Teachers have the capacity to make an impact on the lives of countless students. Besides teaching what’s on the school curriculum, teachers also provide guidance, encourage their students, and share valuable life skills. One of the best ways to recognize teachers for their invaluable contributions is by thanking them. Aside from celebrating educator appreciation days – such as National Teacher Day on May 9, Teacher Appreciation Week on May 8 to 12, and Back to School Season from July to September – you can also show your gratitude for them throughout the whole year.
Below, you’ll find a comprehensive list of teacher discounts and offers that will allow educators in the U.S. to enjoy big savings and rewards.
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Quick Update: Back-to-School teacher discounts 2023 have ended, but the savings continue. Enjoy deals all year with our Year-Round Teacher Discounts.
As educators prepare to go back to school (mid July – early September), many stores are providing back-to-school discounts for teachers in 2023 to help support them. These discounts range from apparel to school supplies, ensuring teachers have all the necessary items they need for a successful start to the school year.
All About Fabrics: Teachers get an extra 25% discount on back to school supplies.
Meijer: Teachers get a 15% off coupon after showing their school ID at the Customer Service Desk. This deal is valid until September 4, 2023. See more Meijer deals.
Sam’s Club: According to WFAA, educators can save 60% on Sam’s Club membership ($20) from July 17 to August 15, 2023. See more Sam’s Club deals.
Target: Teachers get a one-time 20% discount through Target Circle. The discount is valid online and in-store from July 16 to August 26, 2023. See more Target deals.
Best Teacher Appreciation Week Discounts & Freebies 2023
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Quick Update: Teacher appreciation week discounts 2023 have ended, but the savings continue. Enjoy deals all year with our Year-Round Teacher Discounts.
Below are some of the companies that offer freebies and discounts for educators in time for Teacher Appreciation Week (May 8 – 12, 2023).
Applebee’s: Teachers get 20% off their entire dine-in or to-go order from May 8-12, 2023, at participating Applebee’s locations. To enjoy this discount online, use the code TEA-APR20%. See more Applebee’s deals.
Blue Harbor Resort: Get 20% off select room types using the code TEACHER from May 1-25, 2023.
Carson Dellosa: Use the code THANKYOU to get 30% off sitewide on Teacher Appreciation Week. The code is valid until May 14, 2023. See more Carson Dellosa deals.
Cheryl’s: Get 25% off cookie gifts for teachers with code THX25. The code is valid until May 31, 2023. See more Cheryl’s deals.
Firehouse Subs: From May 8-12, teachers can enjoy a free medium sub with the purchase of a medium or large sub, chips, and a drink. To enjoy this offer, they must show proof of employment at the register. See more Firehouse Sub deals.
Freddy’s: Freddy’s is offering free mini sundaes with M&M’s for teachers or faculty members. This sweet offer is valid in-restaurant or drive-thru from May 8 to May 12, 2023, after presenting a valid school ID.
Insomnia Cookies: All teachers and school staff get free cookies (6-pack) with a $5 in-store purchase. This deal is valid from May 5-12, 2023, after presenting a valid work ID or pay stub. See more Insomnia Cookies deals.
L.L. Bean: Save 10% on select orders for teachers with code. To get the promo code, you must verify your eligibility via SheerID. See more L.L. Bean offers.
McAlister’s Deli: Teachers get a free 32 oz tea from May 3-10, 2023, after showing a valid educator ID. This offer is valid at participating locations only. See more McAlister’s Deli deals.
Office Depot:Star Teachers members get 10% back in rewards on ink, toner, and paper, 1% back in rewards on almost everything, and 15% off from Design, Print, & Ship Depot. See more Office Depot deals.
Rosetta Stone: Rosetta Stone is offering 40% off Unlimited Languages. See more Rosetta Stone offers.
Schaumburg Boomers: Educators get up to 6 free tickets when they use the promo code TEACHER.
