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TSC promotion interviews; Marking scheme used faulted

A marking scheme used during the current promotions interviews by the Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has been criticized for being unfair to teachers from ‘small’ schools. The marking scheme at our disposal seems to be favoring teachers from ‘big’ schools that are known for producing better results at the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations.

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.

The Commission is currently carrying out interview sessions for the about 33,000 shortlisted teachers. 

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.

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TSC interns should get Sh25,000 monthly- TSC petitioned

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.

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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.

Related; TSC TPAD 2 portal; http://tpad2.tsc.go.ke/

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.

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TSC recruitment exercise thrown into confusion as reopening of schools remains in limbo

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.

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Reopening of schools put on hold

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.

Meanwhile, teachers trooped back to their stations on Monday morning following a directive by TSC. In most schools the facilities were in a deplorable state and some teachers were pictured tidying up the places.

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.

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TSC transfer letters for teachers

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:

  1. the need for equitable distribution and optimal utilization of teachers
  2. availability of a teaching vacancy in the proposed station.
  3. the need for replacement
  4. existing staffing norms which may be reviewed from time to time
  5. medical grounds, as certified by a registered medical practitioner
  6. any other grounds that the TSC may consider necessary to warrant the transfer.

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When and How can a teacher get transferred by TSC

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.

Read more details here; TSC- How to apply for a transfer, the transfer application form and requirements.

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TSC application forms; Free downloads

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.

Free TSC forms downloads

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TSC TPAD Account (https://tpad2.tsc.go.ke) creation, log in and use

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:

  1. Click on https://tpad2.tsc.go.ke/auth/create_account to access the new account creation portal.
  2. Fill in the fields shown; TSC Number, ID Number, Phone Number (in the format 07xxxxxxxx), Email Address, Password, Confirm Password and Mode of Notification.
  3. Click on ‘Create’ Once done.
  4. A success message is shown and you will receive SMS token on your phone within a short time.
  5. 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:

  1. Provide oversight role in the performance appraisal for the teachers’
  2. Continuously monitor and evaluate the appraisal process and submit termly reports,
  3. Appraise the Deputy Principal,
  4. Schedule meetings for appraising the Deputy Principal,
  5. Observing the Deputy Principal and
  6. 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:

  1. Update the Lesson Attendance,
  2. Register on weekly basis,
  3. Appraise the HODs and teachers,
  4. Schedule meetings for appraising the HODs and teachers,
  5. Observing the HODs and teachers,
  6. 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.

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NEW TPAD TEACHING STANDARDS

The new TPAD tool has 5 standards classified into 3 broad categories as follows:

A. THE INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY/TEACHING STANDARD

This is the first standard which has the following assessment areas:

1. Professional Knowledge and Practice where a teacher should:
  • Demonstrate mastery of the subject content and use appropriate instructional methods (Wt-3)
  • Undertake lesson observation at least once a term (Wt-3)
  • Utilize teaching/ learning resources effectively (Wt-3)
  • 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 Sub- County Director County Director
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Questions to be asked at TSC interviews and their answers

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?

ANSWER: Just log on to the TSC application portal to apply for the advertised 5,000 teaching jobs hrmis.tsc.go.ke/app/login

QUESTION: Which link should I use to apply for promotion and deployment of practising teachers in public primary Schools?

ANSWER: Use the online application link at; teachersonline.tsc.go.ke

QUESTION: WHERE CAN I GET THE TSC 2020/2021 RECRUITMENT GUIDELINES?

ANSWER: The 2020/2021 TSC recruitment guidelines are available. Please follow this link to read them; TSC 2020/ 2021 RECRUITMENT GUIDELINES FOR TEACHERS

QUESTION: What do I do if list of schools is not showing when making the application online?

ANSWER: Just be patient for the system to load all details. Also ensure that the County and Sub-county selections are Ok.

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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

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.

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TSC teacher registration and recruitment guidelines 2021

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)
  1. Minimum grade C Plus in KCSE and above
  2. C+ (plus) in the two subjects specialization
  3. At least C plain in English
  4. D+( plus) in Mathematics
4 Diploma in Teacher Education   (Science)
  1.  Minimum grade C Plus in KCSE and above
  2. C+ (plus) in the two subjects specialization
  3. At least C plain in English
  4. C (plain) in Mathematics
  5. Minimum grade C Plus in KCSE and above and C+ (plus) in the two subjects specialization
  6. D+( plus) in Mathematics in non-science based courses
5 Diploma in Special Needs Education (DSNE)
  1. A mean grade of C
  2. Mean grade C+ and above
  3. 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)
  1. Minimum grade C+ (Plus) in KCSE and above and C+ (plus) in the two subjects of specialization
  2. Post graduate diploma in Education (PGDE)
9 Bachelor of Education (Arts)
  1.  Minimum mean grade C+ (plus) and above or its equivalent C+ (plus) in two subjects of specialization
  2. Post graduate diploma in Education (PGDE)
10 Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)
  1. Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
  2. Minimum grade C Plus in KCSE and above
  3. 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
  1. Minimum mean grade C+ (plus) and above or its equivalent.
  2. 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
  1. A Bachelor’s Degree.
  2.  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.
  1.  The minimum number of course units to be enhanced in each Teaching subject is eight (8)
  2. Should be done before PGDE

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TSC CIRCULAR ON THE LATEST TEACHER REGISTRATION AND RECRUITMENT GUIDELINES

Get the TSC Teacher Registration and Recruitment Requirements, below;

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Good news for these ECDE teachers

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.

