Ski Instructor

About the role

Ski and Ride School coaches deliver quality lessons using Ski and Ride School training materials and PSIA/AASI methodology. Instructors serve as educators and resort ambassadors while promoting safety, fun, learning, and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Teach beginner ski lessons, primarily to children ages 4–17
• Provide safe, engaging lessons tailored to guest ability levels
• Create a supportive learning environment focused on confidence and progression
• Assess student abilities and provide constructive feedback
• Follow all safety protocols and mountain policies
• Attend required training and professional development opportunities
• Assist with snow shoveling, learning area setup/teardown, lesson records, incident reports, and other assigned duties

Requirements

• License/Certifications - PSIA Certifications preferred
• Physical Capabilities - Employee must be capable of skiing or snowboarding in all types of terrain in varying and sometimes hazardous snow and weather conditions at an intermediate level. Must be capable of standing for long periods of time, in ski/ride equipment. Must be capable of frequently or constantly balancing, reaching, squatting, bending, kneeling, stooping, handling and twisting. May require out of the ordinary skiing or snowboarding movements in order to assist children on the mountain. Must be capable of occasionally carrying, lifting, pushing or pulling up to 75lbs.

Qualifications

• Education/Related Experience - Previous experience working with Children preferred. Previous experience as a ski/ride instructor preferred.

Skills

• Excellent and professional verbal communication skills are necessary
• Ability to work in a team environment with a growth mindset and desire to collaborate, communicate and encourage.
• Willingness to continue personal development in the realms of people skills, teaching skills and technical skills

Benefits

• Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass
• Employee housing
• Discounted onsite childcare
• Accrued paid sick leave
• 401(k) match
• Great discounts and access to pro deals
• Depending on employment status you could qualify for full medical benefits, vacation time, and paid parental leave.

Pay

$19.00 to $45.00/hour based on certification and lesson type

Schedule

Part-time instructors are expected to work 2-3 days a week, and full-time instructors are expected to work 4-6 days a week.

Employment Status

Full Time or Part Time Seasonal