The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is inviting applications from qualified individuals to fill 24,000 Teacher Internship positions in Junior Schools. These positions aim to support the implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) in Kenya. The Teacher Internship Programme is designed to equip and sustain the competencies of individuals entering the teaching service, offering them valuable experience in a structured environment that fosters professional growth.
The internship programme targets unemployed registered teachers who will be assigned to various learning institutions where their teaching expertise will be nurtured through mentorship, coaching, and practical teaching exposure. The internship engagement will run for a period of twelve (12) months.
The Commission is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all eligible individuals, including persons with disabilities (PWDs), in line with constitutional provisions and the law.
MONTHLY STIPEND FOR TEACHER INTERNS
Interns attached to Junior Schools will receive a monthly stipend of Kshs. 20,000, subject to statutory deductions, where applicable. This is not a remunerative engagement but a stipend to facilitate participation in the programme.
CAUTION
The recruitment exercise is free of charge. The TSC warns applicants against fraudsters who may attempt to solicit money in exchange for assistance in the recruitment process. Any fraudulent activity should be reported to the nearest TSC office, the Commission’s headquarters, or the police.
Further details on vacancies by county and sub-county are available on the TSC website: www.tsc.go.ke
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
Applicants are advised to take note of the following guidelines:
- The Teachers Service Commission’s Guidelines for Recruitment of Teacher Interns for the 2025/2026 Financial Year shall apply.
- Manual applications will not be considered; only online applications through the official TSC portal will be accepted.
- Applicants must be unemployed and have no record of exiting the teaching service with the Commission due to disciplinary reasons.
- Original academic and professional certificates must be presented during verification.
- Applicants must possess a Personal Accident Insurance Cover for personal risks during the internship period.
- Selection will be strictly based on merit and the number of available vacancies per county.
- Applicants may not accept more than one offer of internship.
- Successful candidates will be deployed to Junior Schools within the sub-counties where interviews are conducted or in any part of the county where vacancies exist.
- Successful candidates will be required to teach various learning areas under the Junior School Curriculum.
- During verification, applicants will be required to produce:
- A copy of Teacher Registration Certificate/printout from the TSC online portal as evidence of registration.
- A copy of the National Council for Persons with Disability (NCPWD) card (where applicable).
- A copy of the National Identity Card (ID) or Passport.
- Two recent passport-size photographs.
- A copy of the Kenya Revenue Authority Personal Identification Number (KRA PIN).
APPLICATION WINDOW
The application portal will open on Tuesday, 26th August 2025, and will close on Monday, 9th September 2025 at midnight.
POSITION DETAILS – JUNIOR SCHOOL TEACHER INTERNS
The Junior School Teacher Interns will support the implementation of CBC in Junior Schools. They will participate in teaching various learning areas as prescribed by the curriculum. Their role will involve lesson preparation, delivery, assessment of learners, and participation in co-curricular activities. They will also engage in mentorship sessions under experienced teachers to enhance their skills and adaptability to classroom environments.
DURATION OF INTERNSHIP
The internship will run for twelve (12) months, providing participants with an opportunity to gain hands-on experience, professional mentorship, and exposure to practical teaching.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
All interested and qualified candidates must submit their applications online through either of the following:
- TSC website: www.tsc.go.ke under the “Careers” section
- Teachers Online portal: www.teachersonline.tsc.go.ke
Applications must be submitted no later than midnight on Monday, 9th September 2025.
The TSC reiterates that this exercise is entirely free of charge and urges applicants to be vigilant against fraudsters.
