The Teacher’s Service Commission (TSC) has unveiled the latest score sheet for primary school teacher recruitment in the 2024 academic year.
This comprehensive guide outlines the criteria and scoring areas used for assessing potential candidates.
Let’s delve into the details.
Panel Score Sheet Breakdown
The score sheet is structured to evaluate applicants based on several key areas, including:
A. Professional P1 Qualifications
- Points are allocated based on the level of professional qualifications attained by the applicant.
- The scoring range varies from 6 to 64 points, with corresponding weightage adjustments.
B. Age
- Age is another crucial factor considered during the recruitment process.
- Points are awarded based on the applicant’s age bracket, with a maximum score of 20 points for those aged 50 and above.
C. Length of Stay Since Qualifying as a Teacher
- The duration of teaching experience since qualification significantly influences scoring.
- Scores range from 70 points for those qualified before 2010 to 5 points for those who graduated in 2024.
D. Diploma in Primary Teacher Education (CBC Upgrade)
- Additional points are awarded for candidates who have undergone upgrades in the Diploma in Primary Teacher Education under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
E. Grand Total
- The cumulative score from all criteria determines the applicant’s ranking in the recruitment process, with a maximum score of 100 points.
Score Sheet Verification
To ensure accuracy and transparency in the selection process, the score sheet undergoes thorough verification by designated officials.
This verification process includes:
Selection Panel Secretary
- Responsible for confirming the correctness of the entered information.
- Provides their name, TSC number, signature, mobile number, and date of confirmation.
Selection Panel Chairperson
- Verifies the accuracy of the score sheet alongside the secretary.
- Provides their name, TSC number, signature, mobile number, and date of confirmation.
TSC County Director/Chairperson, County Selection Panel
- Final verification is conducted by the TSC County Director or Chairperson of the County Selection Panel.
- Provides their name, TSC number, signature, mobile number, and date of confirmation.
Panel Score Sheet for Teacher Interns with Disabilities
Inclusivity is a core aspect of the recruitment process, extending to teacher interns with disabilities.
The score sheet for this category follows a similar structure with slight modifications, considering the unique circumstances of applicants with disabilities.
A. Professional P1 Qualifications
- Similar to the general score sheet, points are allocated based on the level of professional qualifications attained.
B. Age
- Age criteria are adjusted to accommodate individuals with disabilities, ensuring fairness in the assessment process.
C. Length of Stay Since Qualifying as a Teacher
- The duration of teaching experience remains a vital factor in scoring, reflecting the candidate’s expertise and dedication.
D. Diploma in Primary Teacher Education (CBC Upgrade)
- Additional points are awarded for candidates who have pursued upgrades in line with the Competency-Based Curriculum.
PANEL SCORE SHEET FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERs
APPLICANT’S NAME TSCNO. REGION COUNTY SUB COUNTY GRADE YEAR OF GRADUATION PTE POINTS DPTE Upgrade) POINTS
| SCORING AREAS | MAXIMUM SCORE | ACTUAL SCORE | |
| A. | Professional PI qualifications | ||
| 6 – 28 points ————– — — — ——— – | 05 | ||
| 29 — 50 points ———————————————- | 03 | ||
| 51 – 64 points————————–———–— — | 02 | ||
| NB: The score does not include teaching practice. | |||
| MAXIMUM SCORE | 05 | ||
| B. | Age | ||
| 50 years old and above | 20 | ||
| 47 – 49 years old | 1 5 | ||
| 44 — 46 years old | 10 | ||
| 43 years old and below | 05 | ||
| MAXIMUM SCORE | 20 | ||
| C. | Length of stay since qualifying as a teacher | ||
| 2010 and before ———- —- – – — — | 70 | ||
| 2011 —————–— —— ——– | 65 | ||
| 2012—————————————————–—— | 60 | ||
| 2013——————–———–——————————————— | 55 | ||
| 201 | 50 | ||
| 45 | |||
| 2016————-————————————————— | 40 | ||
| 2017——————————————————–– – | 33 | ||
| 2018————-———————————————– | 30 | ||
| 2019—————- ———————————– | 23 | ||
| 2020————————————————————— | 20 | ||
| 2021————————-——————- ———— –—- | 15 | ||
| 2022 -———————-——————————————-———————————-—-————————————————————- | 10 | ||
| 2023—————-—-———— — – —- | 05 | ||
| 70 | |||
| MAXIMUM SCORE | |||
| D. | Diploma in Primary Teacher Education (CBC Upgrade) MAXIMUM SCORE | 05 | |
| 05 | |||
| GRAND TOTAL | 100 | ||
We confirm that the information entered above is correct to the best of our knowledge.
SELECTION PANEL SECRETARY
Name TSC No. Sign. Mobile No. Date:
SELECTION PANEL CHAIRPERSON
Name TSC No. Sign. Mobile No. Date:
Verified by:
TSC COUNTY DIRECTOR/ CHAIRPERSON, COUNTY SELECTION PANEL
Name TSC No. &gn. Mobile No. Date:
APPENDIX 1 (b)
PANEL SCORE SHEET FOR TEACHER INTERNS WITH DISABILITIES
APPLICANT’S NAME TSCNO. REGION COUNTY SUB COUNTY GRADE YEAR OF GRADUATION PTE POINTS DPTE(Upgrade) POINTS
| SCORING AREAS | MADMUM SCORE | ACTUAL SCORE | |
| A. | Professional P1 qualifications | ||
| 6 – 28 points ————— — – – – | 05 | ||
| 29 — TO points ——————————————— | 03 | ||
| 5] – 64 points————————————————— | 02 | ||
| NB: The score does not include teaching practice. | |||
| MAXIMUM SCORE | 04 | ||
| B. | Age | ||
| 50 years old and above | 20 | ||
| 47 – 49 years old | 13 | ||
| 44 — 46 years old | 10 | ||
| 43 years old and below | 03 | ||
| MAXIMUM SCORE | 20 |
| C. | Length of stay since qualifying as a teacher | |||||
| 2010 and before | 70 | |||||
| 65 | ||||||
| 2012 | 60 | |||||
| 55 | ||||||
| 20 | 50 | |||||
| 45 | ||||||
| 40 | ||||||
| 20 | 35 | |||||
| 20 | 30 | |||||
| 25 | ||||||
| 202 | 20 | |||||
| 2021 | 15 | |||||
| 2022 ————– ———————————- | 10 | |||||
| 05 | ||||||
| 70 | ||||||
| MAXIMUM SCORE | ||||||
| D. | Diploma in Primary Teacher Education (CBC Upgrade) MAXIMUM SCORE | |||||
| 05 | ||||||
| 05 | ||||||
| GRAND TOTAL | 100 | |||||
We confirm that the information entered in above is correct to the best of our knowledge
SELECTION PANEL SECRETARY
Name TSC No. Sign. Mobile No. Date:
Conclusion
The TSC primary score sheet serves as a comprehensive tool for evaluating and selecting qualified primary school teachers.
By considering various criteria such as professional qualifications, age, teaching experience, and additional certifications, the commission aims to recruit individuals best suited for the role.
Moreover, the inclusion of teacher interns with disabilities underscores TSC’s commitment to fostering diversity and inclusivity within the education sector.
Through meticulous verification processes, the commission ensures fairness and transparency in the recruitment process, ultimately contributing to the quality of education in Kenya.
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