Connecticut Teachers' Retirement Board

Annual Statements have been sent for all active teachers as of January 14th. Annual Statements do not reflect service purchases completed AFTER June 2025. If you need to request a duplicate copy of your Annual Statement prior to February 2nd please contact your employing district. Inactive and State employed TRB members will receive their statements in February. The Annual Statement Center can be used to alert TRB of possible errors on your statement. Duplicate statements for the 2024-25 year will be added to the Annual Statement Center on February 2nd 2026.

FAQs for Active/Inactive Teachers

What is the difference between an Employee and an Independent Contractor?

To answer this question, the relationship of the worker and the employer must be examined. An independent contractor is retained in a position that does not require certification (or in the case of a State of Connecticut College/University is not a member of the professional staff).  Independent Contractors generally use their own work methods, are usually paid a flat fee and often advertise and maintain a viable business location.  There is no withholding from wages for an independent contractor (Income Taxes, SS/Medicare Taxes, Unemployment Taxes).  For further information on this topic, obtain the Employee or Independent Contractor bulletin.