Eric Combs, Olney, 2020 Teacher of the Year

Susan Converse, Edwardsville, 2019 Teacher of the Year

Lindsey Jensen, Dwight, 2018 Teacher of the Year

Kim Thomas, Peoria, 2016 Teacher of the Year

Steve Elza, Palatine, 2015 Teacher of the Year

Brian Curtin, Schaumburg, 2013 Teacher of the Year

Kevin Rutter, Chicago, 2010 Teacher of the Year

Ruth Meissen, Loves Park, 2008 Teacher of the Year

Jennifer Leban, Elmhurst, 2020 Teacher of the Year Finalist

Maggie Moore, Rockton, 2020 Teacher of the Year Finalist

Rick Coppola, Chicago, 2019 Teacher of the Illinois Finalist

Sara Magnafichi, Elk Grove Village, 2019 Teacher of the Year Finalist