TSC Announces Teacher Salary Increase .
TSC Announces Teacher Salary Increase . TSC Announces Teacher Salary Increase and Promotion Plans.
Introduction
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has unveiled plans to enhance salaries and promote eligible teachers . Marking a significant development for over 50,000 educators. This is according to reports from the commission and the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET). A substantial number of teachers have remained in their current positions for more than a decade without promotion.
 Calls for Promotions and Funding
KUPPET expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of career progression, particularly among C5 and C4 teachers. They emphasized the need for immediate promotions, urging the government to allocate an additional Sh1 billion to the TSC. This funding would kickstart promotions for over 30,000 deserving teachers.
 Focus on Career Advancement
Secretary-General Akelo Misori highlighted that priority would be given to promoting current C4 and C5 teachers to higher positions such as C5 and D1. This move aims to create opportunities for long-serving teachers in Grade C3 to advance in their careers.
 Challenges and Observations
In the recent promotion rounds of 2023 and 2024, KUPPET noted that approximately 7,400 C4 teachers did not receive promotions due to their tenure in the current grade being less than three years. However, these teachers are optimistic about the upcoming implementations by both TSC and the union.
Future Plans
The TSC’s initiatives are set to result in increased salaries for teachers in C4 and C5 categories, facilitating their professional growth. Moreover, the commission plans to bolster its workforce by prioritizing the permanent hiring of more junior secondary school teachers, particularly those currently serving as interns, following recent parliamentary budget allocations.
By prioritizing promotions and salary increases, TSC and KUPPET aim to enhance the career prospects and welfare of teachers across various grades, ensuring a more motivated and stable teaching workforce in Kenya.
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