Differentiating instruction for students academically, culturally, and socially is a key component of multicultural education and academic success of all learners. Teachers who create an environment where diverse learners feel comfortable and safe provide a context for successful learning. Most teachers are employed in communities with diverse populations of students and have received relatively little preparation for working with diverse student populations. Students of diverse backgrounds have been found to experience a greater sense of community, personal growth, and academic achievement by being in classes taught by faculty trained in multicultural education.