Here we are with our first driving school car more than 25 years ago. Time flies. Since then we have remained a family run business. We strive to provide the best possible service, and take the responsibility of helping you become a good driver very seriously. We wear many hats from scheduling, receptionist, management, actual instruction, training/hiring, and IT. It has always been our goal to only hire the most qualified and compassionate staff possible.
Jim is our lead driving instructor, and is also an instructor trainer. He is a retired Beverly Hills motorcycle cop with more personality than Eddie Murphy. Everyone loves him and his stories. He is an expert at teaching behind the wheel driver training. He has also taught Classroom Driver Education, and Traffic Violator School. But don't ask him about the vehicle code. He may be the only person in the state to have it memorized. He's a huge animal lover, so try not to hit any critters.
Barry is not only an instructor with us, but an instructor trainer. He spent most of his career with the United States Post Office where he was a member of the prestigious 1,000,000 mile club (1,000,000 miles with no accidents). His attention to detail and strong desire to do everything the right way is what has earned him the spot as an instructor trainer. He is also very friendly, laid back, and calm. You will learn a lot from him, and have a great time while learning.
John was born to teach. He is a behind the wheel driver training instructor as well as an instructor trainer. He was previously an extreme sports enthusiast and whitewater kayaking instructor. This job does not scare him. He has an extremely logical and methodical brain which makes him an incredible communicator. We have never seen anyone who can communicate concepts as clearly and concisely as he can.
I am super excited to be part of a great team. I am looking forward to and honored to be an important part of young people’s futures.I was born and raised in the Bay Area and have lived in Sonora for three years. My career was in sales for a large company and after I retired from there I got my Commercial Driver’s License and became an over the road trucker for a few years…I drove an 18 wheeler back and forth across the country and loved every minute of it! So have no FEAR!! I am a professional driver!I like to kayak, travel, hang with my kids and grandkids, volunteer for different organizations and plan on taking a photography class at Columbia Community College.
Steve is a people person, and his call to become a driving instructor with us was fueled by his desire to help others. He genuinely wants to see you learn and grow as a driver, and have fun doing it. Your success makes him happy and it’s why he loves this job! His degree in Community Education, 12 years of customer service experience as a restaurant manager, and passion for cars and driving, make him the great instructor that he is.
R.I.P Dan
Bye our beloved brother. You are the reason we are in this business. Until we meet again,
To ride Harleys in Heaven!
Dan has been a licensed driving instructor since 1988. Yes this is a recent picture! He doesn't seem to age. He has owned two of his own driving schools, and consulted others on staring their own, including ours. He also has spent 10 years of his career working as a counselor in a home for teens. He Has a heart for helping people. He knows what he is doing. You will be in safe and capable hands. In his off time, he likes spending time with his family, and riding his Harley.
Allen is Mr. Happy. He seems to always be in a good mood, and this makes him very easy to be around. He's a retired Stockton police officer, and he knows his stuff. However, he seems to have found his calling in this follow up career. Not only does he seem born to teach, but he seems born to teach behind the wheel driver training. He's a great communicator, and truly enjoys being in the car and helping people at the same time.
James's passion is cars and driving and he is very personable and enjoys meeting new people. He puts people at ease by getting to know them and talking about many subjects. He loves to teach and is excited to join the team and pass on his years of knowledge of safe and attentive driving skills. James is cool and composed on the road and knows how to drive in every type of traffic situation there is. He has traveled all over California as a professional driver, worked at auto dealerships, and was an Auto Club Insurance claims adjuster. James has trained young delivery drivers on the road for many years. He also speaks conversational Spanish.
An expert with youth, Ryan has worked in the youth group at his church for over 10 years. He loves seeing teens succeed and grow. He does a great job helping students to relax and they enjoy learning from him. He is always positive and upbeat and sees the best in every situation. He loves driving - especially his family - CRAZY!
