October Pay Hike: 100k Teachers To Get Salary Increase .
October Pay Hike: 100k Teachers To Get Salary Increase . October Pay Hike: 100k Teachers To Get Salary Increase
A new deal promises salary increases for around 100,000 teachers starting this July. The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) manages hiring, salaries, and recruitment for both interns and permanent staff. Teachers receive their regular pay along with additional allowances.
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Anticipation for the Raise
Many teachers are eagerly looking forward to the pay hike in July 2024, especially permanent staff who are already making plans. This increase comes from the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which outlines the terms of the pay raise agreed upon by the TSC and teachers’ unions.
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 Eligibility Criteria
Not all educators will benefit from this raise. Only those employed by July 2023 will qualify. The parliamentary budget committee has allocated a significant Ksh 369.94 billion to the TSC, showing strong support for education pending final approval. This funding will help support various CBAs from 2021 to 2025.
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Unions Unite for Better Pay
Several teachers’ unions, including KUPPET, KUSNET, and KNUT, have signed the agreement. This collective effort aims to improve teacher compensation and working conditions across the board.
 Phased Salary Adjustments
The CBA details a phased approach to salary adjustments. The first phase runs from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024. The second phase will begin on July 1, 2024, and end on June 30, 2025, benefiting all teachers employed since July 1, 2023.
This salary increase represents a major step in ongoing efforts to enhance the welfare of teachers nationwide.
Conclusion
The October pay hike stands as a significant milestone for educators. With 100k teachers set to receive a salary increase, this initiative underscores a commitment to better compensation and improved working conditions in the teaching profession.
