Ski & Snowboard Instructors

About the role

Plattekill Mountain Snowsports School is hiring ski and snowboard instructors for the 2026‑27 season. Instructors will teach both children and adults, sharing their passion for skiing and snowboarding while working with an enthusiastic team of snow pros.

Responsibilities

• Teach skiing and snowboarding to children and adults of varying skill levels.
• Participate in on‑snow training clinics provided in December.
• Support the Snowsports School’s mission of delivering fun, safe, and instructional experiences on the mountain.

Requirements

• Intermediate‑level skiing and snowboarding ability.
• Comfortable teaching both children and adults.
• PSIA/AASI certification is not required but is considered a plus.

Skills

• Enthusiasm for sharing a passion for skiing and snowboarding.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse age groups.
• Reliability and commitment to the scheduled work days.

Benefits

• Choice between an 18‑day or 25‑day attendance commitment, each with its own set of benefits and perks.
• On‑snow training clinics provided in December to prepare for the season.

Pay

Competitive pay rates that are commensurate with certification levels.

Schedule

• Instructors may select either an 18‑day or 25‑day attendance commitment.
• Plattekill Mountain is open on weekends only during December.
• After the Christmas holiday week the mountain operates every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, plus Presidents Week.