My marriage and motorcycle riding are my two favorite things. Motorcycle riding is my favorite hobby, and has taught me a lot about being a safe driver, and especially how to be a defensive driver. . Being a husband has helped me to consider others more than myself. I enjoy helping others, and hope to really make a difference in the lives of my students. I hope they will always remember the things I teach them, and that they will go on to be great drivers.
I am an electrician turned driving instructor with a passion for teaching and a genuine desire to help people learn.My transition from construction to the realm of driving instruction was driven by my passion for empowering others. I take immense pride in witnessing my students' progress and celebrate their achievements along the way.
I love camping with my family and teaching my daughter new things every day.
Amanda is a natural teacher and loves watching the learning process take place, and sink in! She is patient and kind with a great sense of humor. She likes a variety of activities from watching sunsets or a great football game; DIY projects; doing her nails, shopping at Home Depot, or meeting up for a cup of coffee. Amanda isn't Willy Wonka and won't sugar coat answers. She keeps it real, includes the "this is why," but has fun in the process.
Ben was born and raised in the San Francisco/Sacramento area and loves all that California has to offer. He has been a car enthusiast ever since he was a young boy collecting hotwheels, matchbox and rc cars. Ben’s love of automobiles only grew after attending racing events of many kinds. It is only natural that he has continued this passion into his career path. With the knowledge of driving and a love of meeting new people and teaching, Ben is excited to help instruct the next generation of motorists. Other than cruising the streets, safely and respectfully, Ben enjoys all types of sports (Go Niners, Kings, and Giants!) and making new memories camping with his family and friends.
Sharif is a proud father of two daughters and is married to a wonderful hard-working wife. After receiving a degree in Geography from Chico State, Sharif spent over 16 years in the digital mapping industry, driving and mapping roads all over the world.
Sharif likes to spend his spare time with his family, spending time outdoors, and volunteering with school and sports activities within his community.
Sharif enjoys teaching people and watching them thrive. He is very patient, respectful and can recognize that teaching techniques differ from person to person.
Some of his personal hobbies are: family adventures and outings, sports, fishing, and dirt bikes.
I am originally from Fiji, and moved to USA back in 1994 with dreams and aspirations to become a successful person. I worked as a store manager for More than 17 years at an auto repair shop. I love customer service and I love working with all kinds of people. I have a thing for sports cars but at the same time I am not into to driving crazy. I love spending time with my family and friends. I am very excited to help others learn how to drive and teach good habits on the roads.
Scott is a retired agriculture teacher. He enjoys the opportunity to instruct beginning and veteran drivers life-long driving skills to make our lives safer on the public highways. Scott has worked with FFA students for 30 years guiding and instructing them about their agriculture projects and developing leadership skills with public speaking and parliamentary procedure. He has also taught traffic school in the North Coast area for those citizens that were ticketed for highway offenses. His goal is to teach young drivers to stay focused on driving and not get distracted.
Mark joined our team to combine his passions for driving, teaching, and sharing stories. From building and operating a Limousine Transportation company, to success as an Insurance Claims Manager, he uses diverse life experiences and humor to connect with people. He has been in insurance risk management and safety for over 25 years. After graduating from San Jose State University, He and his wife of 26 years moved to Angels camp to raise 2 kids.
He LOVES baseball and is a life-long FAN of the SF Giants. A warm, friendly, person who is quick to smile- Mark takes pride in making all students feel welcome and comfortable as they develop important skills becoming Good Drivers.
Jose has been driving since he was 19 years old and has not looked back! He’s worked across the U.S, and was a lead delivery driver, who trained numerous others for his prior profession. When teaching others, he utilizes patience, calmness, and understanding. Jose loves to write, illustrate, paint, and do graphic design on his days off. He is also a huge fan of comic books, movies, music, science fiction, and fantasy.
