Oyuu Warns TSC Against Careless Disciplinary Actions on Teachers.
The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary General, Collins Oyuu, has urged the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to cease indiscriminate interdiction of teachers.
Oyuu emphasized that, like other civil servants, teachers should be treated with professionalism.
Oyuu pointed out that teachers, as civil servants, deserve the same respect and professional handling as their counterparts in other sectors.
He noted that the frequency of interdictions within TSC is significantly higher compared to other civil servants employed by the Public Service Commission.
According to him, TSC is misusing its authority to discipline teachers rather than acknowledging them as civil servants with important duties and responsibilities.
Union’s Concern Over Interdictions
During his address to teachers at Kunste Hotel in Nakuru City on World Teachers’ Day, Oyuu expressed the union’s concern about the rampant interdiction of teachers, often without sufficient evidence to justify the claims.
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He highlighted the careless nature of these actions, which negatively impacts the teaching profession.
As an example, he referenced the Judiciary Service Commission (JSC), which, like TSC, is a constitutional body.
Oyuu questioned why the JSC does not subject its members to such reckless interdiction, emphasizing the need for fair treatment.
Oyuu urged TSC to adopt a structured and transparent process when making decisions that drastically affect teachers’ careers. He argued that this would not only protect teachers but also maintain and improve the standards of the teaching profession.
He also stressed that teachers are among the most overburdened civil servants and should be treated with the respect they deserve.
He reminded the employer that teachers, apart from their teaching duties, are also parents with personal responsibilities, and as such, they should not be punished without a fair hearing.
Consideration of Diverse Challenges
Kenya’s diverse cultures, environments, and challenges must be considered when posting teachers, Oyuu said. He argued that these factors should inform TSC’s decisions regarding the treatment of teachers in various regions.
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For instance, he noted that teachers in regions like West Pokot face different challenges compared to their counterparts in Western Kenya, and this should be taken into account in TSC’s policies.
Oyuu Warns TSC Against Careless Disciplinary Actions on Teachers.
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