (Wt-3)
2 Comprehensive Learning Environment where a teacher should demonstrate:
Ability to create child friendly school/class environment through planned activities to demonstrate respect, equity, inclusion and moral values (Wt-3)
Ability to create a stimulating classroom environment (Wt-3)
Ability to ensure safety of learners (Wt-3)
Ability to manage learners conduct and behaviour (Wt-3)
3 Teacher Professional Development in which you are expected to;
Prepare Self Professional Development Support Plan (Wt-3)
Identification of professional gaps (Wt-3)
B TEACHER CONDUCT AND PROFESSIONALISM STANDARD.
This second standard contains the following areas:
4 Teacher Conduct & Professionalism where a teacher should show;
Ability to act in the best interest of the learner and maintain high standards of ethics and professional requirements within and outside the institution (Wt-6)
Demonstrate knowledge on the legal requirements in education (Wt-6).
Comply with the professional requirements in teaching and learning (Wt-6).
Ability to observe punctuality in lesson attendance, performance of duty and preparation of professional documents(Wt-6)
Timely syllabus coverage and meeting of deadlines (Wt-6)
C COMMUNITY PRACTICE STANDARD
This is the last standard and has the following parameters:
5 Participation in Professional Learning Community where a teacher should;
Join Professional Learning Community (PLC) (Wt-5)
Collaborate with colleagues and the broader professional learning community to support teaching (Wt-5)
Collaborate with parents/guardians and other stakeholders (Wt-5)
Establish linkages with the community (Wt-5)
Participate in programs organized in collaboration with other educational bodies: KNEC, MOE, KICD etc. (Wt-5)
THE NEW TPAD 2 PROCEDURE AND PROCESS
The table below gives an illustration on who should be the Appraisee, Appraiser and Counter Signing Officer during the whole appraisal process;
S/NO
APPRAISEE
APPRAISER
COUNTER SIGN/ CONFIM
1
Teacher in a Primary School
Deputy Head of Institution or Senior Teacher
Head of Institution
2
Senior Teacher in a Primary School
Deputy Head of Institution
Head of Institution
3
A Deputy Head in a Primary School
Head of Institution. CITIZENNEWSLINE.CO.KE
Sub County Director
4
A Head Teacher of a Primary School
Sub- County Director/ CSO
County Director/ SCD
5
A Tutor, Teacher or Lecturer in a Post Primary Institution
Head of Department/ Deputy Head of Institution
Head of Institution
6
A Head of Department in a Post Primary Institution
Deputy Head of Institution
Head of Institution
7
A Deputy Head in a Post Primary Institution
Head of Institution. CITIZENNEWSLINE.CO.KE
The Sub County Director
8
A Head of Institution in a Post Primary Institution
The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, is carrying out online recruitment of new teachers. The Commission has at the same time invited applications for promotions and which must also be filed online.
You may be having many unanswered questions on online recruitment of teachers. Get some of these answered here.
TSC FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON ONLINE RECRUITMENT OF TEACHERS.
QUESTION: How can I access the TSC online job application portal?
QUESTION: How many advantage points are teachers currently working on internship going to be awarded.
ANSWER: Teachers currently working on internship will be awarded an extra 10 marks.
QUESTION: My Date of Birth is captured/ reading wrongly on the hrmis portal. What should I do?
ANSWER: Simply scan your National Identity Card (ID both sides) or passport and send it as an Email attachment to the address dirct@tsc.go.ke. The Email head should be ‘NEW APPLICANT’.
QUESTION: How can I view the advertised posts?
ANSWER: For details on the advertised TSC jobs, please follow this link TSC latest adverts.
QUESTION: Am applying for a post in secondary schools. Will I be required to apply to the school where the vacancy exists?
ANSWER: No. Please note that the application is only to be done online. No manual applications will be accepted.
QUESTION: What are the requirements for online applications?
ANSWER: You must be armed with your TSC Number, ID Number and a phone number (that is operational).
QUESTION: How many vacancies Am I supposed to apply for?
ANSWER: An applicant can apply for several vacancies.
QUESTION: I had applied for deployment during the last cycle. Am I supposed to apply again?
ANSWER: Yes. You must make a new application online.
QUESTION: Are teachers currently on contract supposed to apply for the advertised permanent and pensionable TSC jobs?
ANSWER: Yes. You should apply for the advertised vacancies; where they exist.
QUESTION: I sat the KCPE or KCSE examinations more than once. Must I produce all these certificates or the recent one?
ANSWER: Applicants who re-sat either the KCPE or KCSE examinations must present certified copies of the certificates for all attempts.
QUESTION: Will there be physical interviews for shortlisted candidates.
ANSWER: Yes. Heads of institutions will use the TSC generated merit lists to organize for the interviews.
