General Information - Most
certificated employees contribute to the California State Teachers’
Retirement System (CalSTRS). Retirement information is available
from CalSTRS at (calstrs.com). For information specific to LAUSD
employees, refer to the District issued Reference Guide, (REF-1450.2)
California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS) Information
District-Hosted
Pre-Retirement Workshops - Approximately 30
pre-retirement
workshops are conducted at different LAUSD school
locations throughout
the school year. These workshops are presented by CalSTRS counselors.
Employees are encouraged to attend at least one pre-retirement workshop
at some time in their career. This is especially important for those
employees anticipating retirement in the next 2-3 years and those approaching
their 55th birthday. Schedules for pre-retirement seminars are publicized
each fall.
Presentations by CalSTRS counselors
include an explanation of how the retirement allowance is calculated,
beneficiary options,
filing information,
and updates on legislation. Click to access
the CalSTRS Workshop Schedule.
Individual Counseling Sessions -
Individual counseling sessions (including printed estimates of monthly
allowance) are strongly recommended and available by appointment at six
locations throughout the county.
Appointments are particularly important
for members who are:
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Nearing retirement
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Considering the designation or change to a pre-retirement option starting
at age 55 and older
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Interested in the implications
of proposed or newly chaptered legislation
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Contemplating a redeposit
of previously withdrawn funds
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Diagnosed with a medical condition
anticipated to last for at least 12 continuous months that may
qualify for an application
for a CalSTRS disability benefit
Appointments may be requested by telephoning
the CalSTRS office at the Los Angeles County Office of Education, at (562)
922-6838 or (562) 922-6414.
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