TSC’s New Teacher Salaries .
TSC’s New Teacher Salaries . TSC’s New Teacher Salaries.
Introduction
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has updated its salary scale for newly employed secondary teachers. Graduates are recruited by the commission and integrated into the payroll system. This salary increment will boost teachers as it will boost their financial muscles. The salaries and allowances will see enable teachers to enjoy smooth lives.
New Salary Scale
Graduate teachers, categorized under job group C2, now earn a minimum basic pay of Sh. 34,955 per month. Formerly known as job group K, these educators are now designated as Secondary Teacher II.
Allowances
In addition to the basic salary, graduate teachers receive various allowances:
– Commuter allowance: Sh. 5,000
– Leave allowance: Sh. 6,000 (issued annually)
– House allowance: Monthly rates range from Sh. 7,000 to Sh. 16,500, depending on the teacher’s station.
Probation Period
Newly employed teachers under permanent and pensionable terms undergo evaluation during a probation period, usually lasting six months from the date of employment. If performance is unsatisfactory, the probation period may be extended.
Promotion
After three years of service, newly employed graduate teachers are automatically promoted to job group L, now designated as C3. To initiate the promotion process, teachers need to fill out a form and submit it to the commission’s offices.
Statutory Deductions
Before salary disbursement, statutory deductions are made, including NHIF, HELB, PAYE, union dues, savings accounts, and third-party loans.
Diploma Teachers
Teachers with a diploma in teacher education receive a slightly lower monthly base compensation of Sh. 27,195, with the same allowances applicable.
Primary School Teachers
Primary school teachers start in job group B5 and are promoted to C1 after three years. Their base pay begins at Sh. 21,756, with additional benefits.
Conclusion
The TSC’s updated salary scale offers competitive compensation for newly employed secondary teachers, with clear pathways for promotion and comprehensive benefits.
