TSC to Revise Salaries for Master's Degree Holders to Attract Educators

The Teaching Service Commission (TSC) has unveiled a series of transformative reforms, spearheaded by Chairman Lans Keifala, designed to modernize teacher management and elevate professional standards. 

A key highlight of these initiatives is a significant salary increase for teachers holding Master's degrees, who will now receive remuneration equivalent to that of a Vice Principal. This strategic move aims to incentivize continuous academic growth and attract highly qualified individuals to the teaching profession.

Central to the reforms is the launch of the Teacher Management Information System (TMIS), a new digital platform poised to revolutionize teacher application processes by eliminating the need for physical contact. This technological advancement promises greater efficiency and transparency in recruitment.

Chairman Keifala also announced plans to recruit 3,300 new teachers in 2025, with 2,000 positions directly funded by the government, maintaining a consistent recruitment trend from the past three years. 

Furthermore, the TSC is implementing a teacher quota system based on pupil-teacher ratios, a crucial step towards ensuring equitable teacher distribution across the nation, particularly in underserved communities.

Beyond salaries and recruitment, the TSC is committed to broader teacher welfare. Collaborating with the Sierra Leone Teachers' Union (SLTU), the commission is facilitating soft loans at a competitive 10% interest rate. 

Discussions are also underway with the Ministry of Finance to reintroduce the remote area allowance, a measure intended to motivate teachers to accept postings in challenging, hard-to-reach regions. These comprehensive reforms underscore the TSC's dedication to improving the quality of education delivery nationwide.