QUESTION: Will I be required to produce my original certificates and testimonials during interviews?
ANSWER: Yes.
QUESTION: I was employed by TSC but left. Am I eligible for the current recruitment?
ANSWER: Yes. Applicants who were previously employed by TSC will be allowed to apply. But, they must declare their past employment history and why they left TSC.
Are you intending to become a teacher in Kenya? Well. Before you intend to undertake any education related training (like teaching) it is necessary that you know the current requirements by the Teachers Service Commission, TSC.
It will be needless for you to undertake a teacher training course only for you to be rejected by TSC upon graduation. The TSC requirements for teachers keep on being revised from time to time. Be sure to see any future changes in this site.
Current TSC requirements for education (teaching) courses/programmes in Kenya
Below is a summary of the admission requirements for all the education programmes as set by TSC;
S/N
PROGRAMME
Regulators (TSC) Minimum Academic and Professional Requirements
1
Certificate in early Childhood Education (CECD)
Minimum mean grade C (minus) at KCSE
Or
Minimum mean grade D+ (Plus) at KCSE and KNEC proficiency certificate
2
Diploma in Early Childhood Education (DECD)
Mean grade C (Plain) at KCSE and ECDE Certificate from KNEC
Or
Mean grade C+ (plus) and above for University Diploma.
3
Diploma in Teacher Education (Arts)
Minimum grade C Plus in KCSE and above
C+ (plus) in the two subjects specialization
At least C plain in English
D+( plus) in Mathematics
4
Diploma in Teacher Education (Science)
Minimum grade C Plus in KCSE and above
C+ (plus) in the two subjects specialization
At least C plain in English
C (plain) in Mathematics
Minimum grade C Plus in KCSE and above and C+ (plus) in the two subjects specialization
D+( plus) in Mathematics in non-science based courses
5
Diploma in Special Needs Education (DSNE)
A mean grade of C
Mean grade C+ and above
Mean grade C+ and above
6
Bachelor of Education (Primary Education)
A mean grade of C (plain) and C plain two teaching subjects
7
Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood (BECD)
Mean grade C+ and above
8
Bachelor of Education (Science)
Minimum grade C+ (Plus) in KCSE and above and C+ (plus) in the two subjects of specialization
Post graduate diploma in Education (PGDE)
9
Bachelor of Education (Arts)
Minimum mean grade C+ (plus) and above or its equivalent C+ (plus) in two subjects of specialization
Post graduate diploma in Education (PGDE)
10
Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
Minimum grade C Plus in KCSE and above
C+ (plus) in the two subjects specialization.
11
Bachelor of Education in Special Needs Education (Primary Education)
Mean grade C+ and above
12
Bachelor of Education in Special Needs Education (Secondary Education
Minimum mean grade C+ (plus) and above or its equivalent.
C+ (plus) in two subjects of specialization
13
Master of Education
Bachelor of Education with at least Second Class, Honours, Upper Division or its equivalent from a recognized University.
OR
Bachelor of Education with Second Class, Honours Lower Division or its equivalent from a recognized University with at least two years teaching experience.
OR
Bachelor of Arts /Science degree with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education from a recognized University.
14
Doctor of Philosophy
Master of Education degree in a relevant area of specialization.
15
Enhancement
A Bachelor’s Degree.
Must have studied the subject at KCSE except for Agriculture, Business Studies, Home Science and Computer.
For Business studies and Computer, one should have attained a minimum of C+ in Mathematics in KCSE.
For Agriculture and Home science, one should have attained a minimum of C+ in Biology at KCSE.
The minimum number of course units to be enhanced in each Teaching subject is eight (8)
The County Government of Kiambu has up scaled the terms and conditions for Early Childhood development and education teachers (ECDE) to permanent and pensionable inclusive of medical cover.
During a ceremony for translation of their terms held at the County Government grounds yesterday, the Governor of Kiambu County Dr.James Nyoro lauded the work the early childhood have been engaged in the formative stage for decades saying it gave the toddlers a good and strong foundation.
“This foundation ended up being vital to the children as they progressed to the upper classes and it is important that the teachers were recognized by the government” he stated
Governor Nyoro empathizes with the ECDE teachers for the hard work and patience they have exhibited for years noting that they were important to the society as they had continued to perform their duties relentlessly despite the merger wages they were drawing from their employer. On this note, he advised the teachers to proceed and register a Sacco calling it ECDE’S Corporative Society. “Upon registration, I will give one million shillings to start off the venture”
He said that after consultation with line departments, the teachers were now going to enjoy the perks of professionals and that this is going to empower them to plan for their future without engaging in side hustlers to eke a living since they were the makers of the future for the children.
