How to Add a Teacher Discount to Target

Target offers a discount program for educators, providing savings on various items to support their classrooms and personal needs. This initiative is designed to recognize the contributions of teachers across different educational settings. The discount is available during specific promotional periods, such as the annual Teacher Prep Event.

Verifying Teacher Status

To access the Target teacher discount, individuals must first be a Target Circle member and verify their educator status. Eligibility extends broadly to include teachers, staff, and faculty employed by K-12 schools and colleges/universities in the United States. Daycare center and early childhood learning center teachers, along with home school teachers, are also included in the program.

The verification process can be initiated through the Target app or Target.com. On the app, navigate to the “My Target” tab, select the settings icon, then choose “Teacher verification” under “Your discounts.” On Target.com, log into your account, select “Account,” then “Settings,” and proceed to “Verify status” within the “Discounts” section.

You will need to provide your first and last name, school name, and a school-issued document from the current academic year. Accepted documents include a valid teacher ID card or a pay stub from within the last 90 days. Target utilizes third-party verification services to confirm educator credentials.

Applying the Discount Online

Once teacher status is verified, the discount appears as an exclusive offer within your Target Circle account. This offer is a one-time use coupon, available during the Teacher Prep Event. To utilize the discount for online purchases, ensure the offer has been saved to your Target Circle account.

During online checkout on Target.com, the discount is automatically applied to eligible items once the saved offer is active. Plan your shopping trip to maximize the benefit of this one-time offer. This allows you to consolidate purchases and apply the discount to a larger selection of qualifying products.

Using the Discount In-Store

For in-store purchases, the verified teacher discount is accessed and applied through the Target app. After your status is confirmed and the offer is available in your Target Circle account, it can be found within the app’s “Wallet” section. When checking out at a Target store, present the Target Circle barcode from your app to the cashier for scanning. This action will apply the one-time use discount to your eligible purchase.