Certified Level 3 Ski or Snowboard Instructor

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it’s your first time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world. 

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success. 

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, mountain shuttles AND during the summer on bike haul, golf and other activities 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan  
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Excellent training and professional development 
• Referral Program 

Seasonal 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 

Job Specifications:

• Skill Level: Certified Level 3
• Starting Wage: $27 / hour
• Shift Availability: Full Time

Full and Part Time positions for PSIA/AASI certified instructors are available for the Winter! Positions are available in both Children’s and Adult’s Ski and Snowboard School. The Instructor will provide quality ski instruction to groups and individuals in a safe and fun manner while upholding Company guidelines.
 

Responsibilities:

• Work is either full-time or part-time
• Responsible for delivering group and private lessons in a safe and positive environment, completing any progress reports required
• Responsible for teaching group and private lessons
• Willingness to work with lesson participants aged 7 and up and when asked children between the ages of 3 and 7
• Help to serve and supervise children’s lunches where required
• Provide resort information to guests as needed or seek further assistance from other members of staff to do so
• Attend both on-snow and off-snow clinics for professional improvement
• Attend department meetings as requested
• Perform other functions that may be requested by a supervisor, manager or director

Skills:

• PSIA/AASI instructor certification or equivalent
• Caring and sensitive attitude towards guests
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible in response to changing class assignments and working in a fast paced environment

Physical Demands:

• Posses adequate competency in whatever snow sport they wish to teach (skiing or snowboarding)
• May require the ability to teach moguls, racing or cross training, i.e. skiing vs. snowboarding
• Ability to ski or snowboard at an intermediate level or above and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift beginner, adult and child skiers/snowboarders to their feet (heavy lifting)
• Must maintain strong personal appearance standards
• Ability to work in all types of weather

Certifications/Diplomas/Prerequisites:

• High School or equivalent or currently attending an educational institution

Minor Hiring Information

Minors must be at least 16 years old to apply for this position and they must meet all qualifications and requirements listed above. Please note that if you are a minor hired into this role, you will be restricted to teaching ages 3-14 and will only be permitted to teach lessons in designated beginner areas unless there is an adult instructor present (for example, when co-teaching, acting as a teaching assistant, etc.). Other restrictions may apply as the Company in its sole discretion deems necessary, including but not limited to, policies on guest bathroom breaks and accompanying children ages 3-6 on ski lifts. All other federal, state, and/or local laws and requirements for the employment of minors will apply. 

The budgeted range starts at $27.  Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.

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 491676