A brief high-level tour of your CalSTRS benefits.

For members hired before January 1, 2013, this video explains how your retirement benefit is calculated.

For members hired on or after January 1, 2013, this video explains how your retirement benefit is calculated.

Consider how much of your working salary you will need to replace to maintain your current standard of living.

Learn about the two types of service credit you may purchase to increase your CalSTRS retirement benefit.

Learn how you can provide a lifetime monthly benefit to another person at the time of your death.

Basic information about CalSTRS disability coverage, eligibility requirements and the application process.

As a member of the CalSTRS Defined Benefit Program, your spouse, children or other loved ones may be eligible for survivor benefits after your death.

Discover how two governmental offsets may impact your Social Security benefits.

Carefully consider the consequences before applying for a refund.

Learn what the Defined Benefit Supplement Program is and how it's funded.

Learn about your choices for receiving funds.

Learn about your tax considerations.

Learn how to generate an estimate of your CalSTRS monthly retirement benefit online.

Know the rules. If you return to work after service retirement in a position with the California public school system as an employee, an employee of a third party, or an independent contractor, there are restrictions.

In this video, learn how to read your annual Retirement Progress Report.