MP Presses TSC to Absorb Interns and Address Teacher Shortage.
Mary Emaase, the Teso South Member of Parliament, echoed Oyuu’s concerns and highlighted the pressing need for better employment conditions and motivation for teachers.
The legislator stressed that the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) should absorb intern teachers and recruit an additional 20,000 to alleviate the current staffing shortages.
“TSC should also employ teachers on first come, first service basis in order to adhere to fairness.” She also urged TSC not to post teachers to remote schools, especially ladies noting that such teachers become demoralized
Calls for Fair Hiring Practices and Equal Treatment by TSC
Emaase also underscored the importance of fairness in the recruitment process, advocating for a first-come, first-served hiring policy.
She addressed the issue of posting teachers, particularly women, to remote areas, explaining that such assignments lead to demoralization.
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She urged the TSC to be mindful of this and avoid such placements where possible, as it discourages teachers, especially those with family obligations.
Geoffrey Ekasiba, the Fifth KNUT Branch Executive Secretary, highlighted further staffing concerns within the Teso region.
He reported a shortage of 340 teachers, particularly in Junior Secondary Schools (JSS), where teachers are often forced to teach subjects outside their training.
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This situation has led to a decline in teaching quality, with teachers feeling overburdened by these additional responsibilities.
MP Presses TSC to Absorb Interns and Address Teacher Shortage.
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