Ski and Snowboard School Instructor

About the role

The Ski and Snowboard School Instructor will provide instruction to students of all ages and various ability levels in alpine skiing and/or snowboarding techniques, skills, and safety protocols, in a safe, professional, and fun manner consistent with the school’s progression.

Qualifications

• Teach students of all ages and various ability levels.
• Plan, organize, and implement ability-appropriate lessons.
• Promote and emphasize safety in all classes.
• Maintain a positive attitude and encourage further learning by teaching high-quality lessons.
• Work as a team to assist with set-up, take-down, and maintenance of facilities on a daily basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor or manager.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• This is a physical position. The ability to lift 50 pounds and remain on your feet in skiing/snowboarding equipment for long periods of time is required.
• Effective oral and written communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude in and adapt to rapidly changing environmental, social, and physical conditions.

Required Equipment

• Skis and/or a snowboard, boots, and bindings that can pass a safety inspection.
• Black pants appropriate for winter activities.
• Professional under layers appropriate for a wide range of temperatures.
• A helmet that is appropriate for skiing/snowboarding.
• A uniform jacket for outdoor use will be provided.

Working Environment/Physical Activities

• Ninety percent of the workday is spent outside on a ski slope or riding a chair lift.
• Employees must be able to focus on multiple things at once, including changing terrain, weather, and guests, and should place the safety of guests in the forefront of their attention.
• Employees may occasionally be asked to assist a guest with equipment or a guest who has fallen down.
• Employees must be constantly engaged in customer conversation and are expected to provide exemplary customer service even when not actively teaching a lesson.

Benefits

This role comes with a free season pass for you and your dependents. For a full list of benefits visit https://www.purgatory.ski/employee-benefits/.

Pay

Details on pay will be provided upon hire.

Schedule

Details on schedule will be provided upon hire.