About Us
Jesse Brockwell
Founder and CEO
Jesse Brockwell has been a full-time tutor and test prep educator for seventeen years. He specializes in all areas of the SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE, GRE, and GMAT as well as Elementary Mathematics, Prealgebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Precalculus, Trigonometry, and Calculus.
Jesse also assists students with time management, quiz and test preparation strategies, organization, note-taking, memorization, motivation, and self-directed study habits.
Jesse has developed an almost cult-like following among his students and is widely recognized by parents, teachers, and guidance counselors as the most sought-after tutor in Southern Connecticut. He is also well known in other "pockets" of families and friends throughout Connecticut for his highly refined approach to virtual tutoring that is "as close to meeting in person as you could possibly get." His highly personable and individualized approach to education focuses on bringing students of all ages and skill levels far beyond their perceived boundaries.
Ryan Quinn
Science and Mathematics
Ryan Quinn, known as “Quinn”, graduated with Honors from Lyme Old Lyme High School in 2004, then earned his BS in Biology and an MA degree in Education from the Neag School of Education at the University of Connecticut. Quinn has a rich and diverse background as a biology and chemistry teacher, farmer, outdoor educator, carpenter, handyman and even as Chief Steward aboard the Kalmar Nyckel, a tall ship sailing out of Wilmington, DE.
As a high school educator, Quinn taught and developed curricula for Biology, Chemistry, Astronomy, and General Science. At Nature’s Classroom, Quinn leads field groups, develops new classes and trains new staff members throughout New England.
For the past 10 years, Quinn and his partner Baylee have owned and operated Long Table Farm in Lyme, Connecticut. Quinn uses his educational background to lead Curiosity Shops with Lyme Consolidated students at the farm and partners with the Green Team on Composting. Quinn and Baylee have customized apprenticeships for several successful farmers, launching careers in agriculture.
Quinn is a lifelong learner and educator. Sharing his knowledge and connecting students to the bigger picture brings him joy. Quinn specializes in tailoring his teaching style to each student’s needs, ensuring progress with each interaction. He is a determined and persistent teacher, inspiring confidence and humor.