Salary Of TSC SNE Teachers: SNE Teacher I - Primary [Updated]

TSC Grade C3 T-Scale 8[Salary, Allowances, Roles and Appointment Requirements]

Special Needs Education (SNE) teachers are the unsung heroes in our education system, providing crucial support to students with diverse learning needs.

Their dedication and expertise are matched by the complexity of their roles, which require specialized skills and a deep commitment to inclusive education.

In this blog post, we delve into the world of SNE Teacher I – Primary under TSC Grade C3 T-Scale 8, exploring their salary, allowances, roles, and the requirements for appointment to this esteemed position.

Specifically we cover:

SNE Teacher I Primary Salary and Allowances
Requirements for appointment
Duties and Responsibilities
FAQs On SNE TSC salaries

Join us as we unravel the details of this vital role and the impact it has on the lives of students and the education sector as a whole.

SNE Teacher I – Primary [Salary And Allowances]

Basic Salary

The TSC has designated the position of SNE Teacher I – Primary as Grade C3 on the T-Scale 8, effective from July 1, 2023.

This classification comes with basic salaries ranging from Ksh 44,412 to Ksh 56,514, depending on the salary point.

Additionally, these positions are entitled to a C3 allowance grade.

These salary structures reflect the TSC’s commitment to providing fair and competitive remuneration for educators in the special needs education sector.

They serve as a testament to the value placed on the important work of SNE teachers in both primary and secondary schools, highlighting the TSC’s efforts to attract and retain qualified professionals in this field.

BASIC SALARY
SALARY POINTS	SALARY	ALLOWANCE GRADE
1	44,412	C3
2	46,645	C3
3	48,966	C3
4	51,383	C3
5	53,896	C3
6	56,514	C3

Hardship Allowance, Commuter Allowance, Annual Leave Allowance

Grade C3 teachers under the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) scale are entitled to various allowances.

They receive a hardship allowance of 12,300, a commuter allowance of 6,000, and an annual leave allowance of 6,000.

Additionally, they are eligible for a disability guide allowance of 20,000.

These allowances are part of the overall package designed to support and compensate teachers in their roles.

They help to address the challenges and expenses teachers may face, such as commuting costs and disability-related needs, while also providing incentives for continuous service and dedication to the profession.

Sno	Grade	Tsc Scale	Hardship Allowance	Commuter Allowance	Annual Leave Allowance	Disability Guide Allowance

4	C3	8	12,300	6,000	6,000	20,000

This is a promotional grade for SNE teachers in primary schools. A teacher at this grade is responsible for the provision of mentorship, supervision, professional support, counselling and guidance for special education learners to promote their empowerment.

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

House Allowances for TSC SNE Teachers

HOUSE ALLOWANCE
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
1	B5	5	6,750	4,500	3,850	3,850
2	C1	6	10,000	7,500	5,800	5,000
3	C2	7	16,500	12,800	9,600	8,133
4	C3	8	28,000	22,000	16,500	14,055
5	C4	9	28,000	22,000	16,500	14,055
6	C5	10	35,000	25,500	18,000	16,184
7	D1	11	45,000	28,000	21,000	18,066
8	D2	12	45,000	28,000	21,000	18,066
9	D3	13	45,000	28,000	21,000	18,066
10	D4	14	45,000	28,000	21,000	18,066
11	D5	15	50,000	35,000	25,000	21,508

Requirements For Appointment

For appointment to this grade a teacher must:-

have served as Primary Teacher II SNE/Senior Teacher II T-Scale 7 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 of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution; and
meet any other requirement deemed necessary by the Commission.

Duties And Responsibilities

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 the 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; iv. 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;
organize remedial actions for learners to support underperforming learners;
ensure safety, health and security for learners; and
any other duty as may be assigned.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the role of SNE Teacher I – Primary under TSC Grade C3 T-Scale 8 is both challenging and rewarding with basic salary ranging from Ksh. 44, 412 to Ksh. 56,514

These educators play a crucial role in shaping the future of students with diverse learning needs, requiring a high level of skill, dedication, and compassion.

Understanding their salary structure, allowances, roles, and the requirements for appointment provides insight into the value they bring to the education sector.

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) recognizes the importance of SNE teachers and strives to provide them with a competitive compensation package reflective of their contributions.

As we continue to strive for inclusive education, let us acknowledge and appreciate the invaluable work of SNE teachers in nurturing a more inclusive and equitable society.

FAQs: Salary Of TSC SNE Teachers: SNE Teacher I – Primary TSC Grade C3 T-Scale 8

What is the salary range for SNE Teacher I – Primary under TSC Grade C3 T-Scale 8?
- The basic salary for SNE Teacher I – Primary ranges from Ksh 44,412 to Ksh 56,514, depending on the salary point.
What allowances are SNE Teacher I – Primary entitled to under Grade C3?
- Grade C3 teachers are entitled to a hardship allowance of Ksh 12,300, a commuter allowance of Ksh 6,000, an annual leave allowance of Ksh 6,000, and a disability guide allowance of Ksh 20,000.
What are the requirements for appointment to the position of SNE Teacher I – Primary?
- To be appointed to this grade, a teacher must have served as Primary Teacher II SNE/Senior Teacher II T-Scale 7 for a minimum period of three years.
- They must also have a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum mean grade of C plain, a Primary Teacher Certificate (PTE) or its approved equivalent, a diploma in Special Needs Education or its equivalent, and must have successfully undertaken the relevant TPD modules.
- Additionally, they must have a satisfactory rating in the performance appraisal process, meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution, and any other requirements deemed necessary by the Commission.
What are the duties and responsibilities of SNE Teacher I – Primary?
- The duties and responsibilities include preparing lesson plans, maintaining academic standards, teaching subjects of specialization, evaluating learners, providing new ideas for improvement, embracing teamwork, serving as a role model, promoting learner discipline, providing guidance and counseling services, conducting assessments for children with special needs, collecting and maintaining learners’ records, organizing remedial actions for underperforming learners, ensuring safety, health, and security for learners, and any other duty as may be assigned.
What house allowance is SNE Teacher I – Primary entitled to?
- Grade C3 SNE teachers are entitled to a house allowance of Ksh 28,000 for Cluster 1 (Nairobi City), Ksh 22,000 for Cluster 2 (Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru Cities, Nyeri, Eldoret, Thika, Kisii, Malindi, and Kitale Municipalities), Ksh 16,500 for Cluster 3 (Other Former Municipalities), and Ksh 14,055 for Cluster 4 (All Other Areas).