Supervisor: Ski School-S

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 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.

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).

Employee 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
•    Referral Program

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

Job Summary:
The Ski & Ride School Supervisor is responsible for supporting the daily guest and employee experience by leading Ski & Ride School operations and modeling Vail Resorts’ mission, vision, and values. This role supports instructional quality, staffing execution, guest service recovery, employee development, and safety standards while ensuring efficient and professional operation of Ski & Ride School programs.

The Supervisor works closely with Ski & Ride School leadership, administrative staff, and other resort departments to ensure a seamless experience for guests and a positive, engaging workplace for employees.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily Ski & Ride School operations, including indoor and outdoor teaching areas and instructional programs
• Maintain instructional quality standards through observation, feedback, and use of training resources
• Align daily staffing and lesson assignments with guest demand, reservations, and labor guidelines
• Provide coaching, feedback, and performance support to instructors and assistant supervisors
• Support Guest Experience targets and resolve guest concerns using service recovery standards
• Lead, model, and enforce departmental and resort safety policies and procedures
• Ensure team members are knowledgeable about lesson products, schedules, and company policies
• Oversee multiple lines of business, including Adult Lessons, Private Lessons, Children’s Programs, Seasonal Programs, and Adaptive offerings (as applicable)
• Partner with Ski & Ride School leadership to support seasonal goals, training priorities, and continuous improvement
• Communicate effectively with leadership, peers, and cross-functional partners
• Model professionalism, inclusivity, and Vail Resorts’ values always
• Teach guests or assist with instruction when operationally necessary
• Complete administrative, reporting, and operational tasks as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a Ski & Snowboard School environment
• PSIA/AASI Level 1 certification or equivalent
• Strong understanding of ski and snowboard instruction fundamentals
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively lead, support, and develop teams
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and variable schedules
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• College degree or coursework in a related field
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience
• Experience working with children’s programs
• Advanced PSIA/AASI certification levels
  

The role you are being hired into requires further background check clearances by the State of Pennsylvania, which will need to be completed before you can begin work. For more information on the clearances, click here.  

The expected pay range is $52,000.00 - $65,137.70. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

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. 

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

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  514364
Reference Date: 04/15/2026 
Job Code Function: Ski/Snow School