FES-UA Tutoring in Miami, Florida
Special needs tutoring for Miami families using the Step Up For Students scholarship. We're an approved provider — direct pay, no reimbursement wait.
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Miami families can use their FES-UA scholarship with us — direct pay through Step Up's EMA platform. Miami-Dade is the fourth-largest district in the U.S. Our certified special education tutors specialize in autism, dyslexia, and ADHD. No out-of-pocket cost.
FES-UA Tutoring for Miami Families
Miami is one of the most linguistically diverse cities in the United States, and that complexity extends to special education. Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) — the fourth-largest district in the country with over 335,000 students — serves a student body where more than 60% speak a language other than English at home. For families navigating a child's learning differences, finding a tutor who understands both the academic and language needs of their child isn't easy.
Our tutoring sessions are conducted in English, and our tutors are trained to work with children whose ELL status intersects with an autism diagnosis, specific learning disability, or ADHD — using structured, visual instruction that supports language learners. We work alongside MDCPS Exceptional Student Education (ESE) programs, understanding the IEP process, Miami's ESE continuum of services, and how to reinforce what your child's school team is already doing.
As an approved Step Up For Students provider, we bill directly through EMA's Find Providers — no out-of-pocket cost, no reimbursement wait. Miami families can schedule sessions entirely online, eliminating I-95 traffic from the equation entirely.
💰 FES-UA Funding in Miami-Dade County for 2026-27
Florida calculates FES-UA awards by county, grade band, and matrix level. For Miami families in Miami-Dade County, the 2026-27 amounts are:
| Matrix Level | K-3 | 4-8 | 9-12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 251-253 (Mild to Moderate) | $10,909 | $10,304 | $10,106 |
| 254 (Substantial) | $22,361 | ||
| 255 (Intensive) | $35,884 | ||
Source: Step Up For Students 2026-27 FES-UA Scholarship Award Amounts
🏫 Miami-Dade County Public Schools & Special Ed
- District: Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) — 4th largest in the U.S.
- Students: ~335,000 enrolled; 60%+ English Language Learners
- Special Ed Program: Exceptional Student Education (ESE) — offers autism spectrum, specific learning disabilities, speech-language, and intellectual disability support
- Notable: Miami-Dade ESE has dedicated Autism Programs, District Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) support teams, and bilingual ESE services for Spanish-speaking families
- Our Edge: ELL + learning disability expertise, structured visual instruction, IEP alignment with MDCPS ESE teams
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.
Miami FES-UA Questions
What if our family speaks Spanish at home?
Our tutoring sessions are conducted in English. Many bilingual families work with us successfully — sessions focus on structured, visual instruction, and we're happy to coordinate with parents however communication works best.
How much FES-UA funding do Miami families receive?
Miami-Dade County's 2026-27 FES-UA amounts: K-3 students at matrix level 251-253 receive $10,909 annually. Higher support needs (matrix 254-255) qualify for $22,361 to $35,884.
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), speech/language impairments, intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, emotional/behavioral disabilities, orthopedic impairments, and other qualifying conditions (ADHD may qualify under Other Health Impairment). 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 open to all Florida K-12 students, with household income affecting only funding priority. 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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