DriveSmart Instructor

Dayton Area School Consortium; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Educational Service Center is seeking a DriveSmart Instructor to provide driver education to teens and adults. You will deliver instruction using the approved Ohio curriculum, adapt methods to learner needs, and maintain a safe, focused learning environment.

Responsibilities include student progress documentation, timely reporting, and compliance with all laws and policies. Start date is ASAP; part-time hours and a $25.00 hourly wage are offered, with flexible scheduling as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to pass a required physical examination.
• Valid driver's license held for at least five years with ≤6 points.
• Willingness to complete Ohio Driver Training licensure.
• Strong commitment to safe, defensive driving practices.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Satisfactory pre-employment screening and drug/alcohol testing.
• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours and basic computer use.

Responsibilities

• Provide driver education to teens and adults per Ohio standards.
• Deliver instruction with state curriculum and adapt to learners.
• Maintain classroom and vehicle safety and behavior management.
• Document student progress in Driver Training Logs and notify guardians as needed.
• Complete all required paperwork and reporting promptly.
• Ensure compliance with traffic laws and organizational policies.
• Report incidents to a supervisor and coordinate maintenance of vehicles.
• Participate in required training and maintain certifications.
• Collaborate with instructors, office staff, and management to support students.

Skills

Communication skills

Defensive driving

Flexibility

Computer literacy

Safety mindset

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

• Position Type:High School Teaching/ Driver Education
• Date Posted:8/31/2026
• Location:Montgomery County Learning Center East

Montgomery County Educational Service Center

200 South Keowee Street, Dayton, OH 45402

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Job Title:DriveSmart Instructor

Job Location:Montgomery County ESC Board Office

Start Date:As Soon As Possible

Salary:$25.00 per hour

Full/Part-Time:Part-Time

Days:As Needed

Who We Are:

We're a premier provider of high quality, cost effective, special education services in Ohio. We serve 16 public school districts in our county and more than 130 educational entities across Ohio.

What You'll Do:

• Provide driver education services to teens and adults in accordance with the State of Ohio Driver Training Program.
• Deliver instruction using the approved state curriculum, adapting teaching methods to meet individual student learning needs.
• Maintain appropriate classroom and in-vehicle behavior management, ensuring a safe and focused learning environment.
• Assess student progress and document performance accurately in Driver Training Logs; communicate updates to parents/guardians when applicable.
• Complete all required documentation, records, and reporting in a timely and accurate manner.
• Comply with all applicable motor vehicle laws and regulations.
• Report traffic citations, accidents, vehicle damage, or any incidents involving staff, students, or the public to a supervisor immediately.
• Refuel training vehicles, report maintenance concerns promptly, and maintain cleanliness of assigned vehicles.
• Complete all required training and maintain current certifications as required.
• Follow all organizational policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Collaborate effectively with instructors, office staff, and management to support student success and service quality.
• Prepare and submit paperwork and related documentation as directed.

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to successfully pass a required physical examination.
• Valid driver's license held for a minimum of five (5) years.
• Fewer than six (6) points on your driving record.
• Willingness and ability to successfully complete all required training to obtain licensure through the State of Ohio Driver Training Program.
• Strong commitment to safe, defensive driving practices.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Satisfactory pre-employment screening and ongoing compliance with random drug and alcohol testing.
• Flexibility to work non-traditional schedules and irregular hours as needed.
• Basic computer proficiency, or willingness to quickly develop job-related technology skills.
• Commitment to high-performance standards, including engagement, proficiency, and resilience.
• Maintains a criminal record that does not prohibit employment in a public school setting.

Montgomery County ESC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.