Juan's first language is Spanish so he understand the subtleties and embarrassment of trying to learn a new language in the classroom. He's a rare teacher who realizes that learning and teaching is a mutual experience. His relaxed style adds to the casual atmosphere he creates in his classrooms and has a talent for getting his students to participate which is truly the only way for anyone to learn any subject especially a new language.” David Gaudette, Special Assistant to the President at CUNY.