... A Milwaukee Area Driving School

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Serving Milwaukee, Waukesha & Ozaukee Counties

Leading the industry in driver education, Arcade is Wisconsin's 1st Driving School

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COVID-19 Compliance (Click or Tap Here)

In response to Governor Ever’s State of Wisconsin “Safer At Home” order requiring all non-essential businesses to close, we will be suspending all office hours, traditional classroom instruction, and behind the wheel instruction until at least April 24, 2020. However, this is contingent upon the orders from the Governor and a reduction in the social distancing space.

Due the growing health concerns surrounding COVID-19 exposure, this will decrease the risk to our employees, students, and community.

We are still accepting new enrollments for our Online Course, and students can access that program during this time.

If you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s driver education program, please - Email Us -. We will do our absolute best to assist you any way that we can during this very difficult time.

The safety and health of our students, staff and community are the number one priority right now, and we look forward to servicing you and your family once this all passes. Please stay home and stay healthy!

Online Classroom

Our online driver education course for teens provides the full 30-hour state requirement for classroom training, which can be substituted with our hybrid course of 10 hours of online classroom training and 20 hours of traditional Services.

Traditional Classroom

Our traditional classroom training consists of the full 30-hour state requirement for classroom training, which is available at various locations. To view Locations & Schedules or to Enroll, Click or Tap Here.

Complete Teen Packages

Our in-car driver lesson training sessions are available in several packages that meet the State of Wisconsin requirements for teen driver education. To view those packages, Click or Tap Here.

Adult Driving Packages

For adults interested in learning to drive, we have several beginner packages to choose from. Simply Tap or Click Here to view them, or just call our executive office at (414) 328-1212 for more information.


Licensed by the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation

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Member in Good Standing - Driving School Association of the Americas

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What do you need to be licensed to drive?

For teens under the age of 18, we offer the Temporary Permit Instruction test at all of our Milwaukee and area locations! For adults 18 and older go to our Adult Services Page. To obtain an original (first) Class D instruction permit, you must fulfill all of the requirements below:

  • be at least 15 years and 6 months of age

  • provide proof of U.S. citizenship, legal permanent resident status, conditional resident status or temporary visitor status

  • provide proof of name and date of birth

  • provide proof of identity

  • provide proof of Wisconsin residency if your are 18 years of age or older

  • provide your Social Security Number (you can fulfill your proof of identity requirement by presenting your Social Security card)

  • if under the age of 18 years old, you must be enrolled in a certified driver education program.  Your license application MV3001 must be signed by the instructor in the proper certification area and your first behind-the-wheel lesson must be conducted within 60 days of the issuance of your permit.  Subsequently, if you wish to renew your permit, you must provide proof that you completed your driver education program.

  • if under the age of 18 years old, you must have the signature of a parent, step-parent, or other adult sponsor, or file proof of insurance under certain conditions

  • if under the age of 18 years old, you must be enrolled in a school program or high school equivalency program, have graduated from high school or have been granted a private education program, and not be a habitual truant

  • pass the appropriate knowledge tests, sign and vision tests

  • pay the appropriate driver licensing fees

  • complete an application for a license - form MV3001

Teen Driver Education Packages

Leading the industry in driver education, Arcade is Wisconsin's 1st Driving School!

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COVID-19 Compliance (Click or Tap Here)

In response to Governor Ever’s State of Wisconsin “Safer At Home” order requiring all non-essential businesses to close, we will be suspending all office hours, traditional classroom instruction, and behind the wheel instruction until at least April 24, 2020. However, this is contingent upon the orders from the Governor and a reduction in the social distancing space.

Due the growing health concerns surrounding COVID-19 exposure, this will decrease the risk to our employees, students, and community.

We are still accepting new enrollments for our Online Course, and students can access that program during this time.

If you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s driver education program, please - Email Us -. We will do our absolute best to assist you any way that we can during this very difficult time.

