
Website Kirkwood Mountain Resort
Non-Certified Ski and Snowboard Instructor
Location: Kirkwood Mountain Resort – Ski & Ride School
Type of Job (full-time or part-time): Full-time & Part-time positions available
Salary and Benefits: $20 / hour
Job Description:
The Non-Certified Ski Instructor will provide quality ski/snowboard instruction to groups and individuals in a safe and fun manner while upholding all California Skier Safety Act rules/regulations and Company guidelines. This position provides the opportunity to support other resort functions if desired.
Responsibilities Include:
- Upholding the highest levels of guest safety on varied terrain in high altitude, with varying winter weather conditions.
- 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.
- Assisting guests to load and unload the chairlift.
- Clearly communicating instructions and helping guests.
- Provide a safe and fun learning environment through exceptional class handling and creativity using our teaching handbook as a guide.
- Supervising children in lessons at all times; assisting at lunch and snack times; ensuring return of children to identified guardian.
- Assisting in operational responsibilities of Ski & Ride 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/be responsible for morning meeting information and assist with guest introductions.
- Teach skiing/snowboarding at all levels of difficulty based upon ability and experience.
- Understand and abide by the rules and procedures set forth in the Resource and Guidelines Manual.
- Must be able to discuss the lesson content and evaluate the progress of the lesson with the guest.
- Able to physically, clearly and accurately demonstrate assigned levels of Alpine skiing or Snowboarding models.
- Must have high level of guest service skills and experience.
- Assist with boot/equipment fitting, sales lobby greeting and other tasks assigned by Manager/Supervisors.
- Other duties as assigned
What’s in it for you?
- Free EPIC Pass to all of our resorts!
- Discounted coupons for friends and family
- Shuttle bus from South Lake Tahoe to Kirkwood
- Carpool Incentive program
- Discount with select industry manufactures
- Opportunities for ski/ride breaks and lessons!
- Opportunities to participate in ski/ride improvement clinics
- Discounted lodging at our Rock Resort Properties starting at $85/night
- 50% off Colorado Mountain Express transportation
- Food and beverage discounts at mountain dining locations
- 40% off Retail discounts at Vail Resorts Retail stores
- 10-25% off at our Starbucks locations
- Unique events! Including concerts, employee meals, employee activities, pro competitions!
- On site medical clinic with benefits for employees
- Job Share opportunities to work more hours and expand your experience!
Experience Required:
Preferred skills:
- Experience working with guests of all ages
- Previous experience with teaching/coaching/mentoring
- Previous ski/snowboard instructor experience
- Knowledge of local area/resort
- Second language – Spanish preferred
Education Required:
Requirements:
- At least 18 years of age
- High School or Equivalent Education
- Ability to attend all required Ski and Ride training sessions
- Basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and browser applications; basic internet navigation
- Must be fluent in all aspects of the English language (spoken and written)
- Must have excellent guest service skills
- Must have excellent communication skills
- Must work well in a team environment
- Must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check
- Must be able to work in inclement weather in a high alpine environment
- Must have sight, speech, and hearing abilities sufficient to learn skills, follow and provide directions
- Must be willing to teach both adults and children
- Must be available to work holidays and weekends
- Must be willing to adhere to the Vail Resorts policy of wearing an approved snowsports helmet at all times while teaching.
- Must be willing to teach a family lesson.
- Must possess level 7 or higher skiing/level 6 or higher riding abilities.
- Must work well in a team environment
- Must successfully pass a Background Check
- Must be able to work in inclement weather in a high alpine environment
- Must have sight, speech, and hearing abilities sufficient to learn skills, follow, and provide directions
- Must be willing to teach both adults and children
- Must be able to provide 2 letters of reference
- Must be available to work holidays and weekends
- Must be willing to adhere to the Vail Resorts policy of wearing an approved snow sports helmet at all times while teaching
Contact Information:
Business Manager: Cara Bourne at .
Submit applications here: https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/kirkwood/go/Kirkwood-Jobs/3529900/
Application Deadline: January 31, 2023
To apply for this job please visit jobs.vailresortscareers.com.