Jungle Driving School

Instructors · Cedar Rapids

Meet Your Cedar Rapids Driving Instructors

Every Jungle Driving School instructor in Cedar Rapids is state-licensed and trained to teach beyond the Iowa minimum. They are the local team behind a proven, nationally trusted program, and they know the Cedar Rapids roads your teen will actually drive.

A Jungle Driving School instructor in Cedar Rapids

The method

Every instructor is trained and certified in the Jungle Driving School method, the same adventure-based system taught at every location across the country.

The standard

The same training, the same beyond-the-minimum curriculum, the same parent transparency, at every Jungle location.

Why this matters for you: you are not gambling on one person’s resume. You are getting a nationally proven program, delivered by a certified local team.

Eric Conlon, Certified Instructor
Eric ConlonEric ConlonCertified Instructor

State-licensed · Certified in the Jungle Driving School method

Hi, I'm Eric, I've always had a passion for teaching and helping others grow, especially when it comes to building real confidence. Coaching new drivers isn't just about skills—it's about guiding them through uncertainty and helping them trust themselves. I take pride in creating a calm, supportive environment where students feel comfortable learning at their own pace, so they leave not just licensed, but truly prepared for the road ahead.

Stacy West, Certified Instructor
Stacy WestStacy WestCertified Instructor

State-licensed · Certified in the Jungle Driving School method

My name is Stacy West and I'm excited to be a part of this amazing team at Jungle Driving School. My husband and I have 3 sons Preston (29) John (26) David (24). My husband and I have lived here for 33 years.

Devin Sires, Certified Instructor
Devin SiresDevin SiresCertified Instructor

State-licensed · Certified in the Jungle Driving School method

My name is Devin Sires and I'm excited to be joining the team at Jungle. My wife Jill and I have 4 kids - Jacob, Aubrey, Emma, and Charlotte. Jill and I grew up in Cedar Rapids and are blessed to now be raising our children here as well. I stay active in the community as an Assistant Bowling Coach and President of our Show Choir Fundraising Efforts at Xavier High School. I am also a music minister at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church and have led our Vacation Bible School efforts for many years. And I love the Iowa State Cyclones! #CyclONEnation 😉 I'm learning more how important it is to provide an effective and worthwhile drivers education experience. I believe the team at Jungle are doing just that. I am fortunate to be a part of the team.

Laura Dennison, Certified Instructor
Laura DennisonLaura DennisonCertified Instructor

State-licensed · Certified in the Jungle Driving School method

I'm Laura. I am a 54-year-old mother of three and a proud grandmother of two, shaped by a lifelong commitment to service. With a degree in criminal law, I spent 30 years in the police department, retiring as a Crime Scene Investigator. Now, I've traded investigations for a new chapter behind the wheel as a school bus driver - finding joy in simpler moments and staying connected to my community.

Bret Ranard, Certified Instructor
Bret RanardBret RanardCertified Instructor

State-licensed · Certified in the Jungle Driving School method

Hi, I'm Bret, I bring 33 years of experience in education and coaching, with a strong foundation as a middle school teacher. My background has centered on building relationships, developing skills, and helping students grow with confidence. I focus on clear instruction, positive reinforcement, and real-world application, creating an environment where students feel supported, challenged, and prepared to succeed both in the classroom and beyond.

What every instructor is trained to do

  • Teach beyond the state minimum, for real-road situations a test never checks
  • Keep behind-the-wheel lessons calm, focused, and one-on-one
  • Coach the Cedar Rapids conditions your teen will actually face
  • Deliver a post-drive report after every lesson

Become a Jungle Instructor in Cedar Rapids

This is not about supervising a steering wheel. It is about shaping decisions, reinforcing discipline, and influencing habits that last beyond the lesson. If that responsibility speaks to you, let's connect.

The best way to meet your instructor is your first lesson.

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