MR. D'S DRIVING SCHOOL STAFF

Meet Our Team

Mr. D’s Driving School has a strong, experienced team and we are always willing to help. We are each licensed by the Illinois Secretary of State to teach drivers education and everyone is background checked. We have a passion to teach students how to drive, and are positive and enjoyable to be with.

Philip Douglas , "Mr. D.", Owner and Manager of Mr. D’s Driving School

Philip Douglas (Mr. D) is the owner and manager of Mr. D’s Driving School, Inc. He is a degree certified instructor who is licensed by the State of Illinois to teach Drivers Education to teens and adults. Mr. D has a degree in Physical Education along with an endorsement in Drivers Education and Safety, and also holds a Master’s Degree in Special Education.

Since Mr. D’s offers drivers education to all types of learners, his certification in Special Education is quite helpful. Mr. D has been in the teaching field since 1998, and has been running the driving school since 2005.

Kelly Murphy-Webb, Licensed Driving Education Instructor

Kelly Murphy-Webb has been a licensed instructor since 2002 and has worked for Mr. D’s since 2006. Ms. Webb is always very positive and professional about her job even during those stressful moments. She is passionate about teaching students the safe and proper way to maneuver an automobile. Ms. Webb has a wonderful rapport with her students as well as excellent communication with their parents.

Rebecca "Becky" Douglas - Office Manager

Becky will be happy to assist you over the phone or in person. Please feel free to contact her during office hours if you have questions about enrollment, state requirements, or if you need assistance with your account.

Nick Wiesbrock, Licensed Driving Education Instructor

Nick Wiesbrock is a retired US Navy Veteran, who spent 14 years as an instructor. Since retirement, he has been teaching at a local Christian Based School. Mr. Wiesbrock has been a licensed drivers education instructor since 2008 at Mr. D’s Driving School. Mr. Wiesbrock enjoys the challenge of getting the students engaged in the curriculum during class, using stories and his humor to gain their attention.

Mallory Dietz, Licensed Driving Education Instructor

Mallory Dietz is a licensed driving instructor with Mr. D’s Driving School. Before becoming an instructor for Mr. D’s, Mallory attended Drivers Ed at Mr. D’s when she was just 15. Mallory focuses on making driving less stressful for the new driver and more enjoyable. Mallory helps students recognize that while driving is enjoyable, there are still lots of risks associated with driving. Mallory is our youngest instructor and can relate to many of the things our teens may find difficult about driving. Ms. Dietz is Super friendly and works well with any driver.

Richard Dinkins, Licensed Driving Education Instructor

Richard Dinkins is a licensed driving instructor who brings a unique blend of business, physical therapy, and computer programming education to Mr. D’s Driving School. He holds degrees in business, physical therapy, and computer programming, and spent 25 years working in home health physical therapy, providing one-on-one care to clients in their own environments. During those years, Richard became skilled at evaluating individual needs, teaching complex information in a calm and encouraging way, and helping people build confidence while learning new physical and cognitive skills. His extensive experience working one-on-one with patients directly translates to his role as a driving instructor, where patience, clear communication, and precise observation are essential for safe skill development. Richard understands how to break down tasks into manageable steps, adapt his teaching style to each student, and create a supportive learning environment.