Teacher discounts don't often receive the same hype and attention as those for students. But be confident, oft-neglected educators of the world -- businesses haven't forgotten you.

Along with classroom supplies and other learned goodies like books, numerous teacher discounts are offered nationwide, running the gamut from laptops and Photoshop to museum entry and insurance benefits.



While eligibility changes based on where you purchase, most offers are redeemable by kindergarten teachers and college professors alike. Also remember seasonal promos, particularly back-to-school sales and Teacher Appreciation Week in early May. Merchants without regular promotions often roll out limited-time offers.



To add much-needed oomph to your spending, Gift Card Granny compiled a top-notch list of the 81 most lucrative discounts for teachers. Keep in mind, however, that policies may vary by location. Some give a different percentage off, others shift education discounts over time, still others simply don't honor deals. Call ahead before making a purchase to avoid frustration.



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LAST UPDATED: July 22, 2020



ARTS, CRAFTS & SCHOOL SUPPLIES

The Container Store

The Container Store helps teachers stay organized all year long with their Organized Teacher Program. Register online and you will receive exclusive discounts throughout the entire year. A school ID will be required to receive discounts with in-store purchases. Office Depot/Office Max

The free Office Depot/Office Max Rewards Program offers a number of special discounts and rewards. Enjoy rewards points on select purchases, members also have exclusive access to special events and sales throughout the year. Office Depot Office Max Staples FedEx Office

Join the My FedEx Rewards program to take advantage of special offers. Additionally, you'll receive a $10 gift card just for the first qualifying shipment. Staples

Register for Staples Classroom Rewards Program. First, enroll in the Staples Reward Program. The program offers perks like free delivery and up to 5-percent back in rewards for in-store purchases. Then, sign up to become a classroom rewards recipient where parents can gift rewards to your account to help pay for school supplies throughout the year. Ben Franklin Crafts

To show their appreciation for hard-working teachers, Ben Franklin Crafts offers teachers 10-percent off purchases all year long. Just show your certification or ID at checkout receive the discount. Joann Fabric

The free Teacher Rewards Discount Card entitles educators to 15-percent off all purchases. Home schoolers are also eligible for the card, and new members receive a 20-percent off bonus for signing up. Michaels

Receive 15% off your entire purchase every day. To view eligible products and more details, click here. Office Depot Michaels Hobby Lobby Hobby Lobby

Hobby Lobby extends their 10-percent discount to a number of community organizations, including schools. The one catch is you have to pay with an organizational check or credit card. Party City

The more you spend at Party City, the bigger the discount gets. Save between 10 and 20 percent when you bring a signed letter on official letterhead from an officer of the school. You must also complete the purchase with a check or credit card in the school’s name. Blick Art Materials

Teachers should sign up for the Dick Blick Preferred Card. It’s completely free and gets you 10% off purchases at Blick and Utrecht stores. Blick also offers organizational discounts for bulk orders. Discount School Supply

Discount School Supply doesn't run a rewards program, but certain purchases are eligible for a teacher discount if you call ahead or ask before finishing your order. The site also honors tax exemptions from qualifying organizations. A.C. Moore

A.C. Moore has modified their discount program. Instead of a flat teacher discount, they offer a rewards program where you can earn points with every purchase. Inkjet Willy

Inkjet Willy is a popular comparison site that helps you track down the lowest prices on ink and toner, and educators can save an extra 10 percent on orders of compatible or remanufactured cartridges from select resellers using the coupon code WILLY10. Izzit.org

Izzit.org is happy to offer teachers one free educational video per year, no strings attached. The company specializes in videos for older students, but teachers and homeschoolers of grades K-12 can apply. Speed Stacks

What are Speed Stacks, you ask? Essentially it’s a game where kids stack 12 cups in various formations as quickly as they can to improve hand-eye coordination and ambidexterity. If it’s something you’d like to try at your school, teachers can request a complimentary set. However, there’s a limit of one per organization. Pets in the Classroom

This unique program offers K-8 teachers grants to help cover the cost of a pet for the classroom. The maximum grant amount is $125, but there are also a number of different grant types to help pay for pet supplies. Naked Binder

Don’t let the name deter you; Naked Binder manufacturers 100% recyclable binders, pocket folders, tab dividers and labels. In addition to providing non-toxic and environmentally friendly school supplies, they also offer a discount to teachers. To receive the discount code, educators should call at 1-877-446-2533 and provide the name of their school. Make Great Light

Make Great Light sells light filters that totally transform lighting in the classroom. They eliminate the harsh glare and allows kids to focus. Their classroom light filters also create full spectrum light, which has been shown to help increase reading and math test scores and help regulate hormones. Make Great Light offers a standard 10% discount to teachers and will bump it up to 15% if you write a review on social media.





