Tacoma Campus
Welcome to the Tacoma Campus of Embrace Learning Institute, a specialized environment providing individualized education and behavioral support for students who thrive best with consistent, one-on-one attention.
The Tacoma program is designed for learners who require higher levels of structure, supervision, and therapeutic support outside of a traditional classroom setting. Our private individual support programs focus on safety, emotional regulation, and skill development through highly personalized instruction and continuous support.
PRIVATE INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT PROGRAMS
Level 1PS — Full Day with 1:1 Private Support (Flexible Location)
This program is designed for students who need intensive, individualized guidance in a consistent, low-stimulation environment.
Ideal for students with:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 1–2 or higher)
- ADHD
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Anxiety
- Psychiatric or emotional disorders
- Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED)
- Demand avoidance behaviors
Program Features:
- Full-day schedule tailored to the student’s needs
- Dedicated 1:1 support person providing constant supervision and structure
- Flexible learning environment (on-site or community-based, depending on student needs)
- Focus on emotional regulation, communication, academic engagement, and life skills
- Safe, predictable environment with reduced sensory triggers
Students in Level 1PS may not thrive in a classroom setting or when asked to work independently. This program creates space for calm, focused progress at an individualized pace while maintaining safety and consistency.
Level 2PS — Full Day with 2:1 Private Support (Flexible Location)
Level 2PS is the most intensive level of private support at ELI Tacoma, designed for students who require two trained professionals providing continuous supervision for safety and engagement.
Ideal for students with:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 2+ or higher)
- Severe ADHD
- ODD, DMDD, or Conduct Disorder
- Anxiety (moderate to severe)
- Psychiatric or behavioral disorders
- Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED)
- Demand avoidance behaviors
History or risk of elopement, self-harm, property damage, or aggression
Program Features:
- Two dedicated staff members (2:1 ratio) providing supervision and direct support
- Structured, individualized academic and behavioral programming
- Focus on safety, emotional stabilization, and gradual re-engagement in structured activities
- Flexible setting—can be implemented on campus or at an approved off-site location
- Consistency and clear expectations to build trust and support long-term growth
Students in Level 2PS are working on maintaining safety for themselves and others. This program ensures an appropriate level of supervision and individualized care to help them develop coping strategies and self-regulation skills.
OUR APPROACH
The Tacoma campus operates with the belief that every student deserves an environment where they feel safe, understood, and capable of learning. Each student’s program is built collaboratively between educators, behavioral specialists, and families to ensure continuity of care and progress across environments.
Key elements include:
- Individualized education and behavior plans (IEPs or private learning plans)
- Therapeutic and trauma-informed support strategies
- Consistent routines and structure tailored to each student’s regulation needs
- Collaboration with families, therapists, and outside agencies
Compassionate staff trained in de-escalation, crisis prevention, and neurodiversity-informed practices.