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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.

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TSC revises list of Hardship Areas

The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has reviewed the list of areas designated as hardship. According to the Commission, payment of hardship allowance will no longer be paid to the staff in the scrapped areas.

All Sub-counties in Nyandarua County have now been scrapped off the list of hardship areas. Also affected are Kigumo, Murang’a, Kandara and Nyahururu Sub- Counties.

New list of TSC designated hardship areas.

TSC has designated various areas as hardship. The areas considered as hardship include those that are prone to terrorism, famine and aridity. As of 2012, TSC had about 38 areas approved as hardship.

Currently, teachers teaching in schools located in some parts of the following counties receive monthly hardship allowances.

S/NO. AREA/ COUNTY
1 Garissa County
2 Isiolo County
3 Kilifi County
4 Kwale County
5 Lamu County
6 Mandera County
7 Marsabit County
8 Narok County
9 Samburu County
10 Taita Taveta County
11 Tana River County
12 Turkana
13 Wajir County
14 West Pokot County

 

HARDSHIP ALLOWANCE

The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, pays extra allowances (hardship allowances) to teachers working in areas classified as hardship. While classifying an area to be a hardship area, the locality must meet any of these conditions:

  • Lack of or unavailability or inaccessibility to food,
  • Inadequate transport and communication network,
  • Limited basic social services and amenities,
  • Persistent harsh climatic conditions like flooding, landslides and drought,
  • Insecurity and high possibility of security threats.

Hardship allowance is therefore paid in an effort to compensate for the cost of living for teachers working in areas designated as hardship. Like stated above, teachers working in hardship areas face a myriad of challenges; from lack of water, flooding to hostile living conditions characterized by constant spates of attacks.

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Hardship allowances

In December, 2014, the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, SRC, reviewed hardship allowance to be paid at a flat rate for all equivalent grades/ job groups. The Commission effectively abolished the pegging of the hardship allowance as a percentage of basic pay.

The table below summarizes the monthly hardship allowance rates that are paid to teachers working in hardship areas; per job group:

S/NO GRADE TSC SCALE FORMER JOB GROUP Hardship Allowance- in Kshs per Month
1 B5 5 G 6,600
2 C1 6 H 8,200
3 C2 7 I 10,900
4 C3 8 J 12,300
5 C4 9 K 14,650
6 C5 10 L 17,100
7 D1 11 M 27,300
8 D2 12 N 27,300
9 D3 13 P 31,500
10 D4 14 Q 31,500
11 D5 15  R 38,100
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TSC circular on the Training Programme for Teachers on TPAD Online System & COVID19 Sensitization 2021

The Teachers service Commission, TSC, has arranged a 3 days training Programme for teachers on TPAD Online System and COVID19 Sensitization Under PRIEDE Project. The training shall run from 25th to 27th February, 2021.

A number of areas will be covered during the training i.e:

  • Overview of TPAD &PC
  • Account Creation
  • TPAD dashboard
  • Notification
  • Self- appraisal
  • Learners progress record; Regular, CBC and SNE
  • Lesson attendance
  • Appraisal by appraiser
  • Lesson observation
  • Scheduling of appraisal
  • Appraisal meeting; Agreement on target achievement and completion, Arbitration and Countersigning
  • Cancelled appraisal
  • Performance Contract; Managing PC, Developing OWP and Updating Progress
  • TPD; TPAD TPD and TPD modules
  • Head of Institution, HOI, Portal- managing institutions
  • Allocation of rights
  • Reports: Teachers reports, HOI reports.
  • Mainstreaming COVID19 Knowledge in TPAD Training

The Commission had initially halted the training as a result of the Covid19 outbreak in the country.

See also; TSC TPAD 2 portal- 2021; http://tpad2.tsc.go.ke/

TSC circular on the Training Programme for Teachers on TPAD Online System & COVID19 Sensitization Under PRIEDE Project

Read contents of the circular below;

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TSC latest news on teachers today 2021

Are you looking for the latest TSC news today, 2021? The Teachers Service Commission, TSC, has advertised 1,550 vacancies to replace teachers who exited service through natural attrition (1,119 posts for primary schools and 431 posts for secondary schools).

The teachers recruited will serve on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service.

Eligibility

To qualify for recruitment, a candidate should meet the following basic requirements:

  1. Be a Kenyan citizen;
  2. Must be a holder of a P1 certificate in the case of primary schools and a minimum of a diploma in education in the case of secondary schools;
  3. Must be a registered teacher with Teachers Service Commission.

