Author: Hezron Rooy

TSC Promotion Letter: Teacher Promotion Guidelines and Process In pursuit of advancement within the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), every teacher aspires for promotion, which promises augmented allowances, salaries, and additional responsibilities. Following promotion, teachers receive a letter delineating their new job grade, salary scale, and allowances. The Career Progression Guidelines (CPG), initiated by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) in 2017, delineate the academic and professional benchmarks for teacher career progression. These guidelines establish a direct relationship between a teacher’s career advancement, performance, and professional conduct. Under these Career Guidelines, teacher promotion is contingent upon several criteria: i. The presence of…

Narok JSS Intern Teachers Hold Demonstrations, Demands TSC’s Permanent Employment Intern teachers from Narok town’s Junior Secondary Schools (JSS) recently demonstrated peacefully, requesting the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to hire them permanently and pensionably. They marched through the streets, refusing to return for a second term without confirmation. Expressing dissatisfaction, Josphat Kipng’eno questioned why TSC disobeyed a court decision requiring permanent employment for all intern teachers. The demonstrators emphasized the significance of a fair and transparent hiring process, providing instances such as the distribution of confirmation letters during funeral ceremonies. Elias Kimorgo reiterated their sentiment, emphasizing compliance with the court judgment that declared…

KNUT Asks JSS Intern Teachers to Prioritize Dialogue With TSC Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers nationwide have been advised to opt for dialogue when addressing their concerns. The second national vice chairman of the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT), Aggrey Namisi, emphasized that resorting to chaos would jeopardize these teachers’ chances of gaining government positions. Namisi stressed the importance of regularly engaging the TSC to address the issues affecting their members. He urged patience among JSS teachers as their grievances are addressed. Namisi highlighted the need for the group to reposition itself, considering that the term “JSS” will be replaced…

70 Kenyan TVETs Gets Sh13 Billion Boost From China Kenya and China have collaborated to improve the Technical, Vocational Education, and Training (TVET) sector in Kenya. AVIC International, in collaboration with the Kenyan government, has already equipped 154 TVETs with modern training equipment, with plans to expand this support to an additional 70 institutions across the country. TVET Principal Secretary Esther Muoria leads this effort, emphasizing the importance of excellent equipment in enhancing worker training and skill development. During a meeting with a Chinese government team, Muoria emphasized the government’s determination to change the public’s view of TVET institutions. Follow…

Teaching Vacancies 2024: Term Two Teacher Jobs Are you looking for term two teaching jobs? We are thrilled to announce a multitude of vacancies in various subject areas, catering to a diverse range of interests and expertise. We have positions tailored just for you. This job article presents vacancies for the following subjects: Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook ST. THOMAS MINDILILWET BOYS’ HIGH SCHOOL P.O BOX 1250-20200, KERICHO ADVERTISEMENT FOR TEACHING VACANCIES Applications are hereby invited from qualified and TSC registered teachers to fill the following vacancies on B.O.M terms, with the subject combinations as indicated below: Requirements: Applications…

May Teaching Jobs and Vacancies: 2nd Term With the anticipation of schools reopening and the buzz of students returning to classrooms, we are excited to announce a host of teaching opportunities for the upcoming term. Whether you’re an experienced educator or just starting your teaching journey, now is the perfect time to embark on a rewarding career in education. Explore the diverse vacancies on offer and be part of shaping the future of education as we enter term two! Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook KOELLEL FORCES ACADEMY P.O. BOX 151-20116, GILGILTel: +254707486669Email: forcesac@gmail.com TEACHING VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Koelel Forces Academy…

Govt Deploys Police on Highways as Schools Reopen Police have been stationed at bus terminals and other key points to manage traffic as students return for the second term of the year. Traffic officers will also patrol highways to enforce regulations against speeding, overloading, and the use of unsafe vehicles. The ministry has emphasized the prohibition of vehicles on unsafe bridges and roads, urging parents to ensure their children’s safety during their commute to and from school. “No vehicles will be allowed on bridges that have been considered unsafe for use and on roads that have been marked as risky.”…

Concerns as Ministry Announces Partial School Reopening The government has announced a set of safety measures ahead of the reopening of schools on Monday, following a two-week delay caused by floods in various parts of Kenya. The adverse effects of the heavy rains, which claimed 257 lives, have raised concerns about the fate of thousands of learners in nearly 2,000 schools that may not reopen. The Interior Ministry stated that schools severely affected by heavy rains and flooding will remain closed until repairs ensure they are safe for students. “Schools that have been adversely affected by the heavy rains and…

Fees Crisis, Capitation Shortage and Teachers Strike Threats as Schools Reopen Teachers and learners returning to school face the challenge of a compressed term. Traditionally the longest term in the school calendar, this term has been shortened from 14 to 12 weeks. The Ministry of Education has maintained the term dates despite the adjustments. Intern Teachers Threaten Strike Intern teachers have threatened to strike over unfair working conditions, demanding new contracts under permanent and pensionable terms from the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). Follow Teachers Updates Page On Facebook The conflict is currently under judicial review. Basic Education Principal Secretary urged…

Education Ministry Pledges Full Syllabus Coverage Without Calendar Extension The Ministry of Education has stated that it has taken steps to ensure that the teaching calendar covers the syllabus for the second term. Dr. Belio Kipsang, Principal Secretary of Basic Education, confirmed that teachers will be able to satisfactorily cover the syllabus without having to prolong the second term. According to Kipsang, the Ministry has created sufficient plans to make up for the lost time, even though the country’s heavy rains have delayed the opening of schools by at least two weeks. “By the time our children sit for assessments and examinations at the…