Governor Nyoro reiterated the importance of the cadre of teachers saying they played an important role that cannot be ignored at any one time and promised that he was going to make their working environment conducive so that they also felt appreciated.
In his quest to improve the education sector for learners Governor Nyoro also he promised that he will continue to support in the improvement of infrastructure.
He explained that he will spearhead additional funds in the 2021/2022 financial year budget that will go towards renovation of all the ECDE’s units in Kiambu County.
He noted that he had big plans of refurbishing them to replicate the modern one located in Uthiru and that all sub-counties will have their own.
Water which is a precious commodity and important in keeping at bay coronavirus through continued hand washing will also be connected to all schools alongside playgrounds so that children can enjoy their stay in school.
The County boss further expressed concern at that low level of education standards in Kiambu County saying that he was working round the clock with the education board towards improving the sector.
The employee letters that were issued to the teachers excited them and the jubilation is envisaged to further improve their performance at their workplace.
The colorful occasion was graced by the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Education Ms Mary Kamau, the Chairman of the union of teachers Mr. Tom Kangethe and the accounting officer of department of Education, Gender, Culture and social services John Thuku among other distinguished dignitaries.
EDUCATION MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM(EMIS) SECONDARY SCHOOLS DATA RETURNS :FORM A
YEAR _______________ TERM
GENERAL GUIDELINES AND INSTRUCTIONS
Read the instructions on the form very carefully before completing.
This form is to be completed by the head of the institution. Note: Information provided in this form should be correct. Provision of
incorrect information may lead to disciplinary action.
All parts of the form must be filled.
The information should be captured for the month of May.
The form is to be completed in triplicate. The institution should retain the triplicate while the original and duplicate be forwarded to
TSC County Director by 31st May.
For any query regarding this form contact the TSC County Director.
DISTRIBUTION
(i) TSC copy through TSC County Director
(ii) County Director’s Copy
(iii) Headteacher’s Copy
I. SCHOOL IDENTIFICATION II. SCHOOL CHARACTERISTICS (Tick the applicable
III. SUMMARY DATA
1. School Name
1. Status 1. Public Ordinary
2. TSC School Code: (please enter both codes) (Tick as applicable) 5. Public Ordinary/Integrated
a) IPPD code: b) EMIS code: 2. Public Special
1. Total No. of Students
a. Boys
b. Girls
c. Total
2. Approved C.B.E
3. Address
Box:
Postal Code:
Cellphone: 2. Category 1. National
(Tick as applicable) 2. Provincial
3. (a) No. of Classes
(b) No. of Physical Existing Classrooms
Tel. No:
3. District
4. (a) total No. of Teachers on Duty Male
Female
(b) Total No. of Teachers on leave
3. Type (tick as Applicable)
1. Boys Day
Boarding
4. Reg. No.
Fax:
5. Current No.of Streams:
2. Girls Day
Boarding
5. UnderStaffed Subjects combinations (In order of Priority)
Email:
i)
6. Sponsor:
3. Mixed Day
Boarding
ii)
6. SCHOOL LOCATION
4. Type of Special
Educ. need
4. Type of Special Educ.
Need Enrol.
Boys Girls
Special
Educ.Teachers on
Duty
Male | Femalei)
6.Over Staffed subjects combinations
County
a) Mental(M.I.)
ii)
District
7.Details of Surplus Teachers (TSC No. Name, Subject, Workload)
b) Visual (V.I.)
Constituency
Tsc/no
Name
c) Hearing (H.I.)
i)
ii)
Division
d) Physical (P.I.)
iii)
Zone
8.Summary of Current No. Staff per Job Group
f) Multiple (M.H.)
Location
H
N
g) Speech (S.I.)
J
P
Sublocation
K
Q
h) Autistics (M.H.)
L
R
i) Albinism
M
S
j) Others (specify)
IVA.ORDINARY SCHOOL ENROLMENT (Absent Students already in Term Register should be included)
FORM 1
FORM 2
FORM 3
FORM 4
TOTAL
AGE
M
F
M
F
M
F
M
F
M
F
Below 13 yrs
13 years
14 Years
15 Years
16 Years
17 Years
18 years
Above 18 Years
Total
Total M&F
VA. NUMBER OF STREAMS PER CLASS
FORM 1
FORM 2
FORM 3
FORM 4
TOTAL
NO. OF STREAMS
SECONDARY SCHOOLS DATA RETURNS :FORM A
IVB. INTEGRATED SCHOOL ENROLLMENT (Absent Students already in Term Register should be included)
FORMS
AGE
FORM 1
FORM 2
FORM 3
FORM 4
Total
M
F
M
F
M
F
M
F
M
F
Below 13 yrs
13 years
14 Years
15 Years
16 Years
17 Years
18 Years
Above 18 Years
TOTAL
Total M&F
VB. NUMBER OF STREAMS PER CLASS
FORM 1
FORM 2
FORM 3
FORM 4
TOTAL
NO. OF STREAMS
TEACHERS (Should be captured in the following order, H/T,D/HT, senior teacher,teacher ;include absent, on leave/sick- off etc)
S/No.