SeaWorld Orlando: Active and certified K-12 Florida grade school educators can get a free SeaWorld Florida Teacher Card that provides free admission until September 7, 2023. This awesome deal is valid after verifying your eligibility with ID.me. See more SeaWorld Orlando deals.
Sonic Drive-In: To show their appreciation for educators, Sonic Drive-In is offering free cheeseburgers with purchase to all Teachers’ Circle members. The reward is valid from May 9-16, 2023. See more Sonic Drive-In deals.
Spy Museum: Use the code SPYTEACH25 to get 25% off at the Spy Museum online store. Plus, you can get $2 off museum admission tickets. See more Spy Museum deals.
Staples: Take advantage of Staple’s Teacher Appreciation Week deals: $30 back in rewards when you spend $100 (valid from May 7-13, 2023) $15 off signs, banners, and posters when you spend $75 (valid until May 27, 2023) $10 off document printing when you spend $40 or more (valid until May 27, 2023) See more Staples deals.
Teachers Pay Teachers: Teachers Pay Teachers is offering a 25% discount on all resources with code THANKYOU23. The code is valid from May 9-10, 2023. See more Teachers Pay Teachers deals.
WonderWork: WonderWork offers free admission for teachers from May 1 to May 31, 2023. To get the discount code, you must complete the registration form from its website. See more WonderWork deals.
Best Year-Round Teacher Discounts by Category
Aside from discounts and offers on Teacher Appreciation Week and Back-to-School, we’ve rounded up some exclusive teacher discounts that are being rolled out regularly. Find out how some brands show their appreciation for educators throughout the year.
Arts and Crafts Discounts for Teachers
Academic Superstore: Get the lowest academic prices for teachers at Academic Superstore—no code required. Enjoy access to various discounted hardware and software, from PCs and tablets to graphics and illustration software. See more Academic Superstore deals.
Dick Blick Art Supplies: Art educators can download free lesson plans for teachers via Dick Blick. They can also enjoy gift cards and exclusive teacher discounts on art supplies such as paint sets and frames. See more Dick Blick Art Supplies deals.
DollarDays: Enjoy a 10% discount on every order via ID.me when you shop at DollarDays. You can also enjoy free shipping for teachers on bulk orders over $499. See more DollarDays deals.
JOANN Fabric: Get a 15% discount online and in-store by joining JOANN’s teacher rewards program. See more JOANN Fabric deals.
K12 School Supplies: Enjoy deep discounts and big savings when you shop at K12 School Supplies. It offers generous discounts for educators, ranging from 30% to 80% off. Plus, teachers can enjoy free shipping on orders $99 and above. See more K12 School Supplies deals.
KiwiCo: Get up to 44% off when you do bulk orders for your school or group. You may also get additional discounts if your order larger quantities of crates. Using the code EDUCATOR21 can give you a 25% off educator discount when you purchase 25-99 crates at KiwiCo. See more KiwiCo deals.
Lakeshore Learning: Lakeshore Learning has an in-store offer for educators who sign up for its loyalty club. Members can enjoy a 15% teacher discount on its wide selection of in-store items. See more Lakeshore Learning deals.
Michaels: Sign up for Michaels Rewards, and enjoy a 15% teacher discount in-store and online. Educators must verify their valid school ID online through Michaels Rewards to get the discount. See more Michaels deals.
National School Supply: Save on school essentials and teacher supplies when you shop at National School Supply. Enjoy free shipping for teachers on orders $1000 and above. See more National School Supply deals.
Pencils.com: Pencils.com offers educators a 10% discount on all orders through its Educator Discount Program. See more Pencils.com deals.
Silhouette America: Educators can sign up for free to Silhouette America’s Educator Discount Program, and enjoy exclusive offers and direct discounts on products like the DIY cutter. See more Silhouette America deals.
First Book: Aside from providing access to educational resources, First Book also offers 50% off select educator supplies, as well as free shipping for orders over $25. See more First Book deals.