The safety and health of our students, staff and community are the number one priority right now, and we look forward to servicing you and your family once this all passes. Please stay home and stay healthy!
Stop & Go package

Stop & Go Package

The Stop & Go Driver Education Package includes:

  • 6 hours of behind the wheel driving instruction
  • 6 hours of student observation
  • 30 hours of Traditional, Hybrid or Online Classroom

$375 - $390

To Enroll, choose option below.

traditional classroom $390

online classroom $375

Happy Days package

Happy Days Package

The Happy Days Driver Education Package includes:

  • 7 hours of behind the wheel driving instruction
  • 4 hours of student observation
  • 30 hours of Traditional, Hybrid or Online Classroom
  • Coaching from the Passenger Seat online course for parents

$449

To Enroll, choose option below.

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Bubbler package

Bubbler Package

The Bubbler Driver Education Package includes:

  • 8 hours of behind the wheel driving instruction
  • 2 hours of student observation
  • 30 hours of Traditional, Hybrid or Online Classroom
  • Coaching from the Passenger Seat online course for parents
  • Post-license Danger Zone Training course for new drivers

$569

To Enroll, choose option below.

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Bubbler package

Blue Ribbon Package

The Blue Ribbon Driver Education Package includes:

  • 9 hours of behind the wheel driving instruction
  • 0 hours of student observation
  • 30 hours of Traditional, Hybrid or Online Classroom
  • Private Lessons
  • Student Pickup & Drop off
  • Coaching from the Passenger Seat online course for parents
  • Post-license Danger Zone Training course for new drivers

$699

To Enroll, choose option below.

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Classroom Only

The Classroom Only Driver Education Package includes:

  • 30 hours of Traditional, Hybrid or Online Classroom

$150

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Online Only

Arcade Drivers School is pleased to offer the 30 hours of online classroom only! This course is perfect for your young driver if they are residing outside of our training area for the behind the wheel training! The cost for the online training only is $125.00. However, if your child intends on also completing behind the wheel training with Arcade Drivers School, please see the teen packages above for the best value!

$125

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... for Driving Only

If your son or daughter has already completed the classroom or online portion of their training and needs to complete the state required behind the wheel instruction, we can help! The minimum requirements of 6 hours behind the wheel and 6 hours observation can be taken with us by providing the completion certificate for the classroom or online. Then you can either receive a form so that the student can take their permit test at the DMV, or they can come to our main office, take the test and if they pass can go down to the DMV to receive their temporary permit. (Please note, a $100 deposit is required to enroll in our behind the wheel only program) Behind the Wheel Only: $325.00

$325

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Road Test Package (includes car)

The Road Test Driver Education Package includes:

  • Pre-road test warm up and review to insure everything is fresh in your mind when you arrive at the testing station.
  • Transportation to the testing station when it is time for your road test appointment.
  • use of the training vehicle during your road test, and
  • ... a ride home afterwards.

$119.80

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Package Options - Parent Care Program

Classroom, online or hybrid learning.

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COVID-19 Compliance (Click or Tap Here)

In response to Governor Ever’s State of Wisconsin “Safer At Home” order requiring all non-essential businesses to close, we will be suspending all office hours, traditional classroom instruction, and behind the wheel instruction until at least April 24, 2020. However, this is contingent upon the orders from the Governor and a reduction in the social distancing space.

Due the growing health concerns surrounding COVID-19 exposure, this will decrease the risk to our employees, students, and community.

We are still accepting new enrollments for our Online Course, and students can access that program during this time.

If you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s driver education program, please - Email Us -. We will do our absolute best to assist you any way that we can during this very difficult time.

The safety and health of our students, staff and community are the number one priority right now, and we look forward to servicing you and your family once this all passes. Please stay home and stay healthy!
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Classroom Options

Traditional Classroom, Online Instruction & Hybrid Program

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Coaching from the Passenger Seat

A 12-lesson pre-license course for supervising parents or guardians

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Danger Zone Training

Post-license online courses for new drivers

You will be your teen's primary driving coach!

