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Submit a Local ResourceSome resources that homeschoolers find helpful do not fit neatly into our other categories. They may include resource centers, theraputic services, volunteer opportunities, and more.
Illinois Jobs & Volunteer Opportunities
Our listing of Illinois jobs and volunteer opportunities for homeschoolers is ordered alphabetically by city. If you would like to submit a Illinois co-op or academic resource, you may do so using the red button above.
Dairy QueenAurora, Batavia, Geneva
The local Dairy Queen Stores of Aurora, Batavia, and Geneva are looking for friendly, hard-working, and dedicated individuals to build our team. …
MeijerMultiple Locations
Meijer stores looking for hardworking team members that would like a career with a growing company. Careers are not just in the stores, but across the company; in the corporate office, distribution…
Firehouse Subs WillowbrookWillowbrook
Firehouse Subs is not your ordinary sub shop. We were founded by real firefighters, and our stores are full of hard-working, fun-loving people with a genuine drive for success. We are currently…
Raging Waves WaterparkYorkville
Largest family waterpark in Illinois. Great first job for teens!
Illinois Miscellaneous Resources
Graceful Therapy PLLCAurora and Oswego Illinois
Graceful Therapy offers individual, couple and family therapy to address symptoms of ADHD. Clinicians use interventions such as Play Therapy, Sand-tray therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Brainspotting, Art Therapy, Psychoeducation and more to help reduce the impact of ADHD on you or your loved ones functioning and improve overall mental health.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwestern IllinoisBelleville
Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) provides mentoring to children within the ages of 6 through 14 who live in St. Clair, Madison, Clinton or Monroe counties.
Barnes & Noble Homeschool Educator DiscountCarbondale
All Homeschool families are invited to visit their local Barnes & Noble location to sign up for the FREE Educator Discount Card. Year round, eligible homeschooling resources (books, workbooks, educational games and toys, and more) are 20% off publisher prices! Multiple times throughout the year during Educator Appreciation Days, the discount jumps to 25% off and personal and holiday shopping are encouraged. Appreciation Days are typically the 2nd week in Oct, the first Sat in Dec, the first week in Jan, all weekends in April and all weekends in August - visit or call your local store for details.
The Johnson O'Connor Research Foundation: Aptitude Testing for Career and College Guidance in ChicagoChicago
For over 100 years the nonprofit Johnson O'Connor Research Foundation (JOCRF) has been offering comprehensive career aptitude testing that helps high school students (14+ and up) plan for college and career. Each person's unique combination of aptitudes predicts the types of careers and degree programs they'll thrive in. Using your aptitudes in your work and schooling has been shown to be a key to success and satisfaction. This service offers 6 hours of hands-on, interactive assessments that feel like puzzles or games. Test results are discussed with the family in 60-90 minute consultation appointments (plus a free, second consultation), and all clients receive a 20-page report with their scores and a list of sample careers that would fit their aptitudes. Testing with the Johnson O'Connor Research Foundation is called a best-kept secret for college planning!
Assential Therapies, IncChicago
Assential Therapies Inc is a multidiscipline therapy group. It specializes in Speech, Occupational, and Feeding therapies. They follow a holistic approach to help children and their families grow, learn, and thrive. Some of the areas they can help with are speech and language articulation, aid in transitions, social skills, completion of tasks, and sensory processing. In addition to in person private sessions, Assential Therapies offers telehealth, and group sessions for language development, handwriting, and social skills. They accept the following insurances: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana, PCHS/Multi-Plan, Unified Physician's Network HMO, Health Net/Unicare, HFN Network.
FVBC Resource RoomDundee
This is a free lending library of many resources for homeschool families in the Dundee, IL, area.
Homeschool UnitedIllinois
Homeschool United is an extensive social network for fellow homeschoolers. Discover new friends, activities, and endless enjoyment in our vibrant community. Engaging educational opportunities for everyone. Families can tailor their schedules, blending structured classes with open, creative sessions. This hub becomes a community center for both learning and social activities.
Narrow Gate LearningRockford
At Narrow Gate Learning, our mission is to help parents successfully and efficiently navigate the process of teaching their children high quality reading skills. Through individualized assessments of your children, we work with parents to cultivate custom learning plans that are unique and differentiated for each child in your home. We strive to ease the tension surrounding teaching your child to read by coming along side you and offering practical suggestions that eliminate the need for purchasing a multitude of curriculum and workbooks. Erin is a certified teacher, and current homeschooling mom with 15 years of experience working with and teaching children. During her time in teaching Erin became well versed in a multitude of strategies for helping struggling readers and provided professional development to other teachers. Tiffany is a children’s minister and current homeschool mom with over 10 years of experience working with children. Tiffany has extensive experience in homeschooling methodology and is currently tutoring children and families utilizing the classical model.