Adidas: As a thank you to teachers, Adidas offers an exclusive 30% discount when you shop online or in-store. If you’re shopping at factory outlet stores, you can get 20% off. To enjoy the discount, you need to verify your status via ID.me. See more Adidas deals and coupons.
Alo Yoga: Certified instructors who are actively teaching can get 25% off on select full-price apparel by joining the Alo Pro Program. See more Alo Yoga deals.
BN3TH: BN3TH also offers an exclusive 20% discount for teachers—no promo code needed. To apply for the discount, you must first verify your ID via the ID.me button at checkout. See more BN3TH deals.
Banana Republic: As part of its Education Discount, Banana Republic offers 15% off full-priced orders for teachers when you shop in-store. To qualify, you must present a valid teacher ID. This offer is no longer available. See more Banana Republic deals and coupons.
Boden:Get 20% off, plus free shipping and returns on select Boden items over $49, until December 31, 2023. You must verify your teacher status on SheerID to receive the discount. See more Boden coupons and deals.
Bonobos: Enjoy a 20% teacher discount when you shop at Bonobos and verify your eligibility with SheerID. This offer is limited to five orders per year. See more Bonobos coupons and deals.
Champion: Educators, whether active or retired, can get a 10% teacher discount and buy Champion’s selected sportswear items by verifying with ID.me. See more Champion deals and coupons.
Clarks: Get new kicks while enjoying special discounts when you shop online at Clarks. Teachers need to verify their eligibility via ID.me first before receiving the discount. See more Clarks deals.
J. Crew Factory: Get an extra 15% teacher discount when you shop online and in-store at J. Crew Factory. To get the promo code, verify your teacher status via SheerID, and check your email for the single-use code. See more J. Crew Factory deals.
JustMySize: Teachers and retired educators can enjoy an extra 10% teacher discount on apparel, shapewear, and legwear after checking their eligibility via ID.me. See more JustMySize deals.
Karen Kane: Educators can get a 20% teacher discount for every purchase from Karen Kane. To take advantage of the discount, teachers must check their eligibility via SheerID. See more Karen Kane deals.
Keds: Teachers can get a 20% discount from Keds when they sign into ID.me before checking out. See more Keds deals.
Levi’s: Levi’s offers a 15% teacher discount on all Levi’s apparel. To unlock the discount you must verify your teacher status via SheerID. See more Levi’s deals.
Loft: Enjoy a 15% teacher discount when you shop in-store for dresses, tees, jeans, and more at Loft. See more Loft deals.
Lululemon: Group instructors, personal trainers, athletes, and other eligible members get special perks and benefits via The Sweat Collective Program. See more Lululemon deals.
Madewell: Educators get a 15% teacher discount that can be used when shopping online or in-store. They can get the discount by signing up for Madewell Insider and verifying their status. See more Madewell deals.
Puma: Enjoy Puma’s 10% teacher discount via ID.me and shop for accessories, casual apparel, and sportswear. See more Puma deals.
Reebok: At Reebok, teachers get a 40% discount. To check for eligibility, you have to verify first with ID.me. See more Reebok deals.
Rothy’s: To get Rothy’s 20% teacher discount—valid on selected footwear—you need to visit its website and confirm your eligibility via SheerID. See more Rothys deals.
Saucony: Saucony offers 20% off orders for teachers after joining their exclusive Saucony VIP program. See more Saucony deals.
South Moon Under:Enjoy South Moon Under’s 10% teacher discount on full-priced items when you confirm your eligibility via SheerID. This offer is no longer available. See more South Moon Under deals.
Tommy John: K-12 teachers and college faculty can verify their status through SheerID to qualify for Tommy John’s 20% teacher discount. See more Tommy John deals.
Ugg: Ugg offers 10% off on full-priced styles. To receive the discount, you must verify your status through SheerID. See more Ugg deals and coupons.