Arcade will provide your teen with the best classroom, online and behind the wheel instruction but the supervised driving practice they do with you will give them the experience they need to succeed!

Our parent care courses will help you practice with them in a systematic way and keep them aware even after they start driving on their own. To take advantage of these great resources choose a package that includes the parent care courses.

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Powered by the Teen Driver Blueprint learning platform, the Parent Care Program from Arcade Drivers School has been designed to ensure that your new driver receives the most complete driver education available on the market today!
The program consists of two online courses developed in association with Mike Pehl, a 30 year veteran crash investigator and driving educator, to address the top danger zones causing novice driver collisions as determined by the Centers for Disease Control (cdc.gov). These danger zones include:

  • Driver Inexperience
  • Distracted Driving
  • Speeding
  • Drowsy Driving
  • Driving with Other Teen Passengers
  • Impaired Driving
  • Driving at Night
  • Seat Belts and Airbags


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The first course, Coaching from the Passenger Seat will walk you through the proper steps in supervising your new driver from the first discussion all the way to licensing day and beyond. Mike's engaging manner and straight forward instruction make it easy for you and your teen to enjoy this course and the process.

The second course, Danger Zone training is the first course of it's kind to be introduced AFTER the teen receives their license. In many cases new drivers will "forget" valuable lessons after the first few months of driving on their own. In this course your teen will receive a new lesson, every two weeks, the first reminding them of the danger zones for collisions of new drivers and the second a short dash cam video lesson to keep them engaged and aware.

This program will definitely help you, their primary driving coach, prepare them for a lifetime of safe, responsible and confident driving before and after they receive their license!

Register for a package with these great courses now.

Adult Driver Education

Teaching driver education since 1950, Arcade is Wisconsin's 1st Driving School

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COVID-19 Compliance (Click or Tap Here)

In response to Governor Ever’s State of Wisconsin “Safer At Home” order requiring all non-essential businesses to close, we will be suspending all office hours, traditional classroom instruction, and behind the wheel instruction until at least April 24, 2020. However, this is contingent upon the orders from the Governor and a reduction in the social distancing space.

Due the growing health concerns surrounding COVID-19 exposure, this will decrease the risk to our employees, students, and community.

We are still accepting new enrollments for our Online Course, and students can access that program during this time.

If you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s driver education program, please - Email Us -. We will do our absolute best to assist you any way that we can during this very difficult time.

The safety and health of our students, staff and community are the number one priority right now, and we look forward to servicing you and your family once this all passes. Please stay home and stay healthy!

Adult Driver Training

If you are over 18 years of age and are a first time driver or just require a refresher course, we've got you covered. Arcade Drivers School offers discrete, convenient training designed to work with your schedule and with a number of options to best suit your training needs!

Adults Without a Permit

For adults 18 years of age and older who do not have a Temporary Instruction Permit, we offer PRIVATE in-home tutoring to help prepare you for your permit exam. Then while everything is fresh in your mind, your instructor will take you to the DMV testing station for your exam. If you are successful in obtaining your permit, your first driving lesson will begin after leaving the DMV.

Private In-Home Permit Study

  • Private in-home tutoring
  • Includes trip to DMV and private driving lesson.

$85

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Adult Permit Test Prep Course

  • Private preparation (online) for State of Wisconsin DMV permit test.

$99

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Behind the Wheel Training with Permit

If you already have, or have just received, your permit you can choose from one of the following behind the wheel packages. Every adult training package includes:

  • each session is a full 60 minutes of actual behind-the-wheel training
  • accompanied by a State of Wisconsin licensed driving instructor
  • dual-controlled training vehicles
  • free home, school or work pickup
  • contact our office directly at (414) 328-1212 for easy payment plan options
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Pay-As-You-Go

  • no contracts
  • take as many lessons as you like
  • your instructor will evaluate and help with areas you need most

$59.90/hour

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3-Hour Package

  • 3 hours of pre-paid driving instruction
  • free home, school or work pickup and drop off

$168

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5-Hour Package

  • 5 hours of pre-paid driving instruction
  • free home, school or work pickup and drop off

$280

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10-Hour Package

  • 10 hours of pre-paid driving instruction
  • free home, school or work pickup and drop off

$560

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use our car for your road test

We have male and female driving instructors licensed by the State of Wisconsin available with safe cars available for your state road test.

