Are you considering a career as a TTC tutor in Kenya?
Understanding the salary structure and career progression can help you make an informed decision.
In this guide, we’ll break down the grading structure, basic salary ranges, and allowances for TTC tutors in Kenya.
Qualifications and Entry Grade
To become a TTC tutor in Kenya, you need to have a Bachelor’s degree in Education.
The entry grade for newly appointed teachers is TSC grade C2.
The career progression goes up all the way to TSC grade D5, which is the Chief Principal.
Grading Structure For TTC Tutors
Tables for the conversion of basic salaries for different grades are provided below:
- Chief Principals (D5 – T Scale 15)
- Senior Principals (D4 – T Scale 14)
- Principals and Deputy Principal I (D3 – T Scale 13)
- Deputy Principals II and Senior Master I (D2 – T Scale 12)
- Deputy Principals III/Senior Lecturer II (D1 – T Scale 11)
- Senior Lecturer III (C5 – T Scale 10)
- Senior Lecturer IV (C4 – T Scale 9)
- Lecturer I (C3 – T Scale 8)
- Lecturer II (C2 – T Scale 7)
Basic Salary Ranges
The basic salary ranges for TTC College tutors in Kenya vary based on the grade:
- Lecturer II (C2): Ksh. 36,621
- Senior Principal: Ksh. 131,380
Check the tables below for more details and salary ranges for each of the job groups.
| TABLE 2: CONVERSION OF CHIEF PRINCIPALS | |||
| GRADE D5 – TSCALE 15 | |||
| BASIC SALARY | |||
| SALARY POINT | SALARY | ALLOWANCE GRADE | |
| 1 | 131,380 | D5 | |
| 2 | 135,747 | D5 | |
| 3 | 140,238 | D5 | |
| 4 | 144,859 | D5 | |
| 5 | 149,612 | D5 | |
| 6 | 154,502 | D5 | |
| 7 | 159,534 | D5 | |
| TABLE 3: CONVERSION OF SENIOR PRINCIPALS | |||||
| GRADE D4 – T SCALE 14 | |||||
| BASIC SALARY | |||||
| SALARY POINTS | SALARY | ALLOWANCE GRADE | |||
| 1 | 118,242 | D4 | |||
| 2 | 122,172 | D4 | |||
| 3 | 126,214 | D4 | |||
| 4 | 130,373 | D4 | |||
| 5 | 134,651 | D4 | |||
| 6 | 139,053 | D4 | |||
| 7 | 143,581 | D4 | |||
| TABLE 4: CONVERSION OF PRINCIPALS AND DEPUTY PRINCIPAL 1 | |||
| GRADE D3 – T SCALE 13 | |||
| BASIC SALARY | |||
| SALARY POINTS | SALARY | ALLOWANCE GRADE | |
| 1 | 105,182 | D3 | |
| 2 | 108,571 | D3 | |
| 3 | 112,058 | D3 | |
| 4 | 115,649 | D3 | |
| 5 | 119,346 | D3 | |
| 6 | 123,151 | D3 | |
| 7 | 127,069 | D3 | |
| TABLE 5: CONVERSION OF DEPUTY PRINCIPALS II | |||
| BASIC SALARY | |||
| SALARY POINTS | SALARY | ALLOWANCE GRADE | |
| 1 | 92,119 | D2 | |
| 2 | 95,101 | D2 | |
| 3 | 97,552 | D2 | |
| 4 | 100,661 | D2 | |
| 5 | 103,861 | D2 | |
| 6 | 107,157 | D2 | |
| 7 | 110,551 | D2 | |
| TABLE 6: CONVERSION OF DEPUTY PRINCIPALS III/ SENIOR LECTURER II | ||||
| GRADE D1 | ||||
| BASIC SALARY W.E.F 01.07.2023 | ||||
| SALARY POINTS | SALARY | ALLOWANCE GRADE | ||
| 1 | 78,625 | D1 | ||
| 2 | 81,128 | D1 | ||
| 3 | 83,755 | D1 | ||
| 4 | 86,458 | D1 | ||
| 5 | 89,240 | D1 | ||
| 6 | 92,119 | D1 | ||
| 7 | 95,101 | D1 | ||
TSC Grade C5 Senior Lecturer III Basic salary ranges from Ksh.62272 to Ksh. 78667
| TABLE 8: CONVERSION OF SENIOR LECTURER IV/ | ||||
| GRADE C4 | ||||
| BASIC SALARY | ||||
| SALARY POINTS | SALARY | ALLOWANCE GRADE | ||
| 1 | 52,308 | C4 | ||
| 2 | 54,584 | C4 | ||