Paul is a 20 year retired veteran of the United States Marine Corps. If there was one thing his experience in the military taught him it was that people are more important than things. After retirement he has enjoyed several different high school teaching positions which have allowed him to really gain an understanding of how to reach people where they are to help them achieve their best, no matter their circumstances. His experience teaching children how to drive started with his own. His unflappable demeanor made him the go-to parent especially for highway driving practice. His desire is to continue to be part of the learning process as he encourages children and adults alike to be confident about driving and enjoy the freedom that comes with getting behind the wheel.
Ron has been driving since he was 14 years old. Yes, 14 years old! Ron’s parents owned a trucking company and sometimes Ron would come to the rescue to help seasoned Semi Truck drivers back into alleys in downtown Los Angeles. He was 16 at the time. Ron has taught both his daughters and several family members how to drive. He is diligent in making sure the person is comfortable and feels safe. Ron is a family man, he has been married 36 years, has two beautiful daughters, two son in laws and two handsome grandsons that are now his everything. He is a proud dad and Papa. Ron has a love for SPORTS and pretty much anything on ESPN. His first love is football, ask him, he’ll tell you.
Michael is a retired firefighter of 18 years from San Joaquin County. He has 28 years of driving experience and during his career he got to live every child’s dream of driving a Fire Truck and an Ambulance. Being in public safety for 18 years the goal was to serve the public and help make a difference in any situation. His goal now is to help make that difference in the lives of new drivers and teach the importance of developing good driving habits, safety and responsibility while on the road. Not just for themselves, but for others as well. Michael helped his four children learn how to drive, so he is definitely ready for the challenge. He has a love for acting, singing and is a member of a musical theater group. Also, Michael and his wife of 20 years are HUGE RAIDERS FANS! Overall they just love football and competing in Fantasy Football together.
Hi my name is Endy. I was born and raised in Sonoma County. My goal here is to help those that I encounter elevate their driving skills and build lifelong habits. When I am not teaching, you can find me on the soccer field or spending time with my family.
**Spanish Speaker**
Joe claims to have logged more hours driving backwards than most have driving forward, as a result of his 35 year career in the sanitation business. His safety awareness has earned him numerous safety awards. This, combined with his leadership skills, earned him the role of training many new commercial drivers over the years.
Joe was born and raised in Marin County, and has a lifetime of driving on the very same roads were he will be teaching new drivers. He is grateful for the instruction he received when he was a new driver, and is a firm believer in teaching the next generation of drivers how to drive safely.
When not at work, you can find Joe hanging out with his family, waterskiing, and cycling.
Jennifer is in love with being a driving instructor! She has a great insight on not just the rules of the road, but every skill needed to pass your driving test, and be a safe driver. An instructor since 2018, she has helped numerous teens, adults, and citizens new to the United States in getting their driver’s license. Jennifer’s patience and compassion is key in her teaching individuals how to be great, but most importantly, SAFE drivers. She continues to receive messages from past students; updating her on their driving progress, and thanking her for all her help. Some even stay in touch just for her friendship and sense of humor. Her favorite city to visit is San Francisco, but she loves the rollercoasters at any and all theme parks!
Hi, my name is Kevin. I grew up in the Bay Area & I’m a U.S. Army Veteran. My wife, two boys and I moved up to the Sacramento area in 2001. I spent most of my career working for a large travel company and have been all over the world and the States. I enjoy experiencing different places and really love meeting new people.
My favorite things in life are my family, church, my dog Marshall, cooking, eating, the gym, watching tv, sports, and the ocean.
My goal is to teach people safe driving skills and have fun doing it
Norie is a father of four boys and a husband of a school educator/administrator. He and his family moved from Hawaii to Stockton over 20 years ago and have remained in Stockton ever since. He raised his boys all in Stockton and successfully taught them the rules of the road and how to be good drivers. Norie is an experienced coach, trainer, and mentor of people of all backgrounds. Norie enjoys working with people and looks forward to helping people young and old with their goal of becoming a California licensed driver.
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