Our Team
Highly qualified instructors
Choosing the right driving school is essential to the learning experience as well as the course’s effectiveness. That’s why our team includes only the most experienced professionals in teaching all aspects of driving theory and practice you should know.
The Safe Drive Team is comprised of some of the best qualified instructors in the industry. We can match your training needs and personal preferences to the appropriate trainer and car. We can also provide instruction in your own vehicle.
John Malkovich
Skills: Teen Programs, Adult Instruction, Road Test, Defensive Driving
Samantha Johnson
Skills: Classroom Instruction, Type 09 teaching certification, Rules of the Road, Teen Classroom Instruction.
Richard Jackson
Skills: Teen Programs, Adult Instruction, Road Test, Defensive Driving
Our Cars
More than 10 models
Business class sedan
Mercedes S-class
For generations, an S-Class Sedan has been instantly recognizable not just for its iconic design, but for predicting the future of the industry. Strong, powerful and majestic, it's also sleek, lithe and decidely athletic.
Instructors:
John Malkovich & Vanessa Black
Multipurpose vehicle
BMW 2 Series
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is a proof that compact dimensions, functionality and practicality can be combined perfectly with a dynamic design. Its safety technologies allow us to use it during training.
Instructors:
John Malkovich & Denis Richardson
Full-size car
Mitsubishi Lancer
Mitsubishi Lancer offers a level of performance typically found in European sports cars and sport sedans that cost considerably more. Only a few cars can provide such performance and safety.
Instructors:
John Malkovich & Lisa Johnson
Compact car
Fiat Punto
The Fiat Punto is a likeable small car with above average practicality and some extremely good engines. It is one of the biggest and best looking superminis, and it has a surprisingly smart interior, too.
Instructors:
Lisa Johnson & Vanessa Black
Our advantages
Best in Class Training
Adult and teen students from across Chicago and nearby suburbs turn to Safe Drive's expertise when they embark on the path to earning a driver's license. Start today on the path to becoming an independent driver using the easiest and fastest methods! Learn to drive with Safe Drive!
Driver's License Process
- Written Exam Preparation + Instruction Permit (Secretary of State)
- Behind The Wheel Training for License
- Road Test preparation + License (Secretary of State)
Additional Services
We can provide pickup and drop offs for student's in our coverage area as well as providing transportation to the secretary of state. We also have trained professionals who have expertise in teaching students with reading or writing challenges so they can take the test orally. We have English and Spanish speaking instructors on staff for multi-language instruction.
FAQ
To be able to get a license you need to have already passed the Written Exam, received your Instruction Permit and have a valid State ID. If you don’t have a valid State ID, the following documentation will be required: Social Security Card (the original card), Passport, Visa or any other form of identification (school ID, work ID, birth certificate, etc.), and Proof of address.
- Social Security Card (the original card)
- Passport
- Visa or any other form of identification (school ID, work ID, birth certificate, etc.)
- Proof of address
Southeast bound: Roosevelt Rd. and Halsted St.
Northeast bound: Foster Ave. and Marine Dr.
Northwest bound: Foster Ave. and Central Ave.
Southwest bound: Roosevelt Rd. and Central Ave.
Careers and vacancies
Driving School
Instructor
Safe Drive urgently requires full time and part time driving instructors throughout the area. We are the fastest growing driving school in the area, and there are lots of the benefits of working with us! No experience is necessary to become a driving instructor as we provide all required training.
- Be ready to help our students
- Have a will to teach and study
- Have a local driving license for 3 years or more
- Not to be banned from driving
Teen Program
Director
Informed by the School’s mission, the candidate will be the key person to answer any questions from all prospective candidates and their parents regarding the teen program and prices as well as other driving programs when needed.
- Be passionate about teaching
- Be ready to be part of a collaborative team
- Be open to receiving feedback and support
- Demonstrate initiative and persistence
Driving School
Senior Trainer
Safe Drive has a vacancy for a Driver Trainer to play an active part in the development, planning and delivery of driver training, including LGV, EFADS and Specialist Service Vehicles training. You may be required to work from any office within the area.
- Be responsible for all safety checks
- Ensure that delegates are effectively supervised
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge on legislation
- Maintain an awareness of Health Regulations