Franchise Tax Board

What is the Teacher Retention Credit?

The Teacher Retention Credit has been suspended for 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007. It was reinstated for 2003 after being suspended for the 2002 tax year. For 2003, a California teacher may claim a credit against net tax on wages received for services as a teacher for an amount up to $1,500. Taxpayers should complete form FTB 3505, Teacher Retention Credit, to claim the credit.