The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has issued a stern directive prohibiting the deployment of primary school teachers (P1) to Junior Secondary School (JSS) classes without official approval. In a circular dated December 27, 2024, signed by TSC Secretary Dr. Nancy Njeri Macharia, the commission emphasized that teacher deployment remains solely under its mandate.
The circular revealed that some Heads of Institutions (HoIs) have been assigning P1 teachers to handle JSS classes, which is beyond their jurisdiction. TSC clarified that starting January 2025, no primary teacher will be permitted to teach in JSS unless explicitly deployed by the commission.
Adequate JSS Teachers Already Employed
According to TSC, enough JSS teachers have been recruited to cover all subjects outlined in their employment letters. The commission reassured that the existing workforce can effectively handle the curriculum requirements, making unauthorized deployment unnecessary.
Compliance and Disciplinary Action
Headteachers were urged to strictly follow TSC guidelines and qualifications when assigning teaching roles. Failure to adhere to this directive will result in disciplinary measures against the responsible HoIs.
JSS Teachers’ Salary and Deployment Transparency
Amid rising concerns about JSS teachers‘ salary structures, the TSC reiterated its commitment to ensuring fair compensation for all deployed educators. This move aims to prevent salary-related disputes arising from unauthorized teacher assignments.
For any concerns regarding teacher deployment or assignments, stakeholders are advised to follow the appropriate communication channels provided by TSC.
This directive is part of TSC’s commitment to maintaining professionalism and accountability in Kenya’s education sector while addressing the ongoing challenges surrounding JSS teacher deployment and salaries.