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BOOKS & MEDIA

Barnes & Noble

The B&N Educator Program provides teachers with 20-percent off the publisher's list price on purchases for classroom use. This discount is ramped up to 25% during Educator Appreciation Days.

Barnes & Noble Half Price Books

Sign up for a Half Price Books' Educator's Discount Card and be rewarded with discounts of 10-percent year-round. This discount is truly all-inclusive, available to teachers, homeschoolers, librarians and even teachers who have been laid-off in the last year. PBS

Educators who sign up for the PBS LearningMedia program will receive free access to tens of thousands of videos, games, lesson plans and other educational materials for the classroom. Schuler Books

Michigan educators can enjoy 20-percent off books from the young adult, children's and education sections. Contact your local store to verify eligibility. Book Warehouse

The perks of flashing that school ID aren't lost at Book Warehouse. Show your valid, school-issued card to join the Educator's Book Club and get a 15-percent discount on most in-store purchases. MagMall

Teachers will receive special pricing on magazine subscriptions ordered through MagMall. Before placing your order, call or email their customer service with the name of your school and your position to see what kind of discounts are available. The New York Times

Keep your students up-to-date on current events with The New York Times’ special rate for educators. The first four weeks will cost you just $0.99, and every week after will be discounted by 50 percent. The Wall Street Journal

The special educator's rate from The Wall Street Journal is mostly targeted to college professors and those with older students. Still, it's hard to beat the savings of the discounted subscriptions. National Geographic

Teachers can receive numerous benefits from the famous publication including half-price copies of past issues and a $12/year subscription rate. Churchill's Photography

Teachers are lovers, too, and just as most lovers do, they strive to get married. They especially strive to save money doing so. Teachers in Florida will receive 15-percent off wedding packages from the Palm Beach studio Churchill's Photography. All other photo services earn a 10-percent discount.



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CLOTHING

LOFT

Fashion forward educators are rewarded for their posh style through the Loft Loves Teachers program. Register to get 15-percent off all full-price, in-store purchases, plus perks like teacher appreciation nights and exclusive sweepstakes. J Crew Aerosoles New York & Company Aerosoles

Bring your teacher ID shopping at Aerosoles to save 15% on footwear priced $39.99 or higher. If you can’t visit a store location, you can also receive the discount by placing your order over the phone. New York and Co.

New York and Co. goes above and beyond to offer their Big Apple for the Teacher program. Sign-up online to get 15-percent off in-store purchases and special offers emailed to you throughout the year. J. Crew

The next time you’re shopping at J. Crew, whip out that school ID to save 15% on your purchase. This discount is also available at the Factory Stores. CJ Banks/Christopher and Banks

Get the looks you love for less with 10-percent off purchases from both retailers. This offer is only valid in-store, and excludes discounts on other special sale events. Just show the cashier your school ID at checkout. Madewell

Teachers who show a valid ID at checkout can get a 15% discount off their purchase. The offer is not available for online orders. Bunion Bootie

Those in need of relief for aching feet may want to give the Bunion Bootie discount a try. Teachers and administrators save 10% on their order total. Eddie Bauer

Provide verification of your status as a teacher and Eddie Bauer stores will give you 10% off your purchase. J Crew Eddie Bauer Talbots

Update your wardrobe before the next school year starts with the 15% off discount from Talbots. It can be used for any full-price, in-store purchases with a valid ID. Easy Spirit

Teachers receive 15% off any in-store, full-priced purchases with a valid school ID. Banana Republic

Bring your valid teacher ID to a Banana Republic store and receive 15% off full-price purchases.



