This is the entry grade for teachers with a Certificate in Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE). A teacher at this level will work under the guidance of a more senior teacher for the purposes of professional mentoring and growth.
Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching: Instruct learners and facilitate their educational journey.
Mentorship: Serve as a role model, guide, counselor, and motivator for learners.
Reporting: Prepare progress and administrative reports.
Safety: Assure the safety and security of all learners.
Activity Facilitation: Design, organize, and facilitate play and learning activities.
Holistic Development: Nurture the spiritual, moral, social, mental, physical, aesthetic, and emotional growth of the learners.
Classroom Management: Manage ECDE classes and maintain professional and administrative records (schemes of work, lesson plans, daily programmes, attendance registers, and health records).
Learning Materials: Prepare, develop, and guide learners in creating play and learning materials.
Talent Identification: Identify and nurture individual talents in learners.
Requirements for Appointment
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D+ (Plus) or KCE Division IV at O’ Level.
Certificate in Early Childhood Development and Education (ECDE) offered by KNEC or Ministry of Education or its approved equivalent.
Conversant with the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) and other emerging learning trends.
Registered by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
Certificate in Computer Applications.
Remuneration
Basic Salary: Kshs. 23,700 – 31,450 per month.
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable.
How to Apply
All applicants should click on the Our Job Offers option on the County Website www.kakamega.go.ke, fill the Application Form and submit it ONLINE on or before Wednesday, 11th March, 2026 at 11.59 P.M.
Note:
All details requested in the advertisement should be filled on the online form.
During interviews, shortlisted candidates must produce original National Identity Cards and Academic/Professional Certificates.
Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
The County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunity employer; women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Kakamega County Government website.