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:
Date
Teacher Service Commission
P.O Box Private Bag-00100
Nairobi
Dear Sir/Madam,
RE: COMMITMENT TO SERVE AS A TEACHER AFTER COMPLETION OF STUDIES
I, John Doe, ID number 12345678, do hereby commit to serving as a teacher upon completion of my Bachelor of Education studies at Kenyatta University for a period of 5 years.
I come from Kiambu County, Limuru Constituency, Tigoni Sub-county in Ndeiya village. I commit to teaching anywhere that the Teachers Service Commission deploys me within the country.
I promise to comply with this commitment and I understand that failure to do so will lead to full recovery of the sponsorship amount by the Teachers Service Commission.
(Signature)
John Doe
Phone: 07XXYYYZZZ
Email: [email protected]
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!
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