Our Services
Personalized Support for Every Stage of Learning
EmpowerED provides tutoring, executive functioning coaching, and educational support for children, teens, and adults in Champaign-Urbana. We build on each learner’s strengths, interests, and goals to help them develop skills, confidence, and independence.
Our approach is culturally responsive, neurodiversity-affirming, and centered on relationships. You don’t need a diagnosis or a formal learning plan to get started.
Service Options
Choose one service or combine multiple services.
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Build skills. Grow confidence.
We provide individualized support in reading, writing, and math. Whether a learner is strengthening foundational skills, working through challenging material, or looking for enrichment, we adapt instruction to their needs and goals.
Support may include:
Reading fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension
Writing, spelling, and organizing ideas
Math concepts and problem-solving
Homework support and assignment planning
Study strategies and test preparation
We help learners understand the material, practice useful strategies, and recognize their progress.
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Make everyday learning feel more manageable.
Knowing what to do and being able to get started are different skills. Our coaching helps learners develop practical tools for managing school, work, and daily responsibilities.
We work on:
Starting tasks and following through
Organizing materials and assignments
Planning ahead and managing time
Breaking larger projects into smaller steps
Building routines and setting realistic goals
Finding strategies that fit the learner’s needs
We collaborate with learners to create approaches they can use beyond our sessions.
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Support the person behind the learning.
Learning is connected to how we feel about ourselves and the world around us. We help learners practice skills that support confidence, connection, and participation in everyday learning.
Areas of support include:
Recognizing and communicating emotions
Practicing coping and emotional regulation strategies
Asking for help and expressing needs
Building self-awareness and self-advocacy
Navigating communication and relationships
Working through frustration and setbacks
Our approach respects different ways of communicating, connecting, and participating.
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Learn language through connection and practice.
We support students and adults who are learning Spanish, as well as multilingual learners strengthening their English skills.
Sessions may focus on:
Conversational language and vocabulary
Reading and writing
Grammar and comprehension
Spanish coursework and homework
English language development for school and everyday life
We respect and build on the languages, cultures, and experiences each learner brings.
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Take the next step toward your goals.
Returning to learning can bring both excitement and uncertainty. We offer encouraging, individualized support for adults preparing for the GED or strengthening academic skills.
Support may include:
GED subject review
Reading, writing, and math skill development
Study planning and test-taking strategies
Organization and time management
Building confidence and consistent learning routines
Together, we identify priorities and create a manageable plan for moving forward.
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We help learners and caregivers understand IEPs and 504 plans, explore accommodations, and develop practical strategies to support learning at home.
Support may include:
Reviewing and explaining existing IEPs and 504 plans
Identifying questions and additional accommodations to discuss with the school team
Organizing concerns, goals, and information before school meetings
Developing strategies for learning, routines, and emotional regulation at home
Creating personalized resources, such as visual schedules and coping toolboxes
Helping learners communicate their needs and preferences
Contact us to discuss your questions and the support that would be most helpful for your family.
What Working With Us Looks Like
Start with a Free Consultation
Tell us about the learner’s strengths, interests, challenges, and goals. We’ll discuss your questions and explore which services may be a good fit.
Create an Individualized Plan
Together, we identify priorities and discuss session format, scheduling, and pricing.
Build Skills and Review Progress
Sessions combine instruction, practice, and encouragement. We revisit goals and adjust our approach as needs change.
Session Options & Pricing
In-person support is available in Champaign-Urbana, with virtual options depending on the service and learner’s needs. We’ll discuss available locations and formats during your consultation.
Pricing varies by service and session length. Contact us for current rates and availability.
Let’s Find the Right Support
Whether you’re seeking support for your child or working toward your own learning goals, we’re here to listen and help you explore the next step.