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Experienced Snowboard Instructor (Certified Level 2+) - WINTER 26-27

Aspen Skiing Company · Snowmass Village, CO · 2 wk ago
On-siteTraining$32.04–$56.98/hrFull-time

About the role

The Experienced Snowboard Instructor will teach snowboarding to individuals or groups of all ability levels, including children. The position reports to the Ski & Snowboard School Supervisor or Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Teach a variety of lessons, including group and private lessons, to guests of all ages and abilities
  • Utilize a variety of snowboarding and teaching techniques to adapt lessons to the changing needs to the learner
  • Provide exceptional guest service while always managing physical and emotional risk
  • Work together with teams of instructors to organize and group guests according to individual goals and abilities
  • Utilize Pro Card, the Ski & Snowboard School’s internal scheduling platform, to maintain an accurate work schedule
  • Demonstrate expertise with poise in the interest of sharing your passion for recreation in the mountains and representing the company with the utmost professionalism

Requirements

  • Only candidate who have a minimum of 2,000 documented teaching/coaching hours over the past 10 years and a current Level 2 certification are being considered at this time.
  • This role typically pays between $32.04 and $56.98 per hour. Actual pay will be dependent on experience and lessons taught.

Qualifications

  • Education & Experience Requirements:
    • Must be at least 18 years of age
    • Minimum 5 full-time seasons or 2,000 documented teaching hours required
    • Minimum Level 2 AASI Certification, or foreign equivalent, required
    • Children’s Specialist certification preferred
    • Must be able to ski to a level 7
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
    • Knowledge of current snowboard and teaching technique
    • Basic knowledge of motor skill learning and child development
    • Ability to demonstrate precise skiing maneuvers to students throughout the duration of a lesson
    • Ability to snowboard for the duration of multiple lesson products (multiple hours daily), on varied terrain and in varying weather conditions that are typical of the mountain environment.
    • Ability to assess dynamic slope conditions and make timely, safety-oriented decisions to ensure the safety and well-being of oneself, students, and others
    • Ability to evaluate and adjust to changing weather, terrain, and instructional challenges by making swift, informed decisions that prioritize safety and effective outcomes
    • Demonstrate self and social awareness, and develop relationships built on trust with all guests and fellow employees
    • Ability to demonstrate all aspects of current level of certification to published certification standards

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off Programs
  • Paid Leave Programs
  • Employee Ski Pass
  • Other company perks

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