Use Our Car

  • road test car
  • Includes an on-the-road pre-road test exam with a State Licensed Driving Instructor
  • you will also drive to your road test appointment while the pre-road test exam is still fresh in your mind
  • ... & you are dropped off at home, work or school after your road test appointment has concluded.

$119.80

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Failure To Yield Course

Wisconsin law provides the "rules of the road" for proper highway etiquette.

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COVID-19 Compliance (Click or Tap Here)

In response to Governor Ever’s State of Wisconsin “Safer At Home” order requiring all non-essential businesses to close, we will be suspending all office hours, traditional classroom instruction, and behind the wheel instruction until at least April 24, 2020. However, this is contingent upon the orders from the Governor and a reduction in the social distancing space.

Due the growing health concerns surrounding COVID-19 exposure, this will decrease the risk to our employees, students, and community.

We are still accepting new enrollments for our Online Course, and students can access that program during this time.

If you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s driver education program, please - Email Us -. We will do our absolute best to assist you any way that we can during this very difficult time.

The safety and health of our students, staff and community are the number one priority right now, and we look forward to servicing you and your family once this all passes. Please stay home and stay healthy!

It's The Law

As of August 1, 2012, any person who receives a citation and is convicted for failure to yield under Wisconsin statute 346.18, will be required to attend a failure to yield right-of-way course. This course can also be completed online!

Read below for information on conditions of suspension and how we can help!

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Operating Privileges

If the violation results in bodily harm, great bodily harm or death to another, the operating privilege will be suspended:

  • violation results in bodily harm = 2 month suspension
  • violation results in great bodily harm = 3 month suspension
  • violation results in death to another person = 9 month suspension

Reinstatement of Privileges

If your operating privilege is suspended, you will not be eligible to reinstate those privileges until you have successfully completed the failure to yield right-of-way course. This course has been designed to reacquaint you with vehicle right-of-way rules and provide awareness of keeping motorcyclists, pedestrians and bicyclists safe.

Arcade Drivers School offers the required 2-hour course at an affordable price. After you have successfully completed the failure to yield right-of-way course:

Course Information

Please contact our office at (414) 328-1212 for any questions you may have and to inquire about class availability and cost.

About Us

Wisconsin's very first driving school.

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COVID-19 Compliance (Click or Tap Here)

In response to Governor Ever’s State of Wisconsin “Safer At Home” order requiring all non-essential businesses to close, we will be suspending all office hours, traditional classroom instruction, and behind the wheel instruction until at least April 24, 2020. However, this is contingent upon the orders from the Governor and a reduction in the social distancing space.

Due the growing health concerns surrounding COVID-19 exposure, this will decrease the risk to our employees, students, and community.

We are still accepting new enrollments for our Online Course, and students can access that program during this time.

If you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s driver education program, please - Email Us -. We will do our absolute best to assist you any way that we can during this very difficult time.

The safety and health of our students, staff and community are the number one priority right now, and we look forward to servicing you and your family once this all passes. Please stay home and stay healthy!

  • 1950 - Our Humble Beginnings

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    A Driving School is Born

    Established in 1950, Arcade Drivers School is Wisconsin's first family owned driving school and has been specializing in teen and adult driver training for nearly 70 years.

    Licensed by the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation, we take pride in the level of service and training we provide to all of our students. Specializing in nervous beginners, our services are all designed around one thing, serving our clients better. We are not just another startup driving school looking to rush your driver through the requirements needed to get their license, see below for what we think makes us your best choice to train a responsible, safe and confident driver!

