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Private Tutors in Chicago

Find the right fit across 170+ tutors in Chicago and the suburbs

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Children who struggle aren't failing...

They just haven't found the right support for their needs.


Joe Hopper

President, Chicago Home Tutor

School isn’t able to provide enough support?

Don't Let Your Child Fall Farther Behind

  • Learning can become a source of anxiety.

  • Low grades may lead to low self-esteem.

  • Growing frustration and helplessness for parents.

  • Your child might lose curiosity and joy in learning.

  • They may lose their motivation and stop trying.

Every day gone by makes catching up harder.

 

Most Trusted in Chicagoland

Serving Chicago Families Since 2015

Over 1,300 students matched with professional educators

Helping Your Child Catch Up Feels Hard

  • My kid doesn’t listen to me!

  • I don’t know the subject.

  • I have limited teaching skills.

  • I don’t have time to tutor my child.

  • I don’t understand what they are going through.

Parents want to help, but it can be tough.

 

You shouldn't have to figure this out alone.

Real Progress Takes Time

But with the right guidance, things begin to shift

  • Less tension around school and learning.

  • A calmer, more productive routine.

  • Stronger understanding of key concepts.

  • Growing confidence and independence.

  • Steady, visible progress over time.

The Right Support Changes Everything

Watch your child regain confidence and rediscover the joy of learning.

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Experienced Teachers

Your child is guided by professional educators from Chicago-area schools.

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Tailored Lessons

Personalized 1:1 sessions built around your child's strengths and struggles.

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Specialized Support

We support ADHD, dyslexia, autism spectrum, and much more

Clear academic goals for personalized tutoring

Targeted Goals

Based on evaluations, teacher input, observations, and IEPs.

Strong connection between student and tutor to boost motivation

Strong Connection

Tutoring relationships that boost engagement and motivation.

Experienced teachers and strong connection ensures consistent progress

Consistent Progress

Structure that builds confidence while ensuring accountability.

 
 

We Offer The Right Tutor for Every Kind of Learner

Chicago Home Tutor matches your child with the right specialist — so they can feel confident again. Click any of the below buttons to explore further:

Private in-home tutors serving Chicago, the North Shore and all suburbs citywide.

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  • Teaching Certifications
  • Advanced Degrees
  • Classroom Experience
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Learning That Fits Your Life

We make the whole experience easy for your family, so there’s “one less thing to worry about

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In-home Support

No traffic, no rush. Our tutors come to your home, making learning stress-free for parents.

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Flexible Scheduling

Life is busy — we get it. Tutors are available afternoons, evenings, and weekends to fit your life.

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Background Verified

Peace of mind above all. Our tutors are rigorously screened before ever being introduced.

Our in-home tutors in Chicago are background-verified, licensed professional educators.

 

Learning challenges can feel overwhelming

We Make Finding the Right Match Easy as 1, 2, 3

Schedule a consultation with a learning specialist
1) Schedule

Your Consultation

We'll discuss your child's goals, strengths, challenges and family availability.

Find the right tutor for your child
2) We Find

The Right Tutor

Thoughtful matching takes 2–5 days to identify the right specialist for their needs.

Student growth and academic progress
3) Let's Begin

Personalized Support

Your child gains confidence, builds skills and starts to actually enjoy learning again.

 

Chicago Stories of Success

Connecting families with private tutors and licensed specialists since 2015

 
 

Hear From Our Parents

Our tutors are trusted by over 1,300 Chicagoland families

 
 
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Transform Your Child’s Learning Experience

Watch them gain confidence & rediscover joy.

  • One-on-one, personalized tutoring in your home.

  • Professional educators trained in diverse learning needs.

  • Flexible scheduling around your family’s life.

  • Expert guidance tailored to your child's strengths.

Chicago tutoring success stories from families

Don't Let Your Child Fall Farther Behind

Today's struggle can quietly grow into something much bigger.

  • Learning remains a daily frustration—for you and your child.

  • Anxiety around learning becomes the new normal.

  • Failing grades further erode their confidence and self-worth.

  • The joy of learning fades into resistance.

  • Motivation slowly disappears and they just stop trying.

…the longer this continues, the harder it is to catch back up.

 

Did you know?

1 in 5

U.S. children have a learning or thinking difference

Source: National Center for Learning Disabilities

We understand what your child is going through and know how to help.

 

It all begins with a free 20-30 minute phone consultation with our Illinois-licensed Learning Specialist.