Vera Bradley: Enjoy a 15% teacher discount from Vera Bradley. To receive the discount, you first need to verify your eligibility via ID.me. See more Vera Bradley deals.
Vineyard Vines: To show its appreciation for teachers, Vineyard Vines is offering a 15% teacher discount that is available for all orders. To qualify, you must first check for your eligibility on its website via SheerID. See more Vineyard Vines deals.
23andMe: Teachers can enjoy special prices on select services: Ancestry + Traits Service for only $79 and Health + Ancestry Service for only $99. See more 23andMe deals.
Headspace: Headspace is offering free access to its platform to all K-12 teachers, school administrators, and faculty members. See more Headspace deals.
Peloton: Eligible educators can save up to $200 on accessories or accessory packages with the purchase of a Peloton Bike, Bike+, or Tread. See more Peloton deals.
Home and Furniture Discounts for Teachers
Big Blanket: Teachers can save $40 on their entire order. To receive the discount, they must verify their teacher status through VerifyPass. See more Big Blanket deals.
Casper: Get 20% off on select mattresses once you confirm your teacher status via ID.me. Offer valid until December 31, 2023. See more Casper deals.
GelPro: GelPro offers a 25% discount for educators via SheerID for their online purchases throughout the year. You can buy mats and rugs in various colors and styles. See more GelPro deals.
Home Depot: As a way of showing its gratitude to teachers, Home Depot offers tax-exempt purchases for teachers, no code required. This offer is only applicable to educators employed in public schools and is only available online. See more Home Depot deals.
Lovesac: Make your home look extra cozy, and have everything you need at discounted rates when you shop at Lovesac. Now you can save an extra 5% via SheerID. See more Lovesac deals.
Leatherman: Leatherman offers 40% off on multi-tools. To receive the discount, you must verify your teacher status through SheerID. See more Leatherman deals.
Purple:Save 10% on Purple mattresses once you confirm your teacher status via SheerID. See more Purple deals.
World Market: K-12 teachers can get 15% off, plus free shipping on orders over $49 after verifying their status via SheerID. See more World Market deals.
Museums and Parks Discounts for Teachers
Adler Planetarium: All pre-k-12 teachers from Illinois can receive a free Museum Entry at the Adler Planetarium. You have to show proper identification at the box office to qualify for this offer.
Colonial Williamsburg: Colonial Williamsburg offers a 25% teacher discount on an annual pass. The discount is valid at on-site ticketing offices once you confirm your educator status with a valid ID.
Crayola Experience: K-12 teachers can enjoy a free annual pass. To qualify, you need to present a current teaching certificate and a photo ID at the admissions counter. See more Crayola Experience deals.
Field Museum in Chicago: Pre K-12 teachers can get free admission to the museum. To enjoy basic admission, teachers should present their employee ID upon purchasing tickets. See more Field Museum in Chicago deals.
Legoland: All PreK-12 teachers from Florida can get a free standard Teacher Pass. To receive this offer, you must show a valid FDOE Professional or Temporary Certificate, a recent pay stub, and a valid photo ID. See more Legoland deals.
Kennedy Space Center: All active teachers from Florida, Georgia, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands can enjoy free access to the Visitor Complex with the Educator Study Pass.
Sesame Place: All K-12 teachers from PA, NY, NJ, and DE can get a free Teacher Pass. This pass allows you to get unlimited park admission until January 7, 2024. To qualify, you must register online and present the voucher at Guest Relations in the park. See more Sesame Place deals.
Caesars: Get up to 35% off teacher discount on select hotel stays. The total discount includes the current sale promotion plus the 10% ID.me verification discount. See more Caesars deals.
Contiki: Contiki’s exclusive phone offer lets teachers save $75 dollars on any 7+ days trip when they mention “teacher” over the phone to redeem. See more Contiki deals.
Dollar Flight Club: The DFC offers 75% off Premium Account, for teachers and students, allowing you to save up to hundreds of dollars on your next adventure. See more Dollar Flight Club deals.