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ELECTRONICS & SOFTWARE

Apple Store

The House of Jobs is surprisingly generous to teachers of all grade levels, offering varying discounts up to $200 on computers and accessories through the Apple Education Store. This offer also includes librarians, home schoolers, university profs and even elected officers to PTA boards. Apple Dell Bose

The Bose offer is primo, particularly for those in need of sonic stimulation. Save up to 15% on most music systems and accessories. Call their Sales Solution Team at 1-800-353-4207 and ask for the “Educator's Program” for pricing and to place an order. Dell

If your school is affiliated with Dell you can get special pricing on your purchase of a computer or other products. Call Customer Service before paying to apply the discount. Cell Phone Companies (Verizon, AT&T, Sprint)

This discount varies by provider, but teachers can save loads on a personal cell phone bill, sometimes up to 20 percent a month. Visit your provider's business or discount portal and input your .edu email address to check if your institution is registered. Adobe

Shop direct from the Adobe Education Store and receive discounts on select software, including bundles and suites. Adobe requires proof of employment as an educator before applying the discount. Western Digital (WD) Store

Offering digital storage, sharing and protection products, WD store helps you stay organized and protected in the modern age of teaching. They also provide a 20-percent discount to teachers and education staff through the WD Education Store. Create a free account using your school or university address to get started. Lenovo

Through Lenovo’s Academic Purchase Program, teachers may receive a discount on their purchase. Select your state and school for a list of deals on tablets, computers and laptops. Sony

Register for the Sony Education Store and save up to 10 percent on select products. If you’re shopping on behalf of your school, head to the Sony Business Store for more appropriate deals. PureTalk USA

The discount cell phone plan provider offers teachers 20% off their first month of service with the promo code TEACH20. Academic Superstore

Academic Superstore is an online software outlet that sells a slew of products for up to 85-percent off. Discounts are available year-round with proof of employment as a teacher. JourneyEd

This is yet another site where educators can find huge savings on popular software. After placing your order, confirm your status as a teacher to apply the discount.



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FURNITURE

West Elm

Show your valid school ID and take 10% off your in-store purchase from West Elm. Enjoy modern, sophisticated furniture and home decor for less.





INSURANCE

Farmers Insurance

Farmers extends additional discounts to teachers, but these special rates vary based on state and prior driving record. For more details, contact a local agent. Liberty Mutual

Liberty Mutual extends extra benefits such as a $0 deductible for damage that occurs on school property or during school-related events. Because it’s insurance, rates are dependent on your state and driving record.





HOTELS & ATTRACTIONS

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel

Teachers are eligible for a variety of discounted rates at the Swan and Dolphin hotels, located securely in the center of Walt Disney World in Orlando. Availability varies based on season and demand. Mention you're an educator when booking. Marriott Hotels

Marriott grants teachers a discount at a slew of hotels across the nation. Whether you book online or in-person, show your school ID at check-in to receive the special rate. Rules on this discount are a bit vague -- they mention government employees, which would imply only public school employees -- but most hotel employees don't bite. Feel free to ask. SeaWorld

Register for the Teacher Study Pass program, an exclusive for K-12 teachers in Florida, Texas and Southern California, and get unlimited free admission for the year. Bring a copy of your teaching certificate, a current pay stub and photo ID to the SeaWorld front gate to obtain a new pass or renew an old one. National Park Service

Show a valid school ID at a slew of National Park Service visitor centers across the nation and receive 15-percent off many purchases. The discount doesn't apply to park entry fees, camping fees or Smokey the Bear petting zoo fees. Kennedy Space Center

Florida treats its K-12 teachers well and occasionally lets folks from Georgia in on the fun. Registered educators from both states are eligible for a free, full-fledged Educator Study Pass. Show a valid teaching certificate and recent pay stub to any ticket agent for an annual pass. Legoland Florida

Florida teachers K-12 can enjoy an entire year of free admission with the Florida Teacher Pass to both Legoland and Legoland Water Park. Bring your most recent paystub, Florida photo ID and teaching certificate to receive your pass. Legoland California

Teachers can get free admission on select Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. Additionally, teachers are eligible for free admission during Teacher Appreciation Week. Call in advance for more details about eligible weekends. Elvis Presley's Graceland

K-12 teachers receive free admission to tour the former Memphis, Tenn. estate of The King with a valid school ID or recent pay stub or dated letter on school letterhead stating you’re a teacher at your school.



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MUSEUMS & ZOOS