Non-Certified Snowboard Instructor
Vail ResortsAbout 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 March 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:
Experience the best office in the world teaching Snowsports to guests of all ages. Instructors will deliver quality ski instruction to groups and individuals, providing world-class guest service in a safe and fun environment.
Job Specifications:
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Starting Wage: $20/hr-$62.02/hr
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Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026
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Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time
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Holidays Required
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Minimum Age: At least 16 years of age
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Housing Availability: Yes
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Skill Level: Entry
Job Responsibilities:
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Teach group and private lessons
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Work with guests of all ages, with a focus on children
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Deliver world-class guest service
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Create a safe and fun learning environment
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Support all needs of the snow sports school: inclusive of scanning, running surface lifts, facilitating lunch, fitting equipment
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Provide guest feedback that inspires and creates lifelong skiers
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Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
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Must be comfortable and competent skiing on groomed blue terrain
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Must be willing to work with guests of all ages and have a strong level of comfort with children aged 3 and older
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Must be able to communicate fluently in English
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Strong communication skills
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Must be willing to work weekends/Holidays
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Must be comfortable being in ski boots for extended period of time
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Placement as an instructor is contingent upon successfully completing training and meeting the minimum skill, guest service, and safety standards.
Additional requirements for hires under age 18:
Submission of a Parental Consent Form upon hire, along with other applicable documents required by state law; such as a work permit, physician's note, and/or proof of birthdate.
The expected pay range is $20/hr-$62.02/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position.
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