Certified Ski Instructor – Mandarin Speaking

About the role

Northstar Ski & Ride School is launching a Mandarin‑taught Snow Start program for the 2026‑2027 season. We are seeking Mandarin‑speaking instructors to lead three Saturday Snow Start sessions and to join the ski school as instructors with a flexible schedule for the remainder of the season.

Responsibilities

• Teach group and private lessons
• Work with guests of all ages and abilities
• Deliver world‑class guest service to all guests
• Create a safe and fun learning environment
• Support all ski school needs inclusive of scanning, running surface lifts, facilitating lunch, fitting equipment
• Provide guest feedback that inspires and creates lifelong skiers and riders
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Fluent in Mandarin (and English)
• PSIA‑AASI Level 1 certification or greater (or ISIA equivalent)
• Commitment to the three Snow Start Saturdays
• Commitment to 12 total working days throughout the season (including peak business days)
• Commitment to 4 days of paid training in late November/early December
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays
• Minimum age of 16 years

Skills

• Mandarin language fluency (spoken)
• English communication
• Certified ski/snowboard instruction ability
• Strong guest service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to teach group and private lessons
• Ability to support lift operations, equipment fitting, and lunch facilitation

Benefits

• Free employee passes
• Discounted lift tickets for friends and family
• Free ski and snowboard lessons for employees
• Additional discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 40% retail discount
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development (Epic Service)
• Referral program
• Wellness benefits
• Some of the highest compensation rates in the industry
• Housing availability

Pay

$21.00/hr – $64.34/hr (minimum base wage, with potential for additional teaching incentives)

Schedule

Three targeted Saturdays (dates to be confirmed) for the Snow Start program, plus a commitment of 12 total working days throughout the season (including peak business days) and 4 days of paid training in late November/early December; minimal schedule outside these commitments; full‑time and part‑time hours available for the Winter Seasonal 2026/2027.