FES-UA Tutoring in Jacksonville, Florida
Special needs tutoring for Jacksonville families using the Step Up For Students scholarship. We're an approved provider — direct pay, no reimbursement wait.
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Jacksonville families can use FES-UA funding with us — we're a Step Up approved provider. As the largest city by land area in the continental U.S., Duval County serves diverse communities including many military families. We handle EMA billing directly; you focus on your child.
FES-UA Tutoring for Jacksonville Families
Jacksonville is the largest city in the contiguous United States by land area, and Duval County Public Schools reflects that scale — over 130,000 students across an enormous geographic footprint that spans urban, suburban, and rural communities. Jacksonville is also home to a major military presence: Naval Air Station Jacksonville and Naval Station Mayport serve thousands of military families, many of whom are navigating special education services for children who've moved multiple times and had IEPs reassessed in state after state.
Military families in Jacksonville face a specific challenge: IEPs don't always transfer cleanly between states, and frequent moves can interrupt the continuity of special education services. Our online tutoring model is built for mobile families — consistent specialists who stay with your child regardless of where you're stationed next, using evidence-based methods that aren't tied to one state's standards. We've supported military families through PCS moves and provided continuity that the school system simply can't guarantee.
Jacksonville FES-UA families, including military families, can access our services with no out-of-pocket cost. We're an approved direct-pay provider through Step Up For Students. Book your free consultation today.
🏫 Duval County Public Schools & Special Ed
- District: Duval County Public Schools
- Students: ~130,000 enrolled across the largest city by land area in the continental U.S.
- Special Ed Program: ESE services — autism programs, SLD, speech-language, intellectual disabilities, emotional/behavioral disorders
- Notable: Jacksonville has two major naval installations; military families represent a significant ESE population with unique IEP continuity challenges across frequent moves
- Our Edge: Military family experience, IEP transition support across state lines, consistent specialist regardless of PCS location, online delivery
💰 FES-UA Funding in Duval County for 2025-26
Florida calculates FES-UA awards by county, grade band, and matrix level. For Jacksonville families in Duval County, the 2025-26 amounts are:
| Matrix Level | K-3 | 4-8 | 9-12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 251-253 (Mild to Moderate) | $10,405 | $9,820 | $9,667 |
| 254 (Substantial) | $21,848 | ||
| 255 (Intensive) | $35,154 | ||
These amounts are set by the State of Florida and updated annually.
Source: Step Up For Students 2025-26 FES-UA Scholarship Award Amounts by District
For a Jacksonville elementary student at matrix level 251-253, that's approximately $10,400/year — enough to cover 2+ hours of weekly tutoring throughout the school year at typical rates.
Our Services
Autism Tutoring
Academic support designed around your child's learning style and sensory needs.
Dyslexia Tutoring
Structured literacy using Orton-Gillingham and other evidence-based methods.
ADHD Tutoring
Strategies that work with your child's brain, building focus and organization.
Math Tutoring
Patient, clear instruction for students who struggle with math concepts.
Reading Tutoring
Phonics, fluency, and comprehension support for struggling readers.
Executive Function
Help with planning, time management, and organization skills.
How Step Up Works with Us
Schedule your free consultation
Tell us about your child and what you're hoping to accomplish.
We match you with the right tutor
A specialist who has experience with your child's specific needs.
Find us on EMA and start sessions
We bill Step Up directly through Find Providers. No out-of-pocket cost for you.
Jacksonville FES-UA Questions
Do you have tutors who understand military family challenges in Jacksonville?
Yes. Jacksonville is home to Naval Air Station Jacksonville and Naval Station Mayport, and we work with many military families navigating IEP transfers between states. Our online tutoring model means your child keeps the same tutor even during PCS moves, providing continuity that school systems can't guarantee.
How does Duval County's FES-UA funding compare to other Florida counties?
Duval County's 2025-26 FES-UA awards are close to the state average. For a K-3 student at matrix level 251-253, Jacksonville families receive $10,405 annually — enough for approximately 2 hours of weekly tutoring throughout the school year.
Can you help with IEP transitions when we move to or from Jacksonville?
Absolutely. IEPs don't transfer cleanly between states, and military families often face re-evaluation delays when they arrive in Florida. We maintain consistent tutoring support during these transitions, ensuring your child doesn't lose academic momentum while the new IEP process works itself out.
About the FES-UA Program
What is the FES-UA scholarship?
The Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (FES-UA) is Florida's education savings account program for students with disabilities. It provides funding for private school tuition, tutoring, therapy, curriculum, and other approved educational services. The program is administered by Step Up For Students, a nonprofit organization — not a state agency.
What diagnoses qualify for FES-UA?
FES-UA covers students ages 3 through grade 12 (or age 22) with autism spectrum disorder, specific learning disabilities (dyslexia, dyscalculia), ADHD, speech/language impairments, intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, emotional/behavioral disabilities, orthopedic impairments, and many other qualifying conditions. If your child has an IEP or a documented diagnosis from a licensed physician or psychologist, they may qualify.
How does Step Up's direct-pay system work for tutoring?
When you work with an approved provider like us, we bill Step Up For Students directly through the EMA (Education Market Assistant) platform. You never pay out of pocket and never wait for reimbursement. We handle all the billing — you just focus on your child's sessions.
What's the difference between FES-UA and FES-EO?
FES-UA (Unique Abilities) is specifically for students with disabilities and typically provides higher funding amounts. FES-EO (Education Options) is income-based and available to a broader population. Both allow tutoring as an approved expense, but FES-UA families generally receive larger awards based on their child's matrix level (support needs).
Can I use FES-UA for online tutoring?
Yes. Online tutoring from approved providers is a fully qualifying expense under FES-UA. All of our sessions are delivered online, which means you have access to specialized tutors regardless of where you live in Florida.
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