WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. (July 20, 2018) – The California State Teachers’ Retirement System announced that the fund posted a 9.0 percent return (net of fees) for the 2017-18 fiscal year, exceeding the investment assumption of 7.0 percent for the second consecutive year and helping advance the fund towards full funding in the decades ahead. As of June 30, 2018, the total fund value was $223.8 billion.
Covers the state and federal law restrictions if you return to work after service retirement in a CalSTRS-covered position, including substitute teaching.
Contains the specifics of applying for disability benefits and the forms. Call 800-228-5453 to schedule an appointment with a CalSTRS benefits specialist who can assist you with the application process. Read Introduction to CalSTRS Disability Benefits first to be sure you understand the eligibility requirements.
Explains the two federal rules that affect the Social Security benefits you may receive as a spouse or through other employment. These rules do not affect your CalSTRS retirement benefit.
Summarizes how California’s community property laws and Teachers’ Retirement Law affect CalSTRS benefits. Explains methods of dividing community property interests in member accounts. Includes forms.
Introduces myCalSTRS, your online resource for managing your CalSTRS accounts, viewing your Retirement Progress Report, submitting forms and more at each stage of your career.
CalSTRS Pension2 is CalSTRS’ voluntary defined contribution plan. Pension2 offers the opportunity to invest through tax-advantaged payroll deductions in low cost, flexible 403(b), Roth 403(b) and 457(b) plans for additional retirement savings.
