The Best 1st grade Tutors in Illinois

Dr. Osako Marie Djemo is a native French Speaker with a Doctorate degree in Business Administration with a specialization in International Business and Management from Argosy University in Chicago. She holds a Master's degree in Economics from the...See Marie's full profile

My named is Carrie. I currently work at a special needs school. I enjoy working with students to make learning fun for them. I like to have fun while teaching, especially math since it can be boring. I'm currently getting my master's in...See Carrie's full profile

My name is Emily and I'm currently an English teacher in Chicago Public Schools. I received my Master's in Education at the University of Pennsylvania in 2023. I also graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor's degree in 2020. I...See Emily's full profile

I graduated from Illinois State University in May of 2013 magna cum laude with a major in Elementary Education. Along with my major, I am endorsed in reading, English, Social Sciences, and mathematics. I student taught in a multi-age 3rd and 4th...See Rebecca's full profile

I am a graduate of Whitworth University with a degree in Elementary Education and a concentration in Special Education and Theatre. I held my teaching license in the states of California, Washington, and Idaho. Though all are currently expired....See Jessica's full profile

While attending McKendree University, I began tutoring my peers in chemistry, physics, and math. After graduating with a Spanish major and math minor, I began working for Mathnasium (and later Sylvan), where I had the opportunity to teach...See Jennifer's full profile

Hello, My name is Ms. Jennifer L. I am an elementary school teacher, who is still very new to the teaching world. I am currently in my second year of teaching first and second grade. I love being in the classroom, and I know this is the ideal...See Jennifer's full profile

I completed my master's in Elementary Education in June 2019 and have my Elementary teaching certification, as well as an ESL and Bilingual Spanish endorsement. I currently work as a 4th grade dual language teacher, but also have experience...See Samantha's full profile

My name is Geri and I'd like to tell you about myself. I am an experienced teacher holding a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in Special Education. I am a certified Learning and Behavior Specialist with additional...See Geri's full profile

My name is John R. I am a UIC graduate and a certified teacher who has taught school for over 25 years and have worked as a tutor for over 20 years. I have mastery of your child's K-6th grade curriculum, as well as, how to effectively improve your...See Johnny's full profile

It might seem strange to say, but I am sort of a tutoring expert. When I was a younger student, I was the annoying kid that usually got the highest grade without studying. Maybe I was accidentally annoying my fellow students, but as your tutor, I...See Warren's full profile

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Criminology from the University of Maryland and have earned several certifications that enhance my teaching capabilities, including Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), TESOL certification, and...See Kali's full profile

Hello! My name is Elizabeth and I would love to tutor your student! I am certified in Elementary Education and I am endorsed to teach special education. After graduation I worked as an Instructional Assistant in special education for four years,...See Elizabeth's full profile

I am a special education teacher in the state of Illinois with 12 years of experience. I am a Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner as well as certified in the Orton-Gillingham approach trained through the Children's Dyslexia Centers. Many of my students...See Iliana's full profile

Hi, my name is Alice, and I tutor students across a wide age range, from children as young as five through college level, adapting my teaching style to meet each learner where they are. I tutor the MCAT as well as a comprehensive range of math and...See Alice's full profile

I am a homeschooling mom of 9 kiddos! Though we are all made different, we have some learning disabilities in our group that has required me to use my college degree in Special Education. I have experience in working with ADHD, ADD and Dyslexia....See Jenny's full profile

Hello! My name is Michelle, and I am currently a certified teacher for grades 6-12 for both Special Education and Social Studies. I received my B.S in Secondary Education and B.A in History from Loyola University Chicago, my masters degree in...See Michelle's full profile

Hello, my name is Joel. I am from Peoria Heights, IL. I have been a substitute school teacher ever since the Spring of 2003. Although I have never held a tutoring position, I have substitute-taught in many classes and feel that I have acquired...See Joel's full profile

I've been blessed to be a medical doctor in Family Practice for nearly twenty years. Currently serving in a part-time position, my time is freed up to pursue this passion I have for teaching and tutoring. The son of a high school teacher...See Matthew's full profile

I am an Illinois state certified elementary teacher (K-8), and hold a Master's Degree in Elementary Education from Roosevelt University in Illinois. I taught fifth grade for six years; this involves teaching all of the core subjects including...See Amy's full profile

*Accepting new students for Summer 2026* Hi, I'm Alyssa. I graduated with my Master of Sciences degree in Communication Disorders and Sciences in 2000. Two years earlier, I graduated summa cum laude with my Bachelor's degree. I hold...See Alyssa's full profile

Hi! My name is Nikki and I am currently stay at home mom with lots of flexibility to help you out! Previously, I taught both junior high teacher and high school students Spanish, math, and language arts. looking to help you out! I am very...See Nikki's full profile

My name is Ms. Emma, and I graduated from Cornell University in 2020 with a degree in Environmental Science, earning Cum Laude honors. Balancing academics, a social life, maintaining physical fitness, and working as a research assistant in a lab...See Emma's full profile

Hello! My name is Gail Katz. I have been involved in education most of my adult life. I began my teaching career as a full-time 5th-grade teacher. I was responsible for assessing each student's math level and placement, as well as teaching...See Gail's full profile

Via tutoring centers, public schools, and Wyzant, I have been tutoring for almost 10 years. I am a Northwestern Univ. Grad with a degree in English/Essay Writing. I also possess a Teaching Certification/Degree from Northeastern. I am an...See Peter's full profile