Adaptive Ski and Snowboard Instructor

About the Role

The Outdoors for All team is inviting experienced winter instructors to apply for paid positions this season. If you have 2+ years instructing and/or relevant certifications from organizations such as PSIA-AASI, are willing to commit to teaching 3-5 days/week, and meet the requirements outlined below, please submit a resume and introduction to info@outdoorsforall.org.

Responsibilities

• Teach private lessons to participants using adaptive equipment and techniques 3-5 days each week, including weekends.
• Work with students ages 7+ of all abilities.
• Create a safe and fun learning environment.
• Communicate with full-time staff regarding participant progress, plans, and schedules daily.
• Complete paperwork daily to track progress and participant experience.
• Collaborate and work with volunteer instructors assisting on lessons.
• Be a positive representative and promoter of Outdoors for All programs, events, and activities in our community.
• Communicate with staff lead regarding risk management issues related to programs to ensure safety remains the primary goal.
• Comply with Outdoors for All safety and health policies and procedures.
• Participate fully as a member of the Outdoors for All staff team.
• Perform other duties as identified.

Requirements

• Must be patient, empathetic, and willing to adapt to different needs.
• Must have experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English.
• Must be a level 7 skier/snowboarder or higher.
• Must have at least 2 years of teaching experience.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs, maneuver over uneven surfaces, and operate in program environments with adverse weather conditions.
• Must be available to work every weekend from December 19 - March 31.
• This position requires both on and off snow time with participants ages 7+.
• Must attend pre-season training in December. Placement is contingent upon successfully completing training and meeting the minimum skill requirements and safety standards.
• Must be able to work in a team setting and alone.
• Must have a strong value for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Passion for teaching snow sports and desire to create inclusion.
• Must own equipment or be able to obtain by completion of training (must pass binding inspection) and own professional-looking gear.
• Current First Aid card and CPR training (or willingness to obtain within 14 days).
• Must pass Washington state background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference given to individuals with current PSIA/AASI certification, especially those who hold adaptive certifications.
• Preference given to individuals with bi/mono ski knowledge and experience tethering, or the willingness to obtain through training.
• Preference given to those who have experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Preference given to those who are able to communicate using ASL.

Pay

Hourly: $23-25

Schedule

Part-Time, Non-Exempt. Hours are dependent on the program schedule, typically Thursday-Sunday. Evening and weekend work required.

Work Location

In person, based out of Stevens Pass and Summit West at The Summit at Snoqualmie, depending on the program.

Benefits

• Summit at Snoqualmie season pass
• Discounted Stevens Pass season pass