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates for secondary school vacancies should submit their applications online through the Commission’s website, www.tsc.go.ke under ‘Careers’ or teachersonline.tsc.go.ke not later than 8th March, 2021.

Primary school vacancies will be filled using the 2020/2021 Merit Lists generated in September 2020. Successful candidates will be informed by the County Directors of the counties where they were merited.

Specific information on available vacancies per county/or schools is in the Commission’s website: www.tsc.go.ke.

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General Information

Please note that:

  1.  To qualify for appointment on permanent and pensionable terms of service, a candidate should be eligible to serve for a minimum period of ten (10) continuous years, effective from the date of first appointment as required by law;
  2. The Teachers Service Commission Recruitment Guidelines for Recruitment of Teachers – 2020/2021 shall apply.
  3. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  4. In the case of primary schools, successful candidates will be posted to serve in any part of the country where vacancies exist and not necessarily in the county where they were recruited.
  5. Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce original professional and academic certificates;
  6. Successful candidates must not fill more than one Application for Employment Forms. Filling of two or more Application for Employment Forms will lead to disqualification;
  7. Preference will be given to applicants who have not previously been employed by the Teachers Service Commission;
  8. Manual applications will not be accepted.
  9. For detailed information on available vacancies per county/or schools, applicants are advised to visit the TSC Website www.tsc.go.ke

The Teachers Service Commission is an equal opportunity employer and persons with disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply.

CAUTION TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC

The recruitment exercise is free of charge. The Teachers Service Commission would wish to forewarn applicants against fraudsters who might extort money from unsuspecting persons purporting to assist in recruitment.

REPORTING OF FRAUD

Any fraudulent activity should be reported to the nearest TSC office or Teachers Service Commission headquarters through the following telephone lines: Director Staffing (0202892193) and Deputy Director – Staffing (0202892131) or write to the Commission through the email address dirstaffing@tsc.go.ke

In addition, any such fraudulent activity should be reported to the nearest police station.

DISTRIBUTION OF THE RECRUITMENT POSTS FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS TO REPLACE THOSE WHO EXITED THROUGH NATURAL ATTRITION – FEBRUARY 2021 (1,119)

Here are the advertised vacancies per County:

1 BARINGO- 22 posts
2 BOMET- 19 posts
3 BUNGOMA- 43 posts
4 BUSIA- 19 posts
5 ELGEYO MARAKWET- 10
6 EMBU- 6
7 GARISSA 1
8 HOMABAY 26
9 ISIOLO 10
10 KAJIADO 6
11 KAKAMEGA 57
12 KERICHO 22
13 KIAMBU 32
14 KILIFI 55
15 KIRINYAGA 17
16 KISII 22
17 KISUMU 18
18 KITUI 48
19 KWALE 28
20 LAIKIPIA 17
21 LAMU 13
22 MACHAKOS 39
23 MAKUENI 32
24 MANDERA 4
25 MARSABIT 14
26 MERU 27
27 MIGORI 24
28 MOMBASA 5
29 MURANG’A 42
30 NAIROBI 36
31 NAKURU 49
32 NANDI 24
33 NAROK 9
34 NYAMIRA 19
35 NYANDARUA 45
36 NYERI 22
37 SAMBURU 8
38 SIAYA 36
39 TAITA-TAVETA 21
40 TANA-RIVER 17
41 THARAKA NITHI 14
42 TRANS NZOIA 25
43 TURKANA 32
44 UASIN-GISHU 24
45 VIHIGA 46
46 WAJIR 5

47 WEST-POKOT- 9

GRAND TOTAL 1119 posts

Secondary teachers Online Application Process

To apply for the advertised posts for secondary school teachers, follow the easy steps below;

  1. Go to your browser and type the address; https://hrmis.tsc.go.ke:9090/tsc-cgi/tm.live.w-recruit or http://hrmis.tsc.go.ke/app/login.

2. Type in the TSC No, ID number and mobile. A verification code will be sent to your mobile phone.

3. The sms code from TSC Kenya will be send to the applicant mobile phone and the screen below will appear

4. Type in the sms code as shown below and click ok as shown

5. The screen below will be displayed for secondary teacher. Click on Apply/view as shown below

6. The screen below will be displayed where the applicant will fill in the details

See also; TSC advertises 431 replacement vacancies for teachers who exited service in February 2021

7. Choose the Ref from the drop down as shown and fill the other details not auto filled and click ok as shown below. Click the button +click here to apply a school as shown;

8. On clicking +click here to apply a school the screen below is displayed

9. Choose the subjects, county, sub county and school and click ok as shown below;

10. The screen below is displayed showing the date, county, sub county, school and stage of the application;

11.The teacher can apply for several vacancies as shown below. CLICK OK;

12.The screen below is displayed then CLICK yes as shown

13.The screen below is displayed and the application is completed

Wishing you success in this recruitment.

RECRUITMENT OF SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS TO REPLACE THOSE WHO EXITED THROUGH NATURAL ATTRITION- FEBRUARY, 2021 (431).

See the advertised vacancies below;

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