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Team Lead- Children's Programs

Vail Resorts
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Sept 2025
💰 $129,040/yr($50,000/yr$129,040/yr)

About the role

 

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

 

Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

 

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

 

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

 

Employee Benefits

•    Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons 
•    MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
•    401(k) Retirement Plan 
•    Employee Assistance Program
•    Excellent training and professional development
•    Referral Program

 

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

 

Job Summary: 

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Ski School team is no exception to this experience of a lifetime. Responsible for ensuring quality instruction and coaching, Ski School Team Leaders are devoted leaders focused on development of staff and guest experience  

  

Job Specifications: 

  • Starting Wage: $25.00/hr - $64.52/hr  

  • Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026  

  • Shift Type: Full Time hours available 

  • Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  

  • Housing Availability: No 

  

Job Responsibilities: 

  • Assist with operational responsibilities of Ski and Ride School including but not limited to training, scheduling, lesson assignments, private lesson bookings, and guest service  

  • Oversee the daily upkeep, including set up and tear down, of indoor and outdoor teaching areas   

  • Conduct daily meetings with instructors and coaches on company and department updates  

  • Collect, review and report on guest experience data to ensure company and guest quality expectations are met  

  • Monitor and document instructor performance and behavior to provide meaningful feedback  

  • Maintain knowledge of and adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies  

  • Other duties as assigned   

  

Job Requirements: 

  • High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required  

  • Current PSIA/AASI certification required  

  • 2-5 years ski/snowboard instructor experience required  

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends  

  • Able to meet the physical demands of ski and ride training and drills  

  • Ability to frequently walk/stand, stoop/reach, crouch, and kneel frequently  

  • Ability to lift/carry up to 50lbs  

  • Must be able to communicate fluently in English

 

The expected pay range is $25.00/hr - $64.52/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

 

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

 

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