Ski Instructor

Position Summary

The Ski Instructor is responsible for delivering engaging, professional, and guest-focused ski instruction to guests of all ages and ability levels. Instructors create a positive and supportive learning environment that promotes skill development, confidence, responsible participation, and an enjoyable on-mountain experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead group and private lessons for skiers of all ages and skill levels

• Deliver lessons using approved teaching methods and progression models

• Adapt instruction to meet individual guest needs and learning styles

• Foster a fun, supportive, and confidence-building environment

• Promote return visits, lesson packages, and seasonal programs

• Assess terrain and weather conditions before and during lessons

• Follow and enforce all mountain  policies, procedures and responsibility codes

• Prioritize the well-being of guests and fellow team members during all lesson activities.

• Provide excellent customer service

• Assist with lesson lineup, class organization and guest check-in

• Support special programs, events, and seasonal camps

• Assist with other duties outside regular teaching responsibilities including, but not limited to, guest assistance, on-hill support, or other operational tasks

• Complete required training as assigned by mountain leadership

• Accurately record all hours worked, ensure time entries are complete, and promptly resolve any discrepancies prior to the end of each pay period

• Other duties as assigned by mountain leadership

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older

• Advanced skiing skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Positive, energetic and patient attitude

• Prior teaching experience preferred, but not required – we will train you

• PSIA certification is a plus, but not required

• Flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays

• Must be eligible to work in the United States

• Successful completion of background check

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to ski for extended periods of time

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including cold temperatures, snow wind, and limited visibility

• Ability to walk, stand and navigate snow-covered, icy, uneven, and changing terrain, surface conditions and subsurface conditions

• Frequent bending, lifting, and assisting guests

• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $17.50/hour

• Benefits: Complimentary ski/ride access for the duration of employment and employee discounts on food and beverages at participating locations (subject to mountain policy)