A commitment letter to TSC (Teacher Service Commission) is an important document that outlines your dedication to working as a teacher after completing your studies. Writing a strong commitment letter is key to securing sponsorship for your studies.
Components of a Good Commitment Letter
A good commitment letter should include the following key
components:
The Basics
- Your
full names
- Your
ID/passport number
- Date
of writing
Details About Your Studies
- The
course you are pursuing or intend to pursue
- The
institution where you are studying
- The
duration of the course
Your Commitment
- A
clear statement of your commitment to work as a teacher upon completion of
studies
- Specify
the number of years you commit to work (usually 5+ years)
- The
region/county/constituency where you are willing to work
Personal Details
- Home
county
- Home
constituency
- Sub-county
- Village
Sample Outline
Here is an outline you can follow to write your commitment
letter:
1. Introduction
- Greetings/salutations
- Briefly
state the purpose of the letter (commitment to teach upon completion of
studies)
2. Details About Your Studies
- Course
name
- Institution
name
- Course
duration
3. Your Commitment
- Clear
statement committing to work as a teacher after studies
- Number
of years you commit to teach (5+ years ideal)
- Preferred
regions/counties/constituencies you can work
4. Personal Details
- Home
county
- Constituency
- Sub-county
- Village/estate
5. Conclusion
- Reiterate
your commitment
- Thank
TSC for the sponsorship
- Provide
contacts (phone, email)
- Sign
off with your name
Dos and Don’ts
Do:
- Stick
to the recommended outline
- Research
the ideal number of years to commit
- Provide
accurate personal details
- Use
clear, formal language
- Proofread
before submitting
Don’t:
- Miss
out any key components
- Overcommit
what you cannot fulfill
- Provide
false information
- Use
casual language
Sample TSC Commitment Letter
Below is a sample commitment letter with the key components:
Teachers Name
Physical Address
Date:
The Secretary
Teachers Service Commission
Private Bag 00100
NAIROBI.
THRO ‘
The TSC Sub County Director
Samburu Central
P.o Box 32-20600
MARALAL.
Dear Sir/Madam,
RE: COMMITMENT LETTER
I (Teacher’s name) of TSC No. Who is currently a serving
intern teacher at (Name of School) would wish to commit myself to work in my
work station anywhere in Kenya for a period of not less than five (5) years
without asking for a transfer.
Yours faithfully,
Sign
Name
TSC No.
(A commitment letter can be typed or hand written.
Whichever is convenient to you).
Key Takeaways
Here are the key takeaways when writing your commitment
letter to TSC:
Include all key components
- Personal
details
- Course
details
- Clear
commitment statement
Check requirements
- Commitment
duration (5+ years)
- Regions
you can work
Use formal language
- Avoid
casual language
- Be
truthful
Proofread
- Check
for errors
- Verify
details
I hope this breakdown gives you a good foundation on how to write an effective commitment letter to the Teachers Service Commission. Let me know if you have any other questions!