Marriott: To show its appreciation for educators, Marriott is offering up to 40% off for teachers. See more Marriott offers.
Radisson: Educators get 10% off stays plus a room upgrade at check-in. See more Radisson deals.
Ripley’s Aquarium: All school employees can get free admission to Ripley’s Aquarium during appreciation days. To receive the discount, you must provide a current pay stub from an educational institution and a valid photo ID. See more Ripley’s Aquarium deals.
Swan and Dolphin: Teachers can save up to 25% when booking a room at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort. To qualify for this offer, you must provide a valid teacher ID.
Theatre Development Fund: Get a discount of up to 70% off from TDF. To qualify, you must be a full-time teacher or school faculty member. Retirees, those who are no longer working and are 62 years old and above, are also eligible for this offer. See more Theatre Development Fund deals.
Topgolf: Topgolf offers special discounts for teachers: 10% off Topgolf gameplay, 20% off on select Platinum Memberships, and 10% off on event gameplay and/or room rental when you book an event with a Topgolf Sales Associate. The discounts are not valid online. See more Topgolf deals.
Ableton: Are you looking for software to create music? Ableton offers 40% off Live Standard or Suite for teachers and students after verifying their educational status. See more Ableton deals.
Adafruit: Receive a teacher discount of up to 10% on electronics from Adafruit. It also has volume discounts and other special offers for educators. See more Adafruit offers.
Adobe: Educators of accredited schools can enjoy over 60% off from Adobe on its Creative Cloud for Education program. The eligibility process requires uploading valid academic documents. See more Adobe deals and coupons.
Apple: Apple has special prices for Mac or iPad for educators and university students via its Apple education pricing. See more Apple deals.
AT&T: To show its appreciation for educators, AT&T is offering 25% off all its unlimited wireless plans for teachers and their families. You can start saving in just three easy steps: check your eligibility, submit your proof of eligibility, and select the plan that suits your needs best. See more AT&T deals.
B&H: Get special teacher discounts on select laptops, DSLR cameras, videography gear, and many more by joining the EDU Advantage Discount Program. To receive the discounts, you must verify your educator status via UNiDAYS. See more B&H deals.
Cove Security: To thank educators, Cove Security is offering a generous deal. For $150, you’ll get up to $475 worth of security equipment, six months of professional monitoring, and a 60-day risk-free trial. See more Cove Security deals.
Cyberlink: Shop at Cyberlink, and receive a 40% teacher and student discount. Uploading proof of eligibility is required to buy various software for Windows or Mac at discounted rates. See more Cyberlink deals.
HELM: Get 40% off the HELM line of audio products for frontline heroes, including teachers. To receive this discount, you must verify your eligibility with ID.me.
HDRsoft: HDRsoft is rolling out a discount of 60% off its Photomatix Pro or Photomatix Pros Plus Bundle License for teachers. See more HDRsoft deals.
HP: Use your school-issued email address, and enjoy an extra 10% off on refurbished products for teachers when you shop at HP. See more HP deals and coupons.
UltraEdit: Teachers and students can receive 50% off on all IDM products and All-Access subscriptions. See more UltraEdit deals.
Ring: Teachers may get an exclusive 20% discount from Ring for eligible products. This offer is no longer available. See more Ring deals.
Samsung: You can save up to 30% on laptops, smartphones, and other items. To qualify for discounts, you need to verify your identity first during your purchase. Save more Samsung deals.
Sennheiser: Teachers are eligible for a 30% discount from Sennheiser—no promo code required—on selected premium headphones. See more Sennheiser deals.
Studica: Schools and students can enjoy education discounts on top software titles from major brands, such as Multisim from NI, IBM SPSS, Rhino from Robert McNeel, and many more. See more Studica deals.
T-Mobile: Sign up to T-Mobile Work Perks to access education discounts. Now, you can get 15% off Magenta MAX when you activate a new voice line on Magenta MAX. The deals are valid for employees of eligible schools. See more T-Mobile deals.
