Ride Smart Driver

Ride Smart Driver

Montgomery County Educational Service Center Board Office - Dayton, Ohio Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5895736

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 20, 2026 7:05 PM (UTC)

Montgomery County Educational Service Center

200 South Keowee Street, Dayton, OH 45402

Job Title: Ride Smart Driver

Job Location: Montgomery County ESC

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Salary: Starting at $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. #WeAreMCESC!

Join Our Team of Outstanding Drivers!

Introducing Ride Smart Ohio, a student-focused transportation solution for Ohio school districts. Ride Smart Ohio helps address the driver shortage in Ohio by providing safe, reliable transportation for students who are not served by regular bus routes or who have unique or special transportation needs.

Students need caring, compassionate drivers to help them access their educational opportunities. As a Ride Smart Ohio driver, you can provide safe transportation for students while traveling along your usual route to work, school, or other destinations. You may be the one person today who makes a meaningful difference for a child!

• Safely transport students to and from school, programs, and other authorized destinations.
• Provide a safe, reliable, and welcoming transportation experience for students.
• Follow all applicable Ohio laws, regulations, Ride Smart Ohio procedures, and safety requirements.
• Complete a daily pre-trip inspection of the vehicle before each drive.
• Maintain appropriate student supervision and behavior expectations while students are in the vehicle.
• Report accidents, incidents, vehicle damage, safety concerns, or other issues promptly.
• Maintain required vehicle cleanliness and report maintenance concerns as needed.
• Complete all required transportation documentation and records accurately and on time.
• Complete required driver training and annual in-service training.
• Maintain current licensing, medical, background check, and other required qualifications.
• Communicate professionally with students, families, school staff, and Ride Smart Ohio personnel.
• Follow all Ride Smart Ohio policies and procedures related to student transportation and confidentiality.
• Provide dependable transportation services while demonstrating patience, compassion, and professionalism.

• Must be at least 21 years of age
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• At least four (4) years of driving experience
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• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to successfully pass an annual physical examination.
• Satisfactory criminal background report.
• Proof of current vehicle insurance.
• Acceptable driving record and successful completion of Ride Smart Ohio's required driver record checks.
• Ability to successfully complete the required 4-hour van driver training in accordance with Ohio Department of Education and Workforce requirements.
• Ability to complete 2 hours of annual in-service training
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• Strong commitment to safe and defensive driving practices.
• Dependability, patience, and a genuine interest in supporting students.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to comply with all Ride Smart Ohio vehicle and safety requirements.

Ride Smart Ohio will conduct semi-annual driver record checks. Drivers may be disqualified from driving for Ride Smart Ohio if their record includes:

• More than six (6) points during the past two (2) years.
• A conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or a controlled substance during the past ten (10) years.
• Two (2) or more serious traffic violations as defined by the Ohio Revised Code.
• Any railroad crossing violation during the past year, whether by conviction, video, or report from a railroad official.

• Drivers may use their own personal vehicle, subject to Ride Smart Ohio approval and inspection requirements.
• Vehicle must be constructed…