Full disclosure: If you visit a link on this page and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Teachers have access to various discounts when dining and shopping – many restaurants and retailers provide teacher discounts such as Eddie Bauer who provide 10% discounts off full priced items when teachers present their teacher ID card. Talbots gives teachers 15% off regular priced items both online and in stores; Tommy John offers teachers 20% off clothing and shoes; just verify your eligibility through SheerID to take advantage of this offer. Costco offers teachers a $20 costco shop card; enrollment in its teacher program entitles you to additional perks, such as 5% back rewards on school supplies and a free Educator Study Pass. Illinois teachers receive complimentary admission at Chicago’s Field Museum while students may enter for half price; Graceland in Memphis and Gulf Breeze Zoo both provide teachers with complimentary entry.
Avis Car Rental provides teachers with up to 25% discounts off car rentals; National Educator’s Association members enjoy exclusive savings of travel, shopping, and insurance rates; the Apple Store for Education has educational pricing on Mac computers and iPads; while GEICO auto insurance company offers educator discounts such as no deductible when driving on school business and up to $2,500 coverage against theft of teaching materials or school-owned property from your vehicle.
Credit cards with special teacher discounts include Discover Student Card, offering 2% cash back on every purchase; and Chase Ink Plus Card offering 3% at gas stations and 1% elsewhere. Financial services companies like Teachers Building Society also provide savings opportunities for teachers at every career stage; First Trust Financial Resources offers comprehensive financial planning free of charge for teachers.