Job Description

As a community of adventurers and discoverers, Vail Resorts delivers an experience of a lifetime to our guests and our employees. Our team is made whole by the brave, passionate individuals who ambitiously push boundaries and challenge the status quo. Whether you’re looking for seasonal work or the career of a lifetime, join us today to reach your peak.

Full and Part Time positions for PSIA/AASI certified instructors are available for the Winter Season! 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 all Safety rules/regulations and Company guidelines.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Upholding the highest levels of guest safety on varied terrain in high altitude, with varying winter weather conditions.
• Clearly and accurately instructing assigned levels of skiing to students, both physically and verbally.
• Ensuring that students are matched to appropriate skier skill level and working with supervisors/managers to make appropriate changes when necessary.
• Assisting guests with transportation of equipment.
• Assisting guests to load and unload the chairlift.
• Communicating instructions and helping guests to their feet during a lesson; lifting children by the vest (if applicable).
• Supervising children in class at all times; assisting at lunch and snack times; ensuring return of children to identified guardian.
• Assisting in operational responsibilities of Ski & Snowboard programs including but not limited to registration process, directing guests to appropriate equipment fitting source, upkeep of outdoor teaching areas, and cleanliness of facilities.

Requirements:

• High School or Equivalent Education
• Attend Ski and Ride training sessions
• PSIA/AASI Level 1, 2 or 3 certification
• Basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and browser applications; basic internet navigation
• Must be fluent in all aspects of the English language (spoken and written)
• Must have excellent guest service skills
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Must work well in a team
• Must be able to work in inclement weather in a high alpine environment
• Must have sight, speech, and hearing abilities sufficient to learn skills, follow and provide directions
• Must be available to work holidays and weekends
• Must be able to lift, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach frequently.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working with guests of all ages
• Previous experience with teaching/coaching/mentoring
• Previous ski/snowboard instructor experience
• Knowledge of local area/resort
• Previous experience with teaching/coaching/mentoring all age groups

Do you love the mountains and wonder what it would be like to work at a mountain resort? Looking to try something new and learn how to ski, snowboard or downhill mountain bike? Are you looking to meet new friends from all over the country and world? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we invite you to come join our community today! Why not work where you play, and let the mountain be your office.

We are 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.

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