2024 TSC Secondary Teacher Requirements .
2024 TSC Secondary Teacher Requirements . Requirements for TSC Secondary Teachers in 2024.
Introduction
Teaching, a cornerstone profession, encompasses both primary and secondary education, with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) overseeing the employment of over 300,000 teachers.
Role of Teachers Service Commission
Established as an independent body under the Kenyan Constitution, the TSC ensures efficient management of human resources within the education sector.
Categorization of Registered Teachers
Teachers registered under the TSC fall into three distinct categories:
1. Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE)
2. Primary Education Teaching
3. Diploma and Degree in education.
Responsibilities and Qualifications
Each category entails specific responsibilities and qualifications, as outlined by the commission. For secondary school teachers, the senior category, there are stringent qualifications to meet.
Dynamic Nature of Teaching
Given the dynamic nature of teaching, both the curriculum and qualification requirements evolve over time.
2024 TSC Qualifications for Secondary School Teachers
The TSC has recently updated the qualifications necessary for teaching in secondary schools. These include specialized programs for teaching visually and hearing impaired learners.
Diploma in Education Requirements
1. Minimum grade of C+ in KCSE or above
2. At least C+ in two specialized subjects
3. Minimum of C plain in English
4. Minimum of C (plain) in Mathematics for science-based courses
5. At least D+ in Mathematics for non-science-based units
Diploma in Education (Visually and Hearing Impaired) Requirements
1. Minimum grade of C Plain in KCSE
2. At least C- in English
3. Minimum of C- in Mathematics for science-based units
4. At least D plain in Mathematics for non-science-based units.
Bachelor of Education Requirements
1. Minimum mean grade of C+ or above
2. C+ in two subjects of specialization.
Additional Requirements for Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
1. Minimum grade of C+ in KCSE
2. C+ in the two subjects of specialization
3. Possession of a postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) for those transitioning into teaching roles.
Ensuring compliance with these qualifications ensures a high standard of education delivery in secondary schools across Kenya.
