Job Description
Overview of Position: Ski and Snowboard Instructors are responsible for delivering Above & Beyond lesson experiences to our guests. Successful candidates will demonstrate a love and passion for skiing and snowboarding as well as a strong desire to help students achieve their skiing and snowboarding goals by delivering an experience grounded in strong people skills, teaching skills, and technical skills. No prior teaching experience is required and training is provided. Full-time and part-time positions are available.
Job Responsibilities and Duties:
Be present and ready to accept any assignment at all designated lesson times
Be able and ready to work in all types of weather and ski conditions including ice, heavy snow, rain, sleet, wind, sun, and varying temperatures
Utilize modern teaching methods and tactics consistent with our in-house training program, PSIA/AASI, or equivalent organization
Teach a variety of lessons including group and private lessons for children and adults based on the needs of the school
Demonstrate strong decision-making skills regarding on-mountain safety including appropriate terrain selection and effective class management
Adhere to all Ski and Ride School policies and procedures, particularly as it relates to guest and employee safety
Deliver exceptional guest service to all resort guests
Fulfill a season long teaching commitment
Other undefined duties may be required periodically
Job Qualifications and Skills:
Skiing/Snowboarding Ability:
Skiers must be comfortable linking parallel turns on intermediate terrain
Snowboarders must be comfortable linking toeside and heelside turns on intermediate terrain
Must have a strong understanding of the Alpine Responsibility Code
Teaching Skills:
Must be comfortable working with guests of all ages
Be willing to learn how to manage information, activities, terrain selection, and pacing of students to achieve desired outcomes
Be willing to learn how to promote play and experimentation of skills while exploring mountain terrain appropriately with all students
Be willing to learn how to adapt to the changing needs of the students throughout lessons
Be enthusiastic and excited to share passion for skiing or snowboarding with guests
Technical Skills:
Be willing to learn about, convey, and apply accurate technical information
Be willing to learn about and develop an understanding of the Alpine Skiing and/or Snowboarding Fundamentals
Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing development of skills and knowledge
People Skills:
Develop relationships with guests and co-workers based on trust
Engage in meaningful two-way communication with guests to successfully accomplish skiing and snowboarding goals
Identify, understand, and manage your emotions and actions to create a comfortable learning environment
Ability to make good decisions regarding student safety
Physical Requirements
Must be able to regularly and consistently move equipment or people weighing up to 50 pounds
Must be able to position self to access boots, skis, snowboards or other equipment on the ground or snow surface for yourself and/or students
Must be able to observe and identify (visually and auditorily) potential hazards and obstacles including but not limited to safe trail and traffic merging, appropriate lift riding, changing snow conditions, and avoidance of other people and obstacles
Must be able to safely walk, hike, ski or snowboard, and navigate uneven terrain with snow and ice-covered hills and surfaces
Must be able to ski or snowboard comfortably and safely on green and blue terrain up to 6 hours per day
Must be able to work in any outdoor winter weather conditions for up to 6 hours per day
Must have ability to speak clearly so listeners can understand and must be able to understand the speech of another person
Must be able to deliver and receive written communication to complete class lists, timecards, incident reports, and other essential paperwork, and have the ability to read communication delivered by the company including but not limited to emails, work assignments, bulletin board notices, and resort signage
Other physical demands that may be occasionally required are as follows: Pushing and/or pulling, stooping, kneeling, and reaching
Must be at least 14 years old
Work Schedule and Conditions: We are in the business of providing an Above and Beyond product and guest experience. Traditionally our busy periods are during weekends and holidays which you will be expected to work. You can also expect to be asked to work extra hours or days on occasion, especially during the holidays.
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