Free Online Tutoring — K–12 Illinois

Real students.
Real help.
Online.

IPTA connects K–12 students across Illinois with trained peer tutors — live, online, and completely free. No commutes. No waiting rooms. Just learning.

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Active Tutors
K–12
Grades Served
100%
Online Sessions
Free
Always & For Everyone

Serving students across Illinois, from Chicago to downstate.

Sessions held via
Google Meet Zoom Shared Whiteboard Flexible Scheduling

Built for Illinois students who learn best from someone who has been there.

IPTA pairs K–12 students with high school and undergraduate tutors who recently mastered the same material. Peer tutors remember the confusion, the missed steps, and the moment things clicked — and they meet students exactly where they are, online.

We are a student-led nonprofit serving Illinois. All tutors complete training in online facilitation and evidence-based teaching. Every session is free, every match is intentional, and no student is turned away due to geography or resources.

What We Offer

Three ways
we support you.

Everything happens online — no travel, no scheduling headaches. Pick the format that works for how you learn.

01

One-on-One Sessions

Matched to your exact grade, subject, and availability. Work through homework, test prep, or concept gaps with a dedicated tutor over video call.

02

Small Group Study

Live online sessions for 2–4 students working through the same subject. A tutor guides discussion, answers questions, and keeps the group on track.

03

Drop-In Workshops

Weekly live webinars on high-demand topics: essay structure, algebra, ACT/SAT prep. No sign-up required — just join the link online.

Getting Started

From request to first session in 48 hours.

01

Submit a request

Fill out a short form with your grade level, subject, and availability. Parents can submit on behalf of younger students.

02

Get matched

Our coordinators pair you with a qualified peer tutor within 48 hours based on subject, grade level, and schedule.

03

Meet online

Your tutor sends a video call link. Sessions are 50 minutes, held entirely online — from any device with a browser.

04

Keep going

Continue with the same tutor weekly, request additional subjects, or give feedback to help us improve the match.

Get Involved

Need help? Or ready
to become a tutor?

Email us at info@ipta-il.org
All sessions online — serving all of Illinois
Response within 1–2 business days