Targus: Eligible teachers (primary, secondary, and post-secondary level) can receive a 25% discount from Targus when shopping for backpacks, laptop bags, iPad cases, and more. See more Targus coupons and deals.
Sixt: Teachers and school employees are eligible to receive a 25% teacher discount from Sixt for its car rentals in US. See more Sixt deals.
Teacher Discounts on Vision or Eyewear
Contacts Direct: Aside from getting a 15% discount on all contact lenses, teachers can also get free shipping from Contacts Direct. To see if you’re qualified, you need to verify your eligibility via ID.me. See more Contacts Direct deals.
Eyeconic: Teachers and students can use the code EDU10 to get 10% off glasses. This code is no longer available. See more Eyeconic deals.
Sunglass Hut: Teachers can get a 15% discount from Sunglass Hut via ID.me. Those qualified for the discount include state-licensed or certified instructors who work in public or private secondary schools, universities, or colleges. See more Sunglass Hut deals.
Food & Restaurant Discounts for Teachers
Enfamil: Enfamil offers professional discounts for teachers, giving them 10% off their Enfamil shop purchases. See more Enfamil deals.
Home Chef: Enjoy 50% off your first purchase and 10% off your next orders. To qualify for the offer, you must confirm your teacher status via ID.me. See more Home Chef deals.
Medieval Times: Get up to 30% off on adult and child tickets with code TEACH21. The discount is valid for shows through June 30, 2021, and you must show a valid teacher ID at the door. See more Medieval Times deals.
Texas de Brazil: To thank teachers, Texas de Brazil is offering a 15% discount on dinner and lunch prices. You must present your teacher ID to receive the discount. See more Texas de Brazil offers.
Insurance Discounts for Teachers
GEICO: GEICO offers special discounts on its insurance rates to members of selected educational organizations. To see the eligible organizations, check out its website. See more GEICO deals.
Liberty Mutual Insurance: LMI offers special discounts for teachers’ auto insurance. It also offers customized car insurance coverage for teachers. See more Liberty Mutual Insurance deals.
Kendra Scott: Kendra Scott offers a 15% teacher discount on qualified in-store orders. To redeem the discount, you have to present a valid photo ID. See more Kendra Scott deals.
Other Teacher Discounts
Colorescience: Colorescience offers a special 15% discount on all skincare products once you confirm your teacher status via ID.me. See more Colorescience deals and coupons.
Christopher & Banks: Enjoy an extra 20% teacher discount, plus earn 2500 points when you book a stylist appointment. This offer is valid in-store only after showing your teacher ID. See more Christopher & Banks deals.
New York Times: Educators can get an exclusive discount of up to 50% off on New York Times subscriptions. This offer is no longer available. See more New York Times deals.
Quizlet: Teachers can get 30% off on Quizlet Teacher annual subscription, plus a one-month free trial when they first sign up.
Wall Street Journal: Enjoy exclusive offers for teachers when you sign up for a WSJ membership. WSJ offers access to exclusive events, complimentary ebooks, unlimited site and app access, and curated WSJ newsletters. See more Wall Street Journal deals.
Teacher Discounts FAQs
When Is the Best Time to Get Teacher Discounts?
One of the best times for teachers to enjoy teacher discounts is during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 8 – 12, 2023) and Back to School (mid July – early September). During this time, many brands under different categories showcase various offers for educators, from discounts on school supplies to various rewards programs.
How to Qualify for Teacher Discounts?
To qualify for teacher discounts, educators should have a valid school ID or proof of certification. Some offers may also require teachers to be a member of a teacher union or the National Education Association (NEA). Moreover, NEA members can have access to the NEA Member Benefits, which provides membership discounts and perks through its partnerships with various brands.
Note that eligibility may change depending on where you shop. However, most of these offers can be redeemed by faculty members, whether they’re kindergarten teachers or college professors.