PRIMARY FUNCTION Responsible for creating a classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth of every student; establish effective rapport with students; provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth; and to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to become a responsible citizen and function successfully in society. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements in student learning styles. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency Board Policies and Administrative Regulations. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP). Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals objectives and methods according to District requirements. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical social and emotional development of students. Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct student handbook and facilities Behavior Enhancement Program. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities. Assist in selection of books equipment and other instructional materials. Keep informed of and comply with state District and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers. Compile maintain and file all reports records and other required documents. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required. Participate in staff development activities to improve job related skills. Perform additional duties and accepts other responsibilities as may be assigned.