Back-to-school shopping can be an exciting time for teachers to stock up on must-have school essentials. But, with all the crayons, pencils, markers, folders, notebooks, and more needed, all these items can add up quickly. Sadly many teachers will never get fully reimbursed on these costs. However, the Target teacher discount provides the perfect opportunity for teachers to cash in on major savings. Yet, you can only cash in on this discount for a limited time during the Target Teacher Prep Event which only happens once a year during the summertime. If you’re a teacher, learn how you can stock up and save at Target to have everything you need to have a great school year.

How Much is the Target Teacher Discount?

20% off.

If you’re a teacher, you can expect to get 20% off select school supplies and more during the Target Teacher Prep Event.

This event is a chance for teachers to stock up on back-to-school essentials at a nice discount.

Typically, the event runs from the middle to the end of summer leading into the new school year.

For example, last year the Target Teacher Prep Event took place from July 16 – August 26, 2023.

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How Do Teachers Qualify for the Discount?

Any teacher who is a Target Circle Member and applies for verification can qualify for these sweet savings.

If you aren’t a Target Circle Member yet, click here to follow these on-screen instructions to create a Target Circle account.

Then, you’ll want to verify your teacher status.

Here are the steps you need to follow to verify your teacher status:

1. Click HERE to verify your teacher status.

2. Once you’re verified, save your teacher savings offer.

3. Once saved, your 15% discount will automatically apply to ONE eligible purchase when you buy eligible items on Target.com or in-store using your Target wallet.

Therefore, you must uncheck the coupon from your Target wallet until you are ready to use the discount.

The last thing you want to do is accidentally use the discount on a small purchase.

Is It For Grade School Teachers Only?

No.

All teachers, including grade school teachers, can receive this Target teacher discount during the Target Prep Event.

This includes these teachers:

– K-12 teachers (both private and public school)

– Homeschool teachers

– Daycare center teachers and teachers at early childhood learning centers

– University and College professors

– Vocational/trade/technical school teachers

Be sure to have a valid form of teacher identification for proof of eligibility.

This includes a recent paystub or employee contract.

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Are High School and College Professors Eligible?

Yes.

High school and college professors are eligible for the Target teacher discount.

Do Teachers Have to Show Proof of Employment?

No, not unless you are a new teacher.

If you are a new teacher and don’t have the proper credentials yet, you can show proof of employment as a way to show an eligible ID.

However, if you are an existing teacher, simply verify your status (mentioned above) by clicking HERE.

How Do Teachers Use the Discount?

Once you have successfully verified your teacher status and saved the offer, your discount will automatically be linked to your account.

This means that whenever you make an online or in-store eligible purchase during the Target Teacher Prep Event, your 20% teacher discount will automatically be applied.

However, again it’s important to note the discount can ONLY be used ONCE per year.

Therefore, if you want to save your discount for later but still want to make Target purchases during the Target Prep Event time frame, simply uncheck the coupon from your account.

Are Any Products Exempt From the Discount?

Yes.

There are certain products that are excluded from the discount, these include:

– Electronics

– Backpacks

– Lunch bags

– Clearance

– Items sold and shipped by Target + Partners

Can Teachers Share the Discount with Other Teachers?

No.

Unfortunately, you can only use your teacher discount based on your own eligibility.

However, you can buy supplies for other teachers (if you are a teacher yourself) using your discount and buy supplies for yourself too.

Other teachers can also sign-up themselves to grab these money saving opportunities for their classroom.

Ask the Reader: Have you taken advantage of the Target teacher discount in the past? Was it an easy process? Let me know in the comments.

By Kyle James