TSC SNE Teacher Salary — Senior Teacher I (SNE) Primary [Updated]

SNE Senior Teacher I [T scale 10 Salary, Allowances, Roles and Requirements For Appointment]

Are you interested in pursuing a career as a Senior Teacher in Special Needs Education (SNE) within the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) in Kenya?

Understanding the salary structure, allowances, roles, and requirements for appointment is crucial.

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the specifics of being an SNE Senior Teacher I, including details on the T scale 10 salary, allowances, roles, and the necessary qualifications for appointment.

Stay tuned to learn more about this rewarding career path and what it entails.

We cover;

SNE Senior Teacher I Salary and Allowances
Requirements/Qualifications for Appointment
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
FAQs on Salaries for SNE teachers
References/Sources

SNE Senior Teacher I Salary and Allowances

Basic Salary

SNE Senior Teacher I earns an entry basic salary of Ksh. 62272 which increases yearly to Ksh. 78667 as shown in the table below.

This is in addition to allowances as we will look at shortly.

The allowance grade for SNE Senior Teacher I is C5.

Hardship allowance, commuter allowance, annual leave allowance, and disability guide allowance are additional benefits provided to teachers.

The table below shows the specific amounts allocated for each allowance based on the grade and TSC scale.

Grade C5, which corresponds to TSC Scale 10, receives hardship allowance of Ksh. 17,100, commuter allowance of Ksh. 8,000, annual leave allowance of Ksh. 6,000, and disability guide allowance of Ksh. 20,000.

HARDSHIP ALLOWANCE, COMMUTER ALLOWANCE, ANNUAL LEAVE ALLOWANCE AND DISABILITY GUIDE ALLOWANCE
Sno	Grade	Tsc Scale	Hardship Allowance	Commuter Allowance	Annual Leave Allowance	Disability Guide Allowance
	C5	10	17,100	8,000	6,000	20,000

House Allowance

House Allowance is provided based on the grade and location of the teacher. For Cluster 1, which includes Nairobi City, the allowance is Ksh. 35,000.

In Cluster 2, which comprises Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru Cities, Nyeri, Eldoret, Thika, Kisii, Malindi, and Kitale Municipalities, the allowance is Ksh. 25,500.

Cluster 3, covering other former municipalities, offers an allowance of Ksh. 18,000.

Lastly, Cluster 4, including all other areas, provides an allowance of Ksh. 16,184.

These allowances are in addition to the basic salary.

HOUSE ALLOWANCES
S/no	Grade	TSC Scale	CLUSTER 1 Nairobi City	CLUSTER 2 Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru Cities, Nyeri, Eldoret,Thika, Kisii, Malindi and Kitale Municipalities	CLUSTER 3 Other Former Municipalities	CLUSTER 4 All Other Areas
	C5	10	35,000	25,500	18,000	16,184

Requirements For Appointment

This is a promotional and entry grade to administrative cadre for SNE teachers in primary schools.

A teacher at this grade is expected to provide leadership in the development and implementation of education plans, policies, programs and curriculum activities in the school.

He /She will also be responsible for the professional development of the teaching staff.

Promotion to this grade will be competitive and subject to availability of vacancies in the establishment.

This is a promotional grade for institutional administrators in SNE primary schools.

A teacher at this grade is expected to provide leadership in the development and implementation of education plans, policies, programs and curriculum activities in the school.

He /She will also be responsible for the professional development of the teaching staff.

Promotion to this grade will be competitive and subject to availability of vacancies in the establishment.

For appointment to this grade a teacher must:-

have served as Senior SNE Teacher II T-Scale 9 for a minimum period of three (3) years;
have a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum mean
Grade C plain or other recognized equivalent qualifications;
have Primary Teacher Certificate (PTE) or its approved equivalent;

have obtained diploma in Special Needs Education or its equivalent;
have successfully undertaken the relevant TPD modules;
have satisfactory rating in the performance appraisal process;
meet the requirements chapter Six (6) of the Constitution; and
any other qualification as may be deemed necessary by the Commission.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR SENIOR TEACHER II (SNE) T SCALE- 9 & SENIOR TEACHER I (SNE) T SCALE- 10

The duties and responsibilities shall be to:-

prepare lesson plans, lesson notes, timetables, schemes of work and maintain academic standards in the school to ensure that the syllabus is covered in time for evaluation;
teach subjects of specialization to prepare and impart knowledge, skills and attitudes to the learner to meet the objectives of the curriculum;
evaluate the learners in subjects of specialisation to ensure achievement of learning objectives and prepare them for national and/or other examinations;
provide new ideas and programmes to ensure improvement in the teaching and learning in the area of specialisation;
embrace teamwork through collaborative planning and teaching;
serve as a role model and promote learner discipline;
provide guidance and counselling services to the learners, to create conducive environment for learning and harmonious co-existence;
conduct functional and educational assessment for children with special needs for placement and other interventions;
habilitate and rehabilitate persons with special needs;
collect, collate and maintain learners’ records;
organise and coordinate school based in-service professional development programmes;
organize school based and zonal subject panels to enable teachers share knowledge, innovations and trends;
coordinate gender mainstreaming issues for learners in curricular and cocurricular activities;
ensure learner discipline in school and arbitrate any disputes;
supervise cleanliness of the school compound and tidiness of pupils;
ensure safety, health and discipline of learners; and
any other duties as may be assigned.

Conclusion

In conclusion, SNE Senior Teacher I in Kenya receives a competitive salary and various allowances that enhance their income.

With an entry basic salary of Ksh. 62272, which increases annually to Ksh. 78667, these educators also benefit from additional allowances such as hardship allowance, commuter allowance, annual leave allowance, and disability guide allowance.

These allowances, along with the house allowances based on location, significantly contribute to the overall compensation package for SNE Senior Teacher I.

Furthermore, the requirements for appointment to this grade emphasize the need for experienced and qualified individuals who have demonstrated their commitment to special needs education.

They are expected to provide leadership in the development and implementation of educational plans, policies, programs, and curriculum activities, as well as facilitate the professional development of teaching staff.

The duties and responsibilities associated with this role highlight the multifaceted nature of the position, encompassing academic, administrative, and pastoral care responsibilities.

Frequently Asked Questions On TSC SNE Teachers

1. What is the basic salary for SNE Senior Teacher I?

The entry basic salary for SNE Senior Teacher I is Ksh. 62272, which increases yearly to Ksh. 78667.

2. What allowances are provided in addition to the basic salary?

SNE Senior Teacher I is eligible for various allowances, including hardship allowance, commuter allowance, annual leave allowance, and disability guide allowance.

3. How is the house allowance determined for SNE Senior Teacher I?

The house allowance is based on the grade and location of the teacher. Different clusters are defined based on the city or municipality, with varying allowance amounts.

4. What are the requirements for appointment to the grade of SNE Senior Teacher I?

To be appointed to this grade, a teacher must have served as Senior SNE Teacher II T-Scale 9 for a minimum of three (3) years, among other qualifications outlined by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).

5. What are the duties and responsibilities of SNE Senior Teacher I?

SNE Senior Teacher I is responsible for preparing lesson plans, teaching subjects of specialization, evaluating learners, providing guidance and counseling services, organizing professional development programs, among other duties aimed at ensuring effective teaching and learning in the area of special needs education.