Entry Ski or Snowboard Instructor – FT & PT – Winter Seasonal

Reach Your Peak at Vail Resorts.

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-Time and Part-Time positions available Paid Training The Instructor will provide quality ski or snowboard instruction to groups and individuals in a safe and fun manner while upholding all Colorado Skier Safety Act rules/regulations and Company guidelines.

Upholding the highest levels of guest safety on varied terrain in high altitude, with varying winter weather conditions.

Job Responsibilities (include but are not limited to): Clearly and accurately instructing assigned levels of skiing or snowboarding to students, both physically and verbally.

Ensuring that students are matched to appropriate skier/snowboarding skill level and working with supervisors/managers to make appropriate changes when necessary.

Provide a safe and fun learning environment through exceptional class handling and creativity using our teaching handbook as a guide.

Assisting in operational responsibilities of Ski & Snowboard programs including but not limited to registration process, directing guests to appropriate equipment fitting source or lesson meeting place, upkeep of outdoor teaching areas and cleanliness of facilities.

Attend morning meetings.

Must be able to discuss the lesson content and evaluate the progress of the lesson with the guest.

Must have high level of guest service skills and experience.

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.

Arrive to work on time prepared for all duties within job description.

Able to work cooperatively with staff and other departments to ensure safety, security and enjoyment of our guests.

Knowledge and awareness of the environment.

Must be able to make sound decisions based on weather conditions, terrain and temperatures.

Supervising children in class at all times; assisting at lunch and snack times; ensuring return of children to identified guardian (children’s instructors only).

Must be willing to perform occasional duties with other departments (e.g.

scanning, food & beverage, lift operations).

Must be willing to perform occasional duties with other departments (e.g.

scanning, food & beverage, lift operations) Requirements: High school diploma Minor computer skills in order to operate browser Fluency in English language, both verbal and written Strong intermediate skier or snowboarder, who can make parallel or linked turns on blue terrain Excellent communication skills with ability to communicate effectively to groups and individuals as assigned Must work well in a team Must be able to work in inclement weather in a high alpine environment Must be available to work holidays and weekends Must be willing to adhere to the Vail Resorts policy of wearing an approved helmet at all times while teaching Preferred Skills: Previous experience with teaching/coaching/mentoring Previous ski or snowboard instructor experience Experience in working with children (children instructors only) Bi-lingual in Spanish Benefits include: Free Ski passes for employees and dependents Discount lift tickets for friends and family Free ski lessons Discounted lodging, food, gear and mountain shuttles Discounted bike haul & golf in the summer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans (full-time positions) 401(k) Retirement Plan Excellent training and professional development Crested Butte is the untamed destination at the end of the road.

We are confident in who we are and what we seek; pure, wild nature.

We take bold risks to pursue our passions and demonstrate our untamed, intrepid grit in our everyday actions.

Our dedication to our mountains, community, coworkers and guests set us apart and bring us together.

Come join us at the end of the road.

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 217007