Hi! My name is Michael Lake and I am a full-time Spanish educator. I have taught at the high school level for four years and continue to do so.
I received my Master's Degree in education from the University of Maryland-College Park. I am certified in the Spanish language by both Praxis educator testing and American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL)
I am half puerto-rican on my Mom's side and bring a wealth of cultural knowledge from experiences with my family. I also...
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Michael has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 3 questions submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.
Knowledgeable and patient
It was a great first lesson. He was well prepared with the material. We had technical issues that he knew how to troubleshoot. Hoping for many more with Michael.
Sani, 5 lessons with Michael
My son is really enjoying working with Michael.
Michael and my son really get along and feel inspired by each other. Michael sends back up materials too. We are all happy. And look forward to my son’s improved Spanish language skills. Thank you.
Kathryn, 10 lessons with Michael
Knowledgeable and patient tutor
Michael did a spanish skills test and thoughtfully walked through the different components - what was done well, what could be improved and how. I am looking forward to future lessons.
Tiffany, 3 lessons with Michael
Absolutely Fantastic
Micheal did a great job helping me with my Spanish homework. I will definitely use him again. He was easy to talk to and really explained things well!!! I would recommend Micheal without hesitation.
Samantha, 2 lessons with Michael
Patient, on point with my goals, helpful
Mike and I discussed my goals and my past problems with language classes. He is focused on helping meet my goals. He reminded me today, get down sounds, pronunciation and making sentences. Forget getting the mechanics right - that will come as you speak to more and more native Spanish speakers. Whew, that is a load off my shoulders.
David, 15 lessons with Michael
Patient, on point with my goals, helpful
Mike and I discussed my goals and my past problems with language classes. He is focused on helping meet my goals. He reminded me today, get down sounds, pronunciation and making sentences. Forget getting the mechanics right - that will come as you speak to more and more native Spanish speakers. Whew, that is a load off my shoulders.
David, 15 lessons with Michael
Great & family oriented teacher
Micheal is really helping my daughters to learn Spanish. They feel like he is a family member. Really happy that finally I found a good tutor, who we can trust. Girls really enjoying learning a new language.
Anonymous, 12 lessons with Michael
