The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) in Kenya performs a number of functions.
These functions are majorly related to the management and regulation of the teaching profession.
Here are the main roles played by TSC:
1. Teacher Recruitment and Deployment:
– TSC is responsible for the recruitment, selection, and deployment of qualified teachers to public schools.
2. Registration and Licensing:
– TSC registers and licenses teachers, ensuring that only qualified individuals are allowed to practice as teachers in Kenya.
3. Professional Development:
– TSC promotes the professional development of teachers by organizing in-service training programs and providing opportunities for further education.
4. Disciplinary Action:
– TSC has the authority to take disciplinary action against teachers who violate professional standards or engage in misconduct.
5. Salary and Benefits:
– TSC determines and reviews the terms and conditions of service, including salaries and allowances, for teachers in public schools.
6. Curriculum Implementation:
– TSC plays a role in the implementation of the curriculum by ensuring that teachers are equipped to deliver quality education.
7. Research and Advisory:
– TSC conducts research on various aspects of the teaching profession and provides advice to the government on matters related to education.
8. Collective Bargaining:
– TSC engages in collective bargaining on behalf of teachers to negotiate terms and conditions of service with relevant stakeholders.
9. Teacher Welfare:
– TSC is involved in addressing issues related to the welfare of teachers, including working conditions and other concerns affecting their professional lives.