This is for families looking for consistent, long-term support—not last-minute fixes.

No pressure
No guesswork
Just clarity
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Frequently Asked Questions

We connect families with experienced educators who personalized, one-on-one instruction in homes and other comfortable learning environments across the Chicagoland area. Our tutors in chicago are certified teachers and specialists who support students in reading, writing, math, science, english and executive functioning — helping them build skills, confidence, and independence.
Yes. Our certified teachers provide instruction in math, reading, writing and science across all Pre-K through 12th grade levels. We also offer Executive Functioning Coaching, homework help and support for homeschooling families. Each lesson is customized to fit your child’s goals, learning style, and curriculum — so progress feels both achievable and lasting.
Most tutoring happens at home — where students feel comfortable and focused. However, we also tutor students in alternate settings such as libraries, schools, or medical environments across Chicago and the Suburbs when needed. Our goal is to provide tutors in the Chicago location that works best for the student’s comfort and success. We serve families across Chicago and the suburbs, including tutoring in neighborhoods the Loop, North Shore, Evanston, Lincoln Park, and the western, southern and northwest suburbs.
After your initial consultation, we take time to carefully review your child’s information and select the right private tutor in chicago. Because we prioritize quality matches and personalized planning, starting sessions typically takes one to two weeks. This ensures a strong foundation and the right fit for long-term progress.
Tutoring is an investment in your child’s confidence and long-term success. Our rates start at $109/hour for in-person / home tutoring or $99/hour for online, reflecting the expertise of our licensed educators and the convenience of tutoring that comes to you. Final pricing depends on your child's specific needs and session frequency. Your free consultation will include a precise quote — with no obligation.
Each family begins with a detailed consultation with our Learning Specialist, to discuss your child's history, personality, and academic needs. Based on this conversation, we carefully review our chicago tutors to find the one best suited to your child’s subject area, grade level, and learning style. This thoughtful process ensures the best possible fit and strong working relationship from day one.
Our tutors are professional educators with classroom experience — not college students or short-term tutors. We use evidence-based methods like Orton-Gillingham and Wilson for reading, and we specialize in developing executive functioning skills. Our goal is not just better grades, but calmer evenings, confident students, and families who feel supported through every step of learning.
We work with a wide range of learners — from general education students who need extra academic support or enrichment, to those with specific learning differences such as ADHD, dyslexia, autism, or executive functioning challenges. Our individualized approach ensures that every child — whether advanced, struggling, or somewhere in between — receives exactly the level of guidance they need.
Supporting students with learning differences is one of our greatest strengths. Our tutors use research-based, multi-sensory methods such as Orton-Gillingham and Wilson tutoring, along with ADHD-focused and Autism-specific strategies. We also teach Executive Functioning skills such as organization, time management, and planning — creating structure, confidence, and success across all subjects.
Absolutely. Many of our tutors are certified special education teachers with extensive experience working with IEPs. We align our instruction with your child’s IEP goals to ensure a coordinated plan that supports their confidence and independence.
Executive functioning refers to the mental skills we use to plan, focus, and complete tasks. Our coaches help students strengthen organization, prioritization, and follow-through — skills especially helpful for children with ADHD or executive functioning deficits. We teach practical tools for goal-setting, time management, and self-regulation that carry over into school, home, and life.
We serve students from Pre-K and Kindergarten tutoring through elementary tutoring, middle school tutoring and high school tutoring. We have specialists for all grades including Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, 6th grade, 7th grade, 8th grade, 9th grade, 10th grade, 11th grade and 12th grade.
Every child learns at their own pace, but many families report a boost in confidence and less resistance to schoolwork within just a few weeks. Measurable academic gains typically emerge after a few months of consistent support.
We provide in-home tutoring across Chicago and the greater Chicagoland area, including neighborhoods such as the Loop, Near North, Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Logan Square and all the way to Evanston and the North Shore, the northwest suburbs, Hyde Park, West Town, Near West Side, Oak Park and the western suburbs all the way west to Naperville. If you're unsure whether we serve your neighborhood, reach out — we likely do.
In-home tutoring brings a private tutor directly to your child in the place where they're most comfortable — your home, local library or other familiar setting. Unlike tutoring centers, there is no commute time, no waiting rooms, and no group sessions. Your child gets undivided one-on-one attention from a licensed teacher who comes to them, works around your schedule, and builds a genuine relationship and accountability over time.
Have more questions? Schedule a free consultation with our on-staff Learning Specialist.