Shaun Quinn started teaching at Venta in 1990. Over the years he has taught multi-subjects in grades 7 & 8 as well as senior courses in Geography and Civics. However, Shaun was best known for being the Grade 8 teacher for more than 10 years, until he took the position of Director of Studies two year ago.

Born and raised in Ottawa, Shaun attended Gloucester High School, followed by an undergraduate degree in Geography at the University of Ottawa. He then completed his Masters in Education (Organizational Studies) at the same university.

In addition to supervising the academic programme and making sure the curriculum is delivered according to the Ontario Ministry of Education standards, Shaun organizes the annual ski trip to Stoneham, Quebec and he is the Andrew House staff representative.

Growing up Shaun was an avid athelete - in particular in hockey and lacrosse. He worked as a hockey instructor at Bob Fawcett's Power Hockey School for 7 years . In 1985 he was the Director of a Lacrosse Camp in Huntsville, Ontario. He played Junior hockey in Navan, Junior lacrosse in Gloucester and Senior lacrosse in Huntsville.

Shaun's hobbies include golf, fishing, and spending time with family and friends at the cottage. He has lived on the school property with his wife Tracey, since they were married in 1995.