How do I verify my status?
- Target app – Go to the My Target tab, tap Settings (wheel icon) in the top right corner, and select Teacher verification under the Your discounts section. This is where you can enter your information and submit the verification form.
- Target.com – Log in to your account and select Account from the dropdown under the “Hi” greeting. Select Settings in your Target account and then select Verify status in the Discounts section, then select Verify status in the Teacher section. This is where you can enter your information and submit the verification form.
Who is eligible for Target’s teacher discount?
- First, you must be a Target Circle™ member. The following individuals are eligible for a teacher discount:
- Teachers, staff, and faculty employed by K-12 schools and colleges/universities in the United States
- Daycare center and early childhood learning center teachers
- Home school teachers
What documentation is accepted?
- Your school-issued document must show:
- First and last name
- School name
- Date in the current academic year
Acceptable examples include:
- Teacher ID card with valid date
- Pay stub from within last 90 days
Note: If the organization shown in your paystub doesn't match your school’s name, you may be asked to upload new documentation. The new proof must match to show the paystub organization and school are connected.
Why wasn’t I verified right away?
- Your verification may not have been successful due to common issues such as using a nickname or a typo when entering information. Please review all your information to ensure it was entered correctly and as shown on your official documents.
- Common issues may include:
- Difference in name as it appears on documents. For example, official documents list the first name as "Jamie" but "Jay" is submitted on the verification form.
- General typos (Ex. Entered wrong birth year)
How will my personal information be used?
- Information entered will be used for verification purposes, for Target Circle benefits and in accordance with Target’s privacy policy. To verify your eligibility, Target partners with SheerID, a nationally-recognized eligibility verification service. SheerID will not rent or sell your information.
Why haven’t I received my discount?
- Your Target Circle Bonus will appear in your account when there is a live campaign taking place. Please allow up to 1 hour after you successfully verify as a teacher.
- If your bonus still doesn’t appear, please check your account to make sure your verification was successful.
- If you’re having trouble verifying via SheerID, please visit their help center.
- If you’re verified, enrolled in Target Circle and still can’t locate your bonus, please reach out to Target’s Help Center.