About Us
Special needs, ADHD and nervous drivers are all welcome at I Love To Drive. When making your appointments with us, please mention any medical or psychological diagnosis to help us better plan your lessons to make it a rewarding and enjoyable experience for you. You are also invited to call and discuss any concerns with us. We're happy to work with you, the way it works best for you.
I Love To Drive driving school bases its teaching theories around the premise that no two students learn exactly alike. Using lessons tailored to the individual's particular learning style, every student is trained in all the aspects of defensive driving along with the physical skills needed to be a safe driver. Our mission is to create defensive and safe drivers that have the ability and confidence to deal with the many possible situations that they may encounter in their driving future.
Our on-the-road lessons provide the driving time needed to learn the skills necessary while our instructor provides the guidance and productive evaluation for a safe and educational experience. Fun based and goal driven lessons support a positive and reinforcing teaching environment to help encourage the student. Our goal at I Love To Drive is to make every lesson a fun and positive experience for the student.
Whether you’re brand new to driving, getting ready to take your drivers test and even If you’re just a little nervous or severely anxious, we take pride in being able to help. We are certified in teaching ADHD students and tailor our lessons to every individuals needs. I Love To Drive welcomes all types of learning differences and will customize a program that works best for you.
In-vehicle distractions are considered to be one of the most common causes for accidents. Any disorder that impairs attention, such as ADHD or other executive-functioning issues, creates the same environment and risk that may cause a collision or serious incident while driving. Using training, experience and patience, I Love To Drive can help. We work with the student to create strategies and skills to manage the risks associated with attention disorders.
I Love to Drive is a Behind the Wheel With ADHD certified school. This driving program gives instructors the necessary tools to coach ADHD students. By creating effective strategies and teaching skills to manage risks associated with executive functioning challenges and driving, you can rest assured knowing our instructors will both nurture and care for your child's development as a driver.
In addition to educating your child's driving instructor, Behind the Wheel With ADHD also offers a parent webinar. View the promotional video here.
About Our Team:
Each of our instructors are licensed through the Department of Education and hold a current Driving Instructors License. Each of them also have all current clearance, including: FBI, Fingerprints, and Child Abuse Certifications completed yearly.
Mindy Collett
Owner/Instructor/Examiner
Mike Curry
Owner/Supervisor/Instructor/Examiner
Michael is the Co-owner of I Love to Drive and runs our Morton Test Center, where he plays an important role in helping new drivers successfully prepare for their road tests and earn their driver’s licenses. He is passionate about working with new drivers and takes great pride in watching his students develop their skills, gain confidence behind the wheel, and reach the exciting milestone of becoming licensed drivers.
Known for his friendly, patient, and professional approach, Michael enjoys working with students of all ages and strives to make every lesson a positive and comfortable learning experience. He brings years of supervisory and management experience in the customer service industry, along with a strong automotive background, giving him a valuable combination of people skills and practical knowledge. Michael’s goal with every student is simple: to develop safe, confident and responsible drivers for life.
Mark Collett
In Memorial
Rachel Curry
Office Manager
Outside of I Love To Drive, Rachel is a licensed social worker. Her experience working with children and families in child welfare makes her uniquely sensitive to special needs, ADHD, and anxiety in teens and adults alike. Rachel is happy to help you schedule lessons and match you with the best instructor and times to meet your needs!
Amanda Gunn
Admin/Supervisor/Examiner
Amanda is an experienced Administrator, Supervisor, and Driver Testing Examiner who has been an important part of the driver education field since 2011. Throughout her career, she has worked closely with new drivers and their families, helping students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to become safe and responsible drivers. Amanda previously taught the 30-hour in-person driver education course at Penncrest High School, Delaware County Christian School, Academy of Notre Dame, and The Agnes Irwin School, and also assisted with classes at the Marple Newtown Gauntlet Center. Her commitment to driver safety has extended beyond the classroom through her work with Children’s Hospital on accident-prevention research, where she participated on a panel of experts in the field. As a mother of four daughters, three of whom are teenagers, Amanda also understands firsthand the concerns parents have when their children begin driving. Her professional experience, knowledge, and personal perspective make her a valuable resource for both new drivers and their families.
