Explains the importance of service credit and final compensation when calculating the retirement benefit for part-time educators.

Comprehensive information about CalSTRS benefits, programs and resources for members and part-time educators.

Describes this alternative retirement plan for part-time educators that may be offered by your school district.

This guide provides the specific requirements to apply for a disability benefit and information on what you can expect throughout the application…

Explains the special circumstances of retiring concurrently from CalSTRS and certain other California public retirement systems.

Explains the two federal rules that affect the Social Security benefits you may receive as a spouse or through other employment.

Covers the state and federal law restrictions if you return to work after service retirement in a CalSTRS-covered position, including substitute teaching.

Describes the three elements of the CalSTRS retirement formula.

Brief overview of pros and cons of taking a refund of your CalSTRS contributions.