Teachers Can Get 60% Off a Sam's Club Membership Through Aug. 17

If you have the space to store bulk essentials, a warehouse club membership can help you save money on everyday expenses. Sam's Club is one popular warehouse club option to consider if there's a location near your home. To shop at Sam's Club, you must pay a yearly membership fee. Teachers looking to get a deal on classroom supplies, snacks for lunches, and other everyday finds can get a deal on a Sam's Club membership when they join through Aug. 17.

The cost of joining Sam's Club

Like other warehouse clubs, you'll need an active membership to shop at Sam's Club. The cost to join depends on the membership you invest in. Sam's Club offers two memberships. Here's a breakdown of the annual cost of each Sam's Club membership by type:

• Club membership: $50
• Plus membership: $110

For many shoppers, the cheaper Club membership will meet their needs. But if you want added benefits like free curbside pickup and early shopping hours, or want to earn rewards on eligible spending, the pricier Plus membership may be a better fit.

Teachers can join Sam's Club for $20 for a limited time

Now is an excellent time to join Sam's Club if you're an educator. The warehouse club is offering a discount of 60% to eligible teachers who purchase a Club membership through Aug. 17. Instead of paying $50 for a membership, you'll pay only $20. Keep in mind that your membership will auto-renew at the end of the year at the regular membership price unless you cancel it or turn off auto-renewal once you join.

This discounted membership offer is available to U.S. teachers who verify their eligibility through ID.me, a service that many companies use to verify the identity of customers. This deal is not available to current Sam's Club members, membership renewals, Walmart and Sam's Club associates, or those who were Sam's Club members less than six months before joining.

In today's expensive world, saving $30 is a big deal. With this deal, you can save money on your membership and get members-only deals on essentials as you prepare for the upcoming school year. Not sure what to do with the $30 saved on membership fees? Stashing $30 in your high-yield savings account is an easy way to boost your emergency fund savings.

Teachers can save big on these items

Sam's Club sells many things, including groceries, household goods, beauty products, clothes, pet supplies, and electronics. As a teacher, this can be a good place to do your shopping if you want to avoid overspending. Here are a few essentials that you can add to your Sam's Club shopping cart once you have a membership:

• Pens and pencils
• Dry erase markers
• Sticky notes
• Disinfectant wipes
• Notebooks
• Organizational furniture

Whether stocking up on classroom supplies or personal items for your household, you can keep more money in your checking account by shopping deals at Sam's Club. Every little bit saved can add up and make a difference in improving your personal finances.

Not sure if a Sam's Club membership is worth it? You may be unaware of some of the little-known perks of a Sam's Club membership -- there are many benefits to joining. If you're unsure whether to join, check out the Sam's Club website to get a feel for the products available and consider your finances and shopping habits to decide if a membership fits your budget.