Could the Cabinet Secretary:- (i) explain why P1 teachers who upgraded to a Diploma in EC…

Question

The Member for Yatta (Hon. Robert Basil, MP) to ask the Cabinet Secretary for Education:- Could the Cabinet Secretary:- (i) explain why P1 teachers who upgraded to a Diploma in ECDE have remained in Grade C1 since 2015 despite similar teachers being promoted, and state the measures being taken to harmonize their grades, promote them, and pay any salary arrears? (ii) clarify the criteria and timelines for teacher promotions, particularly for those who upgraded qualifications while in service, including measures put in place to address the issue of stagnation and ensure fairness in promotions? (iii) explain why junior secondary school teacher interns who have served beyond six months are yet to be employed on a permanent and pensionable basis?