Location: Nederland, Colorado
Eldora is the backyard winter mountain playground for Greater Denver, Boulder County, and Colorado's northern Front Range. Eldora is located just outside of the charming mountain town of Nederland, Colorado, about 20 miles west of Boulder and less than 50 miles from downtown Denver.
Eldora strives to deliver Colorado’s Front Range the most memorable outdoor adventures to locals and out-of-town visitors. Eldora Mountain Resort employs up to 700 employees at peak season and has 680 acres of lift-accessible terrain for skiing and snowboarding, including a Woodward Mountain Park experience, and a world class Nordic Center.
This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees to Work Where You Play!
Free employee season pass and free or discounted dependent(s) season pass
Free and discounted friends & family day passes
Free RTD EcoPass
Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more)
401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting
Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & Colorado Ski County resorts
50% day passes at IKON pass resorts (out of state & out of country)
Position Summary: Ski & Ride School 4-6 Specialist Instructors are experts at keeping things light and focusing on fun in a creative and friendly way all while providing unparalleled learning and customer service experiences for our youngest guests. They instill trust and a love for having fun in our alpine environment while guiding the next generation of skiers/riders to discover the joys of winter sports. Our 4-6 Specialist instructors work throughout the season and ensure the best possible experience for the Eldora guest, working on an individual basis and as a part of the Eldora team. Previous experience with teaching/coaching/mentoring children or customer service preferred.
At Eldora we’re in this business because we believe the adventure lifestyle brings meaning and purpose to people’s lives. We have an insatiable passion for the outdoors and our community, and we don’t see the point in doing something unless it is fun. We are looking for individuals who embody this statement and want to foster an environment where Eldora is ‘the Place to Learn!!’ Join a community that has provided multiple generations of Front Range residents with their first experiences on snow. Every day, we deliver memorable experiences, enhance people’s lives, and have fun doing it.
Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:
Must love working with kids ages 4-6 and can communicate effectively with children and parents to build long lasting relationships with the entire family.
Must be able to share your love for skiing/riding in a way that 4-6 year olds can relate to in a safe and effective manner.
Teach skiing or snowboarding with a keen focus on the welfare of the students.
Have a desire to learn and develop personal skills by attending our free, ongoing ski & snowboard training.
Has an entrepreneurial mindset and sees an opportunity to build their brand through Eldora’s client base and SRS products.
Live the Eldora culture of being welcoming and inclusive while abiding by our policies.
Work with the SRS team in teaching and non-teaching duties.
Must be able to access daily schedules and company notices electronically.
All employees are expected to support Eldora’s corporate responsibility commitment to protect the environment by participating in our Sustainable Transportation Program. This includes choosing alternative transportation, carpooling, using the employee shuttle, and avoiding onsite parking on weekends and peak days. These actions help reduce Scope 3 emissions, lead by example, and ensure adequate parking for our guests.
Able to work long and irregular hours including weekends and holidays.
Must be able to work weekends and holidays as required by resort operations.
Specific Job Skills:
Ability to ski and ride well, but we are looking for someone who loves working with small children and who has the desire to develop their personal skiing and/or riding skills.
Must be an excellent communicator and work well with others in and outside of the SRS department.
Previous experience working with children (4-14yr olds) preferred, not required.
Must have empathy and patience.
High School degree or equivalent
Ability to pass a background check by company standards.
PSIA-AASI certifications preferred, not required
Physical Demands:
Bending, reaching, climbing, pushing, pulling & prolonged standing
Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
Extended periods of outdoor exposure
Extreme cold
Variation in temperature from hot to cold
Schedule:
Non-Peak Days (M-F): 8:30am-4:00pm
Peak Days (Sa/Sun/Holidays): 8:30am-4:00pm
This schedule represents an average work week and is subject to change based on guest volume, operational needs, and weather conditions.
Compensation & Benefits:
Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $18+/hour (non-certified), $21+/hour (PSIA-AASI certified), actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.
Benefits: This is a seasonal position eligible for season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.
*This position is not eligible for Employee housing or H-2B/J-1 visa applicants. Please see other job postings within the Eldora jobs page if you need housing or visa accommodations.*
POWDR-Eldora Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Eldora Mountain Resort in Boulder County, Colorado. 20 miles west of Boulder, CO. We are situated in the heart of Colorado's front range playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment. All employees must align with the Play Forever program which implements our core values through support and execution Powdr’s corporate responsibility commitment to protect the environment and support our community in Eldora’s everyday operations. This will be posted for a minimum of 3 days or until the position is filled.