TSC No.
Cell phone No.
Name
Sex
m/f
Date of
Birth
dd/mm/
yy
Nation
ality
Code
Terms
of
Service
Code
Date of First
Appointment
dd/mm/yy
Grade
Code
Date
Appointed to
the Current
grade
dd/mm/yy
Qual.
Code
Date
Posted to
current
Station
dd/mm/yy
Designation
Code
Religion
Code
Teaching Subjects Combination
(Currently Taught)
Specialization
code
Lessons
Taught/WK
(Total)
Signature /Reason for
absence/Leave Type)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Nationality
Terms of Service
Grade Code
Qualifiacation
Code
Designation Code Religion
Specialization
code
Reason for absence/Type
of Leave
1. Kenyan
2. Other Specify
1.Permanent
2.Contract
3.Temporary
1.TCTT III H 16 LECTURER L
2.ATS IV H 17 ATS I L
3. UTTT H 18 SNR. GRAD M
4. UTGRAD J 19 SNR. APPR. Tr M
5. TCTT II J 20 SNR. LECTURER M
6. TDTT III J 21 PRINCIPAL III M
7. DIP. GRAD I J 22 PGAT II N
8. ATS III J 23 PAT II N
9. TCTTI K 24 P. LECTURER N
10. TDTT II K 25 PRINCIPAL II N
11. ATS II K 26 PGAT I P
12. GAT II K 27 PAT I P
13. ASS.LECTURE K 28 PRINCIPAL I P
14. TDTT I L 29 SPGAT Q
15. GAT I L 30 CPGAT R
1. Ph.D
2. Masters
3.Degree
4. Diploma
5.Diploma(Techn.)
6. Tech. Cert
1. Principal 1.Catholic
2. Deputy Principal 2.Protestant
3.HoD 3.Hindu
4.Teacher 4.Islam
5.Other
1. Mental(M.H.)
2. Visual (V.H.)
3. Hearing (H.I.)
4. Physical (P.H.)
5. Multiple (M.H.)
1. Sick Leave
2. Study Leave
3. Maternity
4. Special Leave
5.Compassionate
leave
6.Leave of Absence
7.Annual leave
8.Other (Specify)
STAFF ESTABLISHMENT
TEACHERS (Should be captured in the following order, H/T,D/HT, teacher ;include absent, on leave/sick- off etc)
S/No.
14
TSC No.
Cell phone No.
Name
Sex
m/f
Date of
Birth
dd/mm/
yy
Nationality
Code
Terms of
Service
Code
Date of First
Appointment
dd/mm/yy
Grade
Code
Date Appointed
to the Current
grade dd/mm/yy
Qual.
Code
Date Posted
to current
Station
dd/mm/yy
Designation
Code
Religion
Code
Teaching Subjects Combination
(Currently Taught)
Specialization
code
Lessons
Taught/WK
(Total)
Signature /Reason
for absence/Leave
Type)
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
DETAILS OF TEACHERS WITH DISABILITY
SPECIAL REPORTS
No. of Teachers who cannot teach
Full load:
Reasons:
(a) Sickness _______
(b) Disability______
(c) Other (Specify)_____
No. of periods lost due to absenteeism during the term. ———–
TSC NO.
NAMES
SEX
TYPE OF DISABILITY
Specialization code
1. Mental(M.H.)
2. Visual (V.H.)
3. Hearing (H.I.)
4. Physical (P.H.)
5. Multiple (M.H.)
VIII. Study Programmes
This part captures information of any Teacher who is pursuing further studies. The information will guide the Commission in future projections and planning.
TSC NO.
Name
Course of Study
Date Started
dd/mm/yy
Expected Date of completion
(dd/mm/yy)
Subjects Area of Study
Full Time/Part
time
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Course of Study
Code
1 Diploma
2 Bachelors
3 PGDE
4 Masters
5 Ph.D
6 Other (Specify)
Areas Of Study
1. Languages 11. Special Education 20. Other Courses(specify)
3. Chemistry 13. Geography
4. Biology 14. History
5. Mathematics 15. Christian Religion Education
6. Accounting 16. Islamic Religious Education
7. Computer Science 17. Guidance and counselling
8. Information Technology 18. Economics of Education
9. Education Planning and Administration 19. ECDE course
I Certify that the information contained in this form is correct.
