Retired educator FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked retired educator questions.

Address change

Change your address online at myCalSTRS or complete the Address Change Request form and follow the instructions to submit the form to CalSTRS.

Notification of Death

Submit an online Notification of Death to report the death of a CalSTRS member, benefit recipient, option beneficiary or designated recipient.

Service retirement

Applying for retirement, postretirement option changes and more.

Tax information

Learn about the simplified method, your Form 1099-R and other tax information.

Administrative remedy process

Your rights, requesting a review and more.

Adjustments and overpayments

We send award and adjustment letters when there is a change to your monthly retirement benefit. If you recently received one of these letters, read this section to learn more.