Ski and Snowboard Instructor

Teach skiing and/or snowboarding to groups or individuals of all ages and abilities in a low risk and fun learning environment through excellent class management, people skills, teaching skills, technical skills with proper demonstrations and creativity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide clear direction and on-hill instruction to snow sport students.
• Teach proper technique appropriate to the ability level of each student.
• Instruct group and private lessons of varying ability and age levels.
• Maintain personal gear in a safe, functional and attractive condition.
• Access skill and ability levels and organize groups efficiently.
• Follow the Responsibility Code and reduce risk for guests on varied terrain in winter weather
• Promote safety, emphasizing skier responsibility code as top priority.
• Verify students have proper safety equipment and properly functioning gear.
• Confirm that guests have purchased a lift ticket before lessons begin.
• Evaluate and oversee the development of each student's skills.
• Develop strategies enabling students to reach their individual goals.
• Supervise children at all times in class.
• Provide instruction in a professional and effective manner.
• Connect and communicate with parents and/or chaperones.
• Inspect and monitor trail conditions to reduce risk for lessons.
• Report unsafe ski hazards to appropriate departments as needed.
• Assist students in the loading and unloading of chair lifts & carpet lifts.
• Wear a clean and tidy uniform while working.
• Prepare all required records and/or reports for all lessons taught.
• Attend mandatory staff training and abide by the Staff Handbook
• Continually learn and update teaching, technical and skiing/snowboarding skills based on PSIA/AASI standards.
• Maintain attendance and punctuality, and exercise good judgment.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Snow Sports Directors and Managers

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

• Intermediate to advanced skiing/snowboarding ability required.
• Effective teaching skills working with children and adults.
• Act as a role model; motivating and positively influencing students.
• Be able to maintain a positive and professional attitude.
• Must be adaptable and willing to learn and improve personal skills.
• Display mature judgment skills in making decisions.
• PSIA /AASI certification or equivalent experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Basic proficiency with email and internet websites.

Core Competencies

• Friendly Service: Treat people courteously and respond in a helpful manner.
• Maintain a high level of productivity displaying energy & enthusiasm.
• Interact with team members effectively and put team & company goals first.

Physical Demands

• Frequent verbal and written communication.
• Good physical condition including flexibility, strength, and endurance.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. in awkward positions on steep and slippery surfaces.
• Must be mentally attentive and focused at all times.
• Must be able to adapt to climate and work in extreme weather conditions.

Requirements

Shift Requirements:

• Frequent evening shifts for school programs and family nights.
• Frequent weekend and holiday shifts.

Age Requirements:

• Applicants must be at least age 16.

Other Requirements:

• Cori / Pro Screen background check required prior to being hired.
• New hires must complete the Instructor Training Course (ITC), which includes at home work as well as on snow assessments.

Attendance of ski or snowboard clinics required for all instructors.

Report to:

Lineup Supervisors

Admin Manager

Assistant Director

Director