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Teacher Expenses vs Self-Employment Expenses

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2023 was my first year of full (12-months) of retirement as a public school teacher.  I receive a pension and social security benefits.  However, I also have a side gig as a part-time online teacher for a private company.  In January I purchased my own computer. Where do I enter this expense. . . as a 'Teacher Educator' Expense or as a 'Job-Related Expense?

Best answer by MayaD

 If you are classified as an employee, you can't deduct the cost(s) of your work computer as job related expenses. 

If you're a teacher, instructor, counselor, aide, or principal that works at least 900 hours in a school that provides K–12 education, you can deduct up to $300 in unreimbursed expenses for books, supplies, and equipment used in the classroom.

 

If you are considered independent contractor, you will report your Income and expenses on Schedule C. 

Where do I enter Schedule C?

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MayaDAnswer
February 28, 2024

 If you are classified as an employee, you can't deduct the cost(s) of your work computer as job related expenses. 

If you're a teacher, instructor, counselor, aide, or principal that works at least 900 hours in a school that provides K–12 education, you can deduct up to $300 in unreimbursed expenses for books, supplies, and equipment used in the classroom.

 

If you are considered independent contractor, you will report your Income and expenses on Schedule C. 

Where do I enter Schedule C?

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ShadoobeeAuthor
February 28, 2024

I am an independent contractor so I will enter on Schedule C.  

 

Thank you!

February 28, 2024

That's correct.  

You are welcome!

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