  • Experience our Difference

    Full-time highly qualified instructors are here to help you achieve your goals

    • Safe, courteous, patient, professional driving instructors fully licensed by the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation
    • Full time driving educators
    • Male and female instructors available
    • Driving Instruction given 7 days per week, 365 days per year
    • Fully insured dual-controlled training cars

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    Specialized Services Available.

    • Use of our cars for road test
    • Onsite permit testing for teens
    • Online parent coaching courses
    • Winter, snow and ice lessons available
    • Private lessons for adults with FREE home or work pickup
    • Multiple locations available for your convenience

  • Be Part Of Our Story

    As a leader in the driver education industry teaching teens and adults how to drive for nearly 7 decades, we invite you to come along on this wonderful journey when you're ready to learn how to drive.

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Classroom Locations

Serving Milwaukee, Wisconsin and surrounding areas

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COVID-19 Compliance (Click or Tap Here)

In response to Governor Ever’s State of Wisconsin “Safer At Home” order requiring all non-essential businesses to close, we will be suspending all office hours, traditional classroom instruction, and behind the wheel instruction until at least April 24, 2020. However, this is contingent upon the orders from the Governor and a reduction in the social distancing space.

Due the growing health concerns surrounding COVID-19 exposure, this will decrease the risk to our employees, students, and community.

We are still accepting new enrollments for our Online Course, and students can access that program during this time.

If you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s driver education program, please - Email Us -. We will do our absolute best to assist you any way that we can during this very difficult time.

The safety and health of our students, staff and community are the number one priority right now, and we look forward to servicing you and your family once this all passes. Please stay home and stay healthy!

View Schedule for Enrollment Options

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West Allis

8511 W Lincoln Ave West Allis
Classes meet M-F for 3 consecutive weeks.

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Brown Deer

5960 W Brown Deer Rd. Brown Deer
Classes meet M-F for 3 consecutive weeks.

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Nathan Hale High School

11601 W Lincoln Ave West Allis
Classes meet M-F for 3 consecutive weeks.

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Greenfield High School
NOTE: Greenfield H.S. Students Only.

4800 S 60th Street Greenfield
Classes meet M-F for 3 consecutive weeks.

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Milwaukee Lutheran High School

9700 W Grantosa Dr Milwaukee
Classes meet M-F for 3 consecutive weeks.

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Sussex Hamilton High School

W220 N6151 Townline Rd Sussex
Classes meet M-F for 3 consecutive weeks.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If your question is not listed, please call us at (414) 328-1212

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How do I enroll in your driver education program?

Teens:

If you are at least 15 years old, you can simply call our office during normal office hours, or you can enroll online.

To enroll online, simply view our class schedules and locate the session number (left of class date) of the class that you wish to enroll in. Then complete the online registration form, or call our registration number (414) 328-1212, to enroll by phone. It's that easy.

Adults:

Simply phone our office during normal office hours to schedule an appointment, or complete the online registration form on the schedules page.

How old do I have to be to get my Temporary Instruction Permit or a Drivers License?

You must be at least 15 and 1/2 years old to get your TIP and at least 16 years old to get your drivers License.

What does my son/daughter need to take with them, to the DMV, to get their instruction permit (temps)?

Your son/daughter will need to take the MV3001 form provided by Arcade Drivers School. In addition to that your son/daughter will also need to take a certified copy of their birth certificate or a valid US passport. In addition to that your son/daughter will also need to take their Social Security card or valid photo student ID card from their High School.

How long does my son or daughter have to drive with their instruction permit?

No matter how old your child is (under 18) when they get their instruction permit, they must drive with that instruction permit for 6 months.

When can my son or daughter start their behind the wheel lessons?

They must be 15 and 1/2 years old, AND have taken or are taking the classroom portion , AND have their instruction permit. Then they can schedule their behind the wheel lessons. The first lesson must be scheduled within the first 60 days of your child receiving their instruction permit.

