Every tool, explained step by step
A complete walkthrough of every feature and AI capability in SpecialEd AI. Tap any feature to reveal an interactive, step-by-step guide — check off each step as you go.
New here? Start with the Welcome GuideSet up Spark in about 5 minutes
Five steps to go from a blank app to a working classroom system — click any step's button to jump straight in.
Add your students
Go to Students and click '+ Add Student'. Fill in each learner's diagnosis, communication style, sensory needs, triggers, and reinforcers — the richer the profile, the better every AI feature works.
Go to StudentsSet IEP goals
Open a student's profile, go to the 'IEP Goals' tab, and click 'Add Goal'. Pick a category and a target percentage — mastery rates will update automatically as you log data.
Open a profileLog data with Quick Log
Use the Quick Log button on any student's page to log IEP progress (independent / prompted / unable) or a behavior incident (trigger → behavior → intervention) in seconds.
Log behaviorAsk Dr. Brooks
Select a student in the AI Assistant and ask for redirection strategies, six differentiated lesson versions, or a ready-to-teach activity — all grounded in that student's profile.
Open AI AssistantKeep families in the loop
Generate a warm, AI-written parent update from the day's data, then send it straight to a parent's phone by text once your Twilio number is connected.
Parent UpdatesStuck or have a question about anything above? Ask Specialis, your AI app assistant — it knows every feature and can walk you through any part of the app. Tap the floating chat button on any screen, or open the Support page.
Ask Specialis