Ski/Snowboard Instructor

JOB TITLE: Ski/Snowboard Instructor

JOB SUMMARY: Provide high-quality snowboard and ski instruction to guests of all ages and skill levels, ensuring a fun, safe, and engaging learning environment.

REPORTS TO: Adventure Center Manager

PRIMARY DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

1. Welcome and engage with guests in a friendly and professional manner

2. Assess students’ ability levels and tailor instruction accordingly

3. Instruct individuals and groups in skiing or snowboarding techniques

4. Reinforce and encourage skill development through guided practice

5. Teach and emphasize safety, control, and mountain awareness 

6. Maintain lesson schedule (50-minute sessions)

7. Collaborate with ski shop and resort staff to ensure seamless guest experiences

PRIOR EXPERIENCE: Prior experience is required.

RESPONSIBLE FOR:  The safety, supervision, and skill development of all guests during lessons.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Bending and lifting without restriction, having beginners fall on you.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Teaching four to six (4-6) hours in cold weather.

HAZARDS ENCOUNTERED: Ice, snow, wind, fog, and cold.

NOTICE

Job descriptions are not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management must reserve the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush job, or technological development) dictate. Because of various seasonal requirements, jobs in other areas of the resort may be offered as a replacement for this position to include work in other areas e.g. grounds maintenance, housekeeping, kitchen, etc.

 
SKILLS REQUIRED: 

• Strong snowboarding or skiing ability
• Enjoyment of and aptitude for teaching beginners through advanced levels
• Creativity and patience, especially when working with children

 EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• High School or Equivalent Education
• Be at least 16 years of age or older
• Attend Ski and Ride training sessions
• 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
• 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.

Professional Ski Instructors of America certification is preferred. 

 SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS: 

• 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

PERSONALITY REQUIREMENTS: Friendly, patient and able to communicate effectively with guests.