How do I cancel a behind the wheel I scheduled?

All you have to do is call our main office where you are taking the behind the wheel lessons and let them know you have to cancel and reschedule. This must be done at least 24 hours in advance or you will be charged a "no show" fee.

Your son or daughter has been given all the instruction on scheduling their behind the wheel lessons. We believe that driving a car is a huge responsibility, so start by having your son or daughter schedule their own lessons.

How many behind the wheel lessons should my son or daughter schedule a month?

Your son or daughter will take on a average a lesson every 7 to 14 days. This allows the student to practice what they were taught with a parent. If you schedule a lesson every 7 to 14 days you will be completed in about 3 months. A student must complete all six lessons prior to taking their road test. Remember, they must have their instruction permit for 6 months.

Do you offer the Behind the Wheel only state required course for teens that have completed the Classroom portion at a different location?

Your son or daughter can complete the state requirements with our drivers education program. The requirements of 6 hours of Behind the Wheel Training and 6 Hours of observation, can be completed once a student provides a completion certificate showing that the entire classroom has been completed. Once that is provided to our school, you can receive the form so that the student can take their permit test at the DMV, or they can come to our main office and take the test and than go down to the DMV to receive the temporary permit once passing the test. (A 50.00 Deposit is required to receive and take the Permit test).

Once I complete my classroom and Behind the Wheel training, how do I receive my Course Completion Certificate?

All completion certificates are filed electronically through the Department of Transportation in about 7 to 10 business days of completing the final behind the wheel, and the student has completed all the other requirements of the state required course.

How much does it cost for your temporary permit at the DMV?

At the Department of Transportation it will cost you $35.00 for the Temporary Permit.

Can a student under the age of 18 receive a temporary permit without attending the driver’s education program?

Unfortunately anyone under the age of 18 years of age must be enrolled and attending a Driver’s Education Program in order to receive a temporary permit.

Our Amazing Team

Here to help you reach your goals.

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our team of instructors

Scott Banks

Training Director

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The Girls

Office Assistants

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... our Instructors

... are all in the field in their dual-controlled training cars teaching their students how to drive.

Our friendly staff is here to answer your questions. Just call (414) 328-1212.

Would you like to be part of our amazing team?

Arcade Drivers School will provide the right individuals with the necessary training to become office assistants or to get certified with the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation as a State Licensed Driving Instructor.

... rewarding opportunities if you love helping others.

Arcade Drivers School has openings for office assistants, behind-the-wheel & classroom instructors for our teen programs in the Southeastern Wisconsin area. Great positions for retired law enforcement, teacher, school bus driver or individuals interested in a change of pace. Instructor positions can be very rewarding as you teach teens a critical life skill... and of course, everyone remembers their driving instructor!

All instructor training will be provided by Arcade Drivers School and Arcade will provide a company car as the student training vehicle to those who successfully complete the Instructor Certification Program. Professional driving or teaching experience preferred but not required, as we are certified to provide you with the necessary training. Office assistants are provided with on-the-job training.

Instructor Applicants must:

  • Be available for after-school and evening hours (2:00-9:00 pm) and some weekends. Daytime hours available during the summer and non-school days.
  • Be available to work at least 30 hours a week;
  • Be 21 years old or older;
  • Be able to provide proof of high school graduation;
  • Have held a driver's license for at least 2 years; and
  • Be able to pass thorough background checks (no gross misdemeanors, sex crimes or felonies).

Join the very first driving school established in the State of Wisconsin (1950) as we positively impact families across Southeastern Wisconsin.

Job Type: Part-time

Experience:

  • Working with teens: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

License:

  • Wisconsin Driver's License for 3 yrs (Required)

Shifts:

  • Evening (Required)

To apply online, please "Click or Tap Here".

Wisconsin DMV Resources

Wisconsin Department of Motor Vehicle Resources:.

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Call (414) 328-1212

... or send us an Email