Madison-Champaign ESC Hiring Regional Pre-Service Instructor to Support School Transportation Safety

The Madison-Champaign Educational Service Center is seeking applicants for a Regional Pre-Service Instructor (West Region), a key role focused on training and certifying school bus and van drivers across the region.

Based at the ESC office at 2200 S. U.S. Highway 68 in Urbana, the position 

operates under a contract with the Ohio Department of Education and plays an important role in ensuring safe and effective student transportation.

The Regional Pre-Service Instructor is responsible for leading training programs for bus drivers, transportation supervisors, and on-bus instructors. Duties include conducting certification training and performance evaluations, scheduling pre-service and veteran driver classes, facilitating regional Road-E-O events, and providing ongoing in-service training opportunities for school districts. The position also serves in an advisory capacity to districts and participates in state-level committees as requested.

Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, along with a thorough understanding of school transportation regulations and safety practices. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree, prior supervisory and teaching experience, and a valid Ohio Department of Education license or certificate. Applicants must also hold a valid Commercial Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements and have at least two years of school bus driving experience.

Successful candidates must pass BCI and FBI background checks.

Those interested in applying can view the full job posting and submit an application online at: https://mccesc.schoolspring.com?jobid=5597121

The Madison-Champaign ESC continues to play a vital role in supporting local schools through services that enhance safety, efficiency, and student success across the region.