Ski Instructor (Experienced)

About the Role

Brighton Resort is seeking passionate, experienced ski instructors dedicated to teaching and creating exceptional guest experiences. This seasonal full-time or part-time position starts in mid-November, with a typical schedule of 8:45 am - 4 pm, 1-5 days per week, including potential evening classes. Instructors will share their expertise through private lessons, group programs, and multi-week lesson series for skiers of all ages and abilities in a supportive, collaborative culture that values development and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Attend mandatory paid training for experienced instructors on Nov 21 and 22 (or rescheduled to Nov 21, Dec 5, and 6 if snow conditions are poor).
• Ensure the safety and learning of students in lessons.
• Teach students of all ages and abilities.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, resort staff, and guests.
• Engage in continuing education, including teaching tactics, sliding skills, and people skills.
• Perform other duties related to the daily operation of the Ski School.
• Work outdoors in a winter mountain environment in a physically strenuous and mentally demanding role for the full operating season.
• Arrive by 8:45 AM unless teaching an afternoon or evening shift (some weekends, holidays, or powder mornings may require arriving at the mouth of the canyon by 7:00 AM due to traffic).
• Complete additional training before teaching solo.
• Work every Saturday and/or Sunday during multi-week programs for consistency.
• Full-time instructors (4-5 days/week) must teach at least 2 afterschool programs per week from January through March and work 5 days a week in March for spring break.
• Part-time instructors must work at least 1 day per week consistently on a Saturday or Sunday and teach one afterschool program (4:30-6:30 PM) once a week for 8 weeks starting in January.
• Wear a Brighton uniform, black pants, a nametag, and a helmet while working.
• Use a personal phone for communication, scheduling, guest contact, and approving daily timesheets.
• Complete and submit digital report cards for each student.
• Work 4.5 to 6 hours per day when scheduled (work is not guaranteed daily due to demand).

Requirements

• 18+ years old.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• Experience working with students of varying ages, skills, and group sizes.
• Intermediate+ skiing or snowboarding skills.
• Employment contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
• PSIA or AASI certification is a plus but not required.
• A growth mindset (openness to learning and feedback).
• Must submit a resume during the application process.

Benefits

• Free all-access Brighton Ski Pass.
• Free UTA ski bus access.
• Discounted Brighton lift tickets for friends and family.
• Access to discounted lift tickets at multiple ski areas.
• Employee discounts at all Brighton outlets and all Boyne Resorts.
• Discounted membership at Momentum Indoor Climbing gym.
• Access to retail discounts via ExpertVoice, Liberty Mountain, and Outdoor Prolink.

Pay

Instructors are paid an hourly wage plus a "student incentive" per student. This is a commission-based role.

Schedule

Typical schedule is 8:45 AM - 4 PM, 1-5 days per week, with potential evening classes. Full-time instructors may work 4-5 days per week, while part-time instructors work at least 1 day per week consistently on weekends. Work is not guaranteed daily due to demand.