| 3 | 56,947 | C4 | ||
| 4 | 59,387 | C4 | ||
| 5 | 61,909 | C4 | ||
| 6 | 64,527 | C4 | ||
| 7 | 67,220 | C4 | ||
| TABLE 9: CONVERSION OF LECTURER I | ||
| BASIC SALARY C3 | ||
| 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 |
| TABLE 10: CONVERSION OF LECTURER II | ||||
| GRADE C2 – T SCALE 7 | ||||
| BASIC SALARY | ||||
| SALARY POINTS | SALARY | ALLOWANCE GRADE | ||
| 1 | 36,621 | C2 | ||
| 2 | 38,299 | C2 | ||
| 3 | 40,051 | C2 | ||
| 4 | 41,879 | C2 | ||
| 5 | 43,786 | C2 | ||
| 6 | 45,776 | C2 | ||
TTC Tutor Allowances
In addition to the basic salary, TTC tutors are entitled to various allowances, including house allowance, hardship allowance, commuter allowance, annual leave allowance, and disability guide allowance.
The amounts vary based on the grade and location as captured in the tables below.
| APPENDIX A: – 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 |
| 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 |
| APPENDIX B: 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 |
| 3 | C2 | 7 | 10,900 | 5,000 | 6,000 | 20,000 |
| 4 | C3 | 8 | 12,300 | 6,000 | 6,000 | 20,000 |
| 5 | C4 | 9 | 14,650 | 8,000 | 6,000 | 20,000 |
| 6 | C5 | 10 | 17,100 | 8,000 | 6,000 | 20,000 |
| 7 | D1 | 11 | 27,300 | 12,000 | 10,000 | 20,000 |
| 8 | D2 | 12 | 27,300 | 12,000 | 10,000 | 20,000 |
| 9 | D3 | 13 | 31,500 | 14,000 | 10,000 | 20,000 |
| 10 | D4 | 14 | 31,500 | 14,000 | 10,000 | 20,000 |
| 11 | D5 | 15 | 38,100 | 16,000 | 10,000 | 20,000 |
Conclusion
Becoming a TTC tutor in Kenya can be a rewarding career choice, with opportunities for career advancement and competitive salaries.
By understanding the grading structure, salary ranges, and allowances, you can make an informed decision about your career path in education.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What qualifications do I need to become a TTC tutor in Kenya?
To become a TTC tutor in Kenya, you need to have a Bachelor’s degree in Education.
2. What is the entry grade for newly appointed TTC tutors?
The entry grade for newly appointed TTC tutors is TSC grade C2.
3. What is the career progression for TTC tutors in Kenya?
The career progression for TTC tutors in Kenya goes up to TSC grade D5, which is the Chief Principal.
4. What are the basic salary ranges for TTC College tutors in Kenya?
The basic salary ranges for TTC College tutors in Kenya vary based on the grade.
For example, the basic salary for a Lecturer II (C2) is Ksh. 36,621, while the basic salary for a Senior Principal is Ksh. 131,380.
5. What allowances are TTC tutors entitled to?
TTC tutors are entitled to various allowances, including house allowance, hardship allowance, commuter allowance, annual leave allowance, and disability guide allowance. The amounts vary based on the grade and location.
6. How can I advance in my career as a TTC tutor?
To advance in your career as a TTC tutor, you can pursue further education, such as a Master’s degree or a Ph.D.
You can also take on leadership roles within your institution and participate in professional development activities.
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