Robin Killian
Admin
Judy Young
Admin
Shem Roldan
Instructor
Shem is a patient, friendly, and dedicated driving instructor who truly enjoys helping students learn, grow, and become confident behind the wheel. With years of teaching experience, he understands that every student learns differently and takes a calm, encouraging approach to helping new drivers develop the skills they need to become safe, confident, and responsible drivers. A graduate of Temple University with a B.A. in Psychology, Shem brings a strong understanding of people, communication, and individual learning styles to each lesson. His professional background also includes more than 10 years of experience in account management and grant writing, where he developed strong skills in communication, creative thinking, and problem-solving. Shem’s dedication and positive attitude help create a comfortable learning environment for drivers of all experience levels. Outside of work, he enjoys working with young people, playing basketball, and being active in his church community.
Steve Rich
Instructor
Steve is an exceptionally patient, friendly, and soft-spoken driving instructor who brings more than 25 years of experience as a public school teacher to every lesson. As a special needs educator and guidance counselor, Steve understands that every student learns differently and excels at adapting his teaching style to meet each driver’s individual needs. He recognizes that learning to drive can be exciting but also challenging or stressful, and his calm, supportive approach helps students feel comfortable and confident behind the wheel. Steve enjoys working with both high school students and adults, providing personalized instruction in a safe, relaxed, and encouraging learning environment. His extensive experience working with students, particularly those who may need additional patience, guidance, or reassurance, makes him a wonderful instructor for new and nervous drivers. Steve is always willing to listen to his students’ concerns and is committed to helping each one develop the skills and confidence needed to become a safe, capable, and independent driver.
Beverly W.
Instructor
Beverly is a PA state certified teacher with 28 years of experience in public schools. She earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Education from West Chester University. As an elementary/middle school classroom teacher and Reading Specialist, she has worked with students with different ability levels and learning styles, focusing on their individual needs. Bev has an extensive background in teaching students with learning challenges in remedial reading and math programs. She is skilled at tailoring her instruction to meet various needs, including those of gifted learners and those with IEPs. During her free time, she is an avid traveler, having visited 50 countries and 49 states to date. Bev especially loves reading, music, animals (“including her cats and ferrets"), amusement parks, and all things Disney. She loves being a driving instructor because she enjoys working one-on-one with teens and adults to help them learn such an important life skill!
Steve Speckman
Instructor
Steve is a longtime Delaware County resident with an extensive background in the automotive industry and an impressive 400,000 accident- and violation-free miles. A friendly, laid-back, and exceptionally patient instructor, Steve loves teaching students of all ages and specializes in working with special needs students, including those with ADD/ADHD. As the father of a daughter with special needs, he understands the importance of patience, encouragement, and adapting lessons to each student’s individual learning style. His calm approach is especially helpful for nervous and anxious drivers. Through personalized instruction and defensive driving techniques, Steve’s goal is to build each student’s confidence and help them become a safe, skilled, and responsible driver.
Demetria Hamilton
Instructor
In addition to working as a driving instructor, Dee continues to work in the Admissions Office of Swarthmore College as she has for the last 13 years. She has held her Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) for over 20 years including 9 years when she was a Chichester School District bus driver.
Dee gained her deep sense of compassion, understanding and patience while working at Elywn with students and adults who have a wide range of intellectual, physical, behavioral and developmental disabilities. This experience has enabled her to effectively teach students of all needs, skill levels and learning styles, while putting the most inexperienced and nervous of these students at ease.
She uses her calm and pleasant personality to help focus her students on developing safe driving skills along with strong defensive driving techniques for life. Her goal is to provide a positive, relaxed and enjoyable learning experience to all of her students.
Andrew "Andy" Testa
Instructor
Andy has been a Delaware County resident for more than 40 years and is a graduate of Penn Wood High School. With 11 years of experience teaching new drivers, Andy has worked with students of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels. He takes pride in helping each student develop strong driving fundamentals while becoming more aware, defensive, and confident behind the wheel.
Known for his patient, encouraging, and “student-first” approach, Andy understands that everyone learns at a different pace. He is willing to go above and beyond to help his students overcome challenges, strengthen their skills, and feel comfortable on the road. His goal is not simply to prepare students to earn their driver’s license, but to teach the safe and defensive driving habits they will use for a lifetime.
Outside of teaching, Andy enjoys traveling and spending time with his family and their pets, playing video games, and cheering on the Philadelphia 76ers and Phillies and Eagles!
Tom Nee
Instructor
Tom brings an extensive background in public safety and driver education to his role as a driving instructor. A retired police officer with 37 years of service, Tom served as Administrator of the Community Affairs Unit and worked with the local school district teaching a variety of driver education and safety programs. He was also a certified Buckle Up PA instructor, providing students with valuable instruction in roadway and driver safety.
For the past nine years, Tom has been a Pennsylvania-licensed driving instructor and enjoys helping new drivers become safe and confident behind the wheel. Drawing on his decades of law enforcement and safety experience, Tom emphasizes defensive driving, roadway awareness, good decision-making, and responsible driving habits that students can use for a lifetime.
Alex Tullo
Instructor
Alex is a Pennsylvania native and has been a driving instructor since 2013. He has a true passion for driving and enjoys helping students of all ages become safe, confident, and skilled drivers. Patient, detail-oriented, and encouraging, Alex takes pride in making each lesson comfortable, positive, and suited to the individual student.
Outside of teaching, Alex is a proud dad, enjoys traveling, and previously spent six years with the Civil Air Patrol, where he trained in Search & Rescue and assisted with Hurricane Katrina cleanup efforts.
Sam Rheault
Instructor
Sam is a patient, calm, and encouraging driving instructor who genuinely enjoys teaching and working with students. With previous experience as a tutor and teaching assistant in the STEM field, Sam understands the importance of adapting instruction to each student’s individual learning style. He creates a low-stress, supportive environment where students can feel comfortable, build confidence, and focus on developing their driving skills.
Sam finds it especially rewarding to watch students progress from brand-new drivers to becoming safe, skilled, and defensive drivers. He believes learning to drive provides independence and new opportunities and takes pride in helping students achieve that important milestone.
Outside of driving instruction, Sam is also a skilled tailor at a bridal alterations studio, specializing in wedding gown alterations. Sam is a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community and is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful learning environment for every student.
Julianna Delucia
Instructor
Julianna is a lifelong Delaware County resident and graduate of Haverford High School who has always had a passion for teaching. As a driving instructor, she gets to combine two things she loves—teaching and driving. Patient, calm, and encouraging, Julianna creates a comfortable, low-pressure environment where students can build their skills and confidence behind the wheel.
She finds it especially rewarding to see new drivers gain confidence and become safe, capable, and independent drivers. Outside of teaching, Julianna is a busy mom and loves taking road trips, with a goal of someday traveling across the entire country.
Olufemi John-Fatinikun
Instructor
Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, Olufemi John-Fatinikun traveled the world before coming to New York City to earn his Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry at the City College of New York. He spent a decade in cancer research at Columbia University and the VA Hospital, contributing to important advancements. After relocating to the Philadelphia area, he taught 7th grade STEM, sharpening his skill at explaining complex ideas clearly and patiently.
Alongside research and teaching, he developed a passion for safe driving and moonlighted as an instructor at respected driving schools in the Bronx and New Rochelle.
This blend of scientific precision and patient teaching shapes his calm, methodical style behind the wheel. With years of experience guiding beginners, teens, and adults through New York’s tough streets, he excels at simplifying skills like parallel parking in tight Bronx spots, navigating busy intersections, or mastering highway merges.
Having driven extensively in the high-traffic environments of Lagos, the Bronx, New Rochelle, greater New York City, and now Philadelphia, OJ brings real-world insight to every lesson, helping students pass their road tests and become confident, defensive drivers for life. Outside the lab, classroom, and driver’s seat, he enjoys cooking, sports (Go Eagles!), video games, music, and hiking.
Jacque Knight
Instructor
Alan W.
Instructor/Examiner
Alan grew up in southern Maryland and graduated from the University of Maryland College Park with a Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation and Logistics. After graduating, he spent nearly a decade working with a private contractor on the Federal Transit Administration’s National Transit Database Program. Alan relocated to the Philadelphia region in 2003 and worked in the insurance sector for a number of years, later following his passion to write for the travel and tourism industry. He likes to stay “on the move” and has visited 49 of our 50 states, as well as more than 50 countries across the globe! During his adventures, Alan has driven in many unique destinations including the congested streets of Rome, the high speed Autobahn in Germany and driving on the left in the United Kingdom.
Dave C.
Instructor/Examiner
Dave is a Philadelphia native and longtime Delaware County resident who brings a friendly, patient, and easygoing approach to teaching new drivers. He has a genuine love for driving and enjoys sharing his knowledge with students while helping them become more comfortable and confident behind the wheel. Dave understands that learning to drive can be stressful, so he strives to create a relaxed and encouraging environment where students can learn at their own pace and develop strong, safe driving habits.
A veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces, Dave also attended Stratford University and Delaware County Community College. His goal with every student is to build confidence, improve driving skills, and help develop safe, responsible drivers for life. Outside of teaching, Dave is an avid sports fan with a particular love for baseball.
Craig Spring
Examiner
