CTA Workshops and Financial Advice

California Teachers Association CTA has a number of workshops for its members. The following list includes some of the opportunities that we can provide for our membership: Leadership Training Programs Celebrating Diversity High Risk Training Gang Intervention Self Esteem Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Youth Child Abuse and Neglect Teen Suicide Personal Leadership Skills Organizational Skills Group Process Skills CTA has introduced new resources at CTAinvest.org to help you make informed decisions regarding your 403(b) or 457 plan, among them four new videos. Spend just a few minutes on each topic and you'll be well on your way to a better understanding of your voluntary retirement contribution options: Finding a Trustworthy Financial Advisor You may want to enlist a professional to help you manage your 403(b) or 457 plan investments. Here are tips to find a good one. The Truth about Variable Annuities Variable annuities can be complicated and often expensive. Watch this video to learn more about how they work and what they cost. The Impact of Fees on Your 403(b) or 457 Plan Fees can take a big bite out of your investments. This video will help you know what to look for. What Educators Need to Know about Social Security Figuring out whether you are eligible for Social Security benefits as a California educator can be tricky. This video will help explain the rules. National Education Association California Commission on Teacher Credentialing California Department of Education California State Teachers Retirement System California Casualty Did you know?... Discounted auto & home insurance through California Casualty and CTA Member Benefits is available to our members?  It is true!  Many of our members are taking advantage of this popular benefit.  If you aren't one of them, call 1-877-686-9765 for a quick rate and coverage comparison.