Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructor

Date:  May 2, 2025
Location: 

Peninsula, OH, US

Company:  Boston Mills and Brandywine Ski Area
Shift Type:  Winter Seasonal 2025/2026

 

Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!

 

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until June 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

 

Job Summary: 

Experience the best office in the world teaching skiing and snowboarding to guests of all ages. Certified Ski or Snowboard Instructors will deliver quality ski/snowboard instruction to groups and individuals, providing world class guest service in a safe and fun environment. Full and Part Time positions available.  

 

Job Specifications:  

  • Starting Wage: $21.00/hr - $62.52/hr  

  •  Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026  

  • Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available 

  •  Minimum Age: At least 16 years of age  

  •  Housing Availability: Yes   

 

Job Responsibilities: 

  • Teach group and private lessons 

  • Work with guests of all ages and abilities.  

  • Deliver world class guest service to all guests 

  • Create a safe and fun learning environment 

  • Support all ski school needs inclusive of scanning, running surface lifts, facilitating lunch, fitting equipment 

  • Provide guest feedback that inspires and creates lifelong skiers and riders 

  • Other duties as assigned 

 

Job Requirements: 

  • Minimum PSIA/AASI instructor Level 1 certification or equivalent and above 

  • Must be able to communicate fluently in English 

  • Must be willing to work weekends/holidays 

  • Placement as an instructor is contingent upon successfully completing training and meeting the minimum skill, guest service, and safety standards. 

 

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $21.00/hr - $62.52/hr. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
 

Job Benefits

  • Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
  • MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Excellent training and professional development

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

  • Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
  • Free ski passes for dependents
  • Critical Illness and Accident plans

 

Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment for Broomfield-based roles where employees must live within 50 miles of the Broomfield office and work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays.

 

Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion. 

 

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

 

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

 

Requisition ID  508174
Reference Date: 05/08/2025 
Job Code Function: Ski/Snow School
   
 


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