TSC Score Sheet Guide for Post Primary Teachers Recruitment

TSC Score Sheet Guide for Post Primary Teachers Recruitment S – 2023/2024

After the announcement of the teacher recruitment, it is mandatory for the Regional Director, Nairobi, County Directors, and Sub-County Directors to oversee the selection process for the advertised teaching positions.

In this article, we will explore the key aspects of the score sheet guide, including the grading system, selection criteria, and other relevant considerations that shape the recruitment of teachers for the 2023–2024 academic year.

Candidates should receive scores as part of the selection process based on the following designated criteria.

SCORING AREAS	MAXIMUM SCORE
A (I) Academic and Professional qualifications	MAXIMUM SCORE
Bachelors of Education (BED) Degree
(i) First Class	05
(ii) Second Class	03
(iii) Pass	02
OR
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree + PGDE or
Bachelor of Science (BSC) + PGDE
(i) First Class	05
(ii) Second Class	03
(iii) Pass	02
(II) Diploma + Dip. Tech. Education	MAXIMUM SCORE
(i) Distinction	05
(ii) Credit	03
(iii) Pass	02
OR
Diploma in Education
(i) Distinction	05
(ii) Credit	03
(iii) Pass	02
B. Age	MAXIMUM SCORE
50 years old and above	25
47–49 years old	15
44–46 years old	10
43 years old and below	05

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C. Length of stay since qualifying as a teacher

SCORING AREAS	MAXIMUM SCORE
Length of stay since qualifying as a teacher	MAXIMUM SCORE
2010 and before	70
2011	65
2012	60
2013	55
2014	50
2015	45
2016	40
2017	35
2018	30
2019	25
2020	20
2021	15
2022	10
2023	05
GRAND TOTAL	100

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Note: When determining the scoring for Section C, the year in which an applicant officially met the requirements to become a teacher according to Commission policies will be the year considered for calculating the duration of their teaching experience, rather than the year associated with the certificate used for scoring Section A of this scoring sheet.

SELECTION SCORE GUIDE FOR TEACHERS WITH DISABILITIES – POST PRIMARY INSTITUTIONS

SCORING AREAS	MAXIMUM SCORE
C. Length of stay since qualifying as a teacher	MAXIMUM SCORE
2010 and before	70
2011	65
2012	60
2013	55
2014	50
2015	45
2016	40
2017	35
2018	30
2019	25
2020	20
2021	15
2022	10
2023	05
GRAND TOTAL	100

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Please note that, when calculating the scores for Section C, the year in which an applicant successfully met the qualifications to become a teacher in accordance with the Commission’s policies will be the year considered for evaluating the length of time since their graduation.

This should not be confused with the certificate used for scoring in Part A of this scoring sheet.

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GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) GRADING SYSTEM – 2023- 2024

GPA	CLASS	MARKS
3.7 – 4.00	First Class	81 – 100
3.0 – 3.6	Upper Second	71 – 80
2.3 – 2.9	Lower Second	61 – 70
1.7 – 2.2	Pass	51 – 60
0 – 1.6	Fail	50 and below

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The TSC Score Sheet Guide for Post Primary Teachers Recruitment 2023–2024 serves as a comprehensive reference document for the selection and evaluation process of teachers in post-primary institutions.

This guide outlines the criteria and scoring system used by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to assess the qualifications and suitability of applicants for teaching positions in Kenya’s education system.

By providing detailed instructions and scoring categories, this guide ensures a fair and transparent selection process that aligns with the educational standards and requirements set forth by the TSC.

TSC Score Sheet Guide for Post Primary Teachers Recruitment S – 2023/2024