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Teacher (Secondary)

Inspire the next generation, one lesson at a time. Change lives every single day.

HelperCreator
Years of study
4
degree + teaching practice
Starting pay
KES 35–60k
per month, TSC
Demand
High
employers are hiring now
Typical entry
C+
KCSE mean grade

A day in the life

  • 07:30Morning briefing with staff.
  • 08:00Teach two lessons to Form 3.
  • 13:00Mark work and plan tomorrow.
  • 16:00Coach the debate club.

Is it for you?

  • Best for Helpers

    Helping people grow, with room to be creative.

  • With a Creator side

    You'll have room to bring your own ideas and style to the work.

  • Worth knowing

    Pick teaching subjects with good demand, like Maths or Sciences.

Your path to becoming a Teacher

Based on the KCSE (8-4-4) route.

  1. 1 Now · Form 2–4

    Focus on these subjects

    EnglishKiswahiliMathsHistory
  2. 2 KCSE

    Aim for C+ overall

    C+ or better in your two teaching subjects. Apply through KUCCPS after your results.

  3. 3 Study · 4 years

    Bachelor of Education (Arts or Science)

    Offered at Kenyatta, Moi, Maseno, Egerton, Kisii and more.

  4. 4 After

    TSC registration

    Register with the Teachers Service Commission.

Pay and entry grades are indicative and change yearly. Confirm on the KUCCPS portal